President Philip A. Conroy has appointed Eric B. Braun as the Dean of Students at Vermont Technical College effective July 1, 2012. Braun will provide leadership for Athletics, Career Development, Intramurals, Public Safety, Residence Life and Student Activities. He will advise the Student Council and work with faculty, staff, and students to enhance the co-curricular experience for students in Randolph Center, Williston, and Vermont Tech’s other campus locations.
“Eric Braun is a dynamic student affairs leader who brings tremendous experience and knowledge to Vermont Tech,” said President Conroy. “We are thrilled to welcome him to our community.”
Braun earned a Doctorate in Education from the University of Northern Iowa in 2006. He also holds masters degrees in counseling and higher education (University of Denver, 1994) and teaching (Tufts University, 1990). Braun has served in numerous student affairs leadership positions over the past 20 years, most recently as Dean of Students at New England College. He has also taught ESL, general education, and higher education administration courses as an adjunct faculty member.
Braun resides in New London, New Hampshire.
Vermont Technical College is the only public institution of higher learning in Vermont whose mission is applied education. One of the five Vermont State Colleges, Vermont Tech serves students from throughout Vermont, New England, and beyond at its two primary campuses in Williston and Randolph Center, and at nine nursing campuses located throughout the state. Our academic programs encompass a wide range of engineering, agricultural, health, and business fields that are vital to producing the knowledge workers need most by employers in the state and in the region. www.vtc.edu.