Special to Iredell Free News

Mitchell Community College recently announced the selection of Dr. Daniel J.J. McEachern as the new vice president for Student Services. He will begin his new position on July 26.

J.J. McEachern

McEachern currently serves as the dean of Enrollment Management at Central Piedmont Community College, where he previously worked as associate dean and Enrollment and Student Services director/registrar. Prior experience includes serving as the director of Enrollment Services at Santa Fe Community College in Gainesville, Fla.; director for First Year Programs at Guilford College; and Residence Hall director and assistant director of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

McEachern earned an Education Doctorate in Community College Executive Leadership from Wingate University. He also earned a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, both from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

He brings a broad array of leadership experiences related to student success and enrollment management.

“I am excited to join the Mitchell Community College family,” McEachern said. “Iredell County is a great place to live and raise a family. I want to be a part of the educational institution providing learning opportunities for its citizens.”

“Dr. McEachern brings to the college valuable experience and knowledge related to the comprehensive operations and functions in our Student Services Division,” noted Mitchell President Dr. Tim Brewer. “We are very excited to have him join us.”

About Mitchell Community College

Mitchell Community College serves 9,000 students annually through a variety of curriculum, continuing education and workforce development programs. With campuses in Statesville and Mooresville, Mitchell CC offers quality, affordable education options to residents of Iredell County and the surrounding area. For more information, visit www.mitchellcc.edu or call (704) 878-3200 (Statesville Campus) or (704) 663-1923 (Mooresville Campus).