La Roche University Names Dr. Brandon Vinson as Vice President for Enrollment Management

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 7, 2026 – La Roche University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Brandon Vinson as the new Vice President for Enrollment Management (VPEM). Dr. Vinson brings more than 15 years of distinguished leadership in enrollment, admissions, and financial aid, with a proven record of advancing student success, enrollment growth, and operational innovation across diverse higher education institutions.

In his role as VPEM, Dr. Vinson will serve as the University’s chief enrollment officer, overseeing undergraduate, graduate, and adult student recruitment and retention initiatives. He will collaborate closely with the President’s Cabinet and university leadership to align enrollment strategies with La Roche’s mission, values, and strategic priorities, while optimizing financial aid operations and student services to support both access and net tuition revenue goals.

“After a national search, we are delighted to welcome Dr. Brandon Vinson to La Roche University,” said President Christina Clark, Ph.D. “His extensive experience in enrollment management, coupled with his focus on data-informed strategy and student-centered leadership, positions him to lead our enrollment division into a new era of growth and innovation. We look forward to the expertise and energy he will bring to our campus community.”

Dr. Vinson most recently served as Vice President for Enrollment Management at Presbyterian College, where he delivered a nine percent lift in student yield and a 44 percent increase in transfer enrollment, contributing to a 37 percent improvement in net tuition revenue. He has successfully implemented comprehensive Slate CRM systems, predictive analytics, and AI-powered student engagement tools to streamline admissions, improve retention, and enhance the student experience.

Dr. Vinson previously held senior enrollment and financial aid leadership roles at Winston-Salem State University, Bowie State University, West Chester University, the University of Baltimore, Roosevelt University, LIM College, Harold Washington College, and Star Career Academy. Across these roles, he has consistently leveraged data-driven strategies to expand enrollment pipelines, optimize scholarships and financial aid, and strengthen institutional operations.

“I am honored to join La Roche University at such an exciting moment in its history,” said Dr. Vinson. “The University’s commitment to experiential learning, student success, inclusive excellence, and ethical AI literacy aligns perfectly with my experience and values. I look forward to partnering with President Clark, the Cabinet, and the La Roche community to build on the University’s strong foundation and chart a bold path forward for enrollment and student engagement.”

A native of Chicago, Dr. Vinson holds a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Management from Capella University, a Master of Arts in Psychology/Organizational Leadership from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from Southern Illinois University.

Dr. Vinson will assume his responsibilities as Vice President for Enrollment Management on January 12, 2026, and is relocating to the Pittsburgh area.

About La Roche University: An independent liberal arts university in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, La Roche University offers 71 undergraduate programs of study, eight master’s degrees and two doctoral degrees, with particular strengths in education, business, criminal justice, cybersecurity and forensics, psychology, nursing, and health and medical sciences as well as interior architecture & design and graphic design. This residential university provides a vibrant campus community for women and men enjoying multiple student organizations and an exciting NCAA Div. III athletics program. Founded by the Sisters of Divine Providence in 1963, La Roche University embraces its Catholic heritage while welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds. With a legacy of social justice and a commitment to international exchange, La Roche University educates students to be lifelong learners and achievers in an increasingly diverse and global society.

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