Andrew Renshaw Selected as Dean of Student Services
Deadra Miller, online editor
Dr. Andrew Renshaw, a UVA Graduate and previous dean of business, mathematics and technologies, is now the new dean of student services at PVCC as of June 1.
“Renshaw brings a unique skill set to the Student Services office from his previous experiences in student services and an interim academic dean here at PVCC. These past experiences help him to understand the importance of collaboration with other areas of the college,” PVCC’s Director of Advising and Transfer Kemper Steele said.
Renshaw’s role is to work with students that have circumstances that the other advisors cannot work out without the extra help. Renshaw had to go through a rigorous hiring procedure to receive this position; he was not spared from this process.
Renshaw shared some tips that can be used by PVCC students. After a student applies to PVCC, they are given a general block schedule based upon answers that were given in the application. If the student chooses to keep that predetermined schedule or change it depends on that specific student. Student Services professionals are there to guide the student into a program that best fits their interests.
Full-time students are more likely to succeed with this predetermined schedule. If a student wants their parents involved with their school schedule, they need to sign a FERPA form.
“Renshaw has smoothly transitioned into the new role as the dean of students quite well. He has a great eye for improving efficiency with processes that are done within the division without losing sight of student success,” Steele said.
Renshaw is flourishing in his new position, and he is having fun while doing so. Working with a wide range of students keeps him up to date with the changes that come with the programs PVCC provides.
If there are any questions with admissions or advising, please go and schedule an appointment with the front desk staff by calling (434) 961-6581 or stop by the Admissions and Advising office in the main building on campus.