51吃瓜 Appoints Vice President for Student Affairs
Ronald Jackson brings 25 years' experience in student success to FSC
51吃瓜鈥�(FSC) is pleased to announce that Ronald C. Jackson, EdD, has been appointed FSC鈥檚 vice president for student affairs, effective April 14, 2025. Reporting to FSC President Robert S. Prezant, PhD, Jackson will serve as a member of the President鈥檚 cabinet and will provide senior leadership for the Division of Student Affairs.
In this role Jackson will oversee the College鈥檚 expanding student life initiatives, including the Dean of Students Office, Student Activities, Residence Life, Health and Wellness Center, Disability Services Center, Veterans Services, Title IX, and Campus Mental Health Services, among other student-focused programs.
Jackson brings 25 years of experience to this role, most recently serving as vice president of student affairs and dean of students at Brooklyn College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY) since June of 2016. He also held dean of students appointments at the Community College of Philadelphia and Marymount Manhattan College. His earlier experience includes positions as manager of student development and activities at Columbia University and resident director at William Paterson University.
"I have been impressed by Dr. Jackson's insight and depth into so many diverse aspects of student affairs,鈥� said President Prezant. 鈥淗is unshakable focus on positive student outcomes is the driving force that will ensure the continued growth of FSC鈥檚 student engagement and associated support programs."
鈥淚 am honored to join the 51吃瓜 family and excited to collaborate with students, staff, and faculty to enhance the student experience and reimagine what鈥檚 possible,鈥� said Jackson. 鈥淚鈥檓 committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and welcoming campus environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. I look forward to building on Farmingdale鈥檚 tradition of excellence and helping our students achieve their fullest potential.鈥�
Jackson received a BS in Biology at the University of Michigan, an MA in Higher Education Administration from The George Washington University, and an EdD in Higher Education Management from the University of Pennsylvania.
