SALISBURY, N.C.  — Livingstone College is pleased to announce the appointment of Rashanda L. Lowery, J.D. as Vice President of Student Affairs. Bringing more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience in higher education, Lowery joins the College with a distinguished record of advancing student success, strengthening campus operations, and fostering inclusive learning environments. 

As Vice President of Student Affairs, Lowery will provide strategic leadership for the College’s student affairs division, overseeing initiatives that enhance the student experience, promote engagement, support student well-being, and strengthen campus life. She will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus partners to advance programs and services that contribute to student success and institutional excellence. 

Most recently, Lowery served as Executive Director of Student Activities and Campus Involvement at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, where she led strategic planning, risk management, and large-scale campus initiatives designed to enhance student engagement, campus safety, and the university’s institutional reputation. A trusted advisor to senior leadership, she has extensive experience in governance, compliance, policy development, and cross-divisional collaboration. Throughout her career, she has successfully overseen multimillion-dollar budgets, managed high-profile institutional initiatives, and aligned operational priorities with broader strategic goals. 

Prior to her current role, Lowery spent more than a decade in the Office of General Counsel at North Carolina A&T, where she directed administrative operations, supported executive and Board-level decision-making, and led investigations related to Title IX, campus safety, and organizational compliance. Her collaborative leadership style, sound judgment, and commitment to student-centered excellence have made her a respected leader across higher education. 

Lowery earned her Juris Doctor from North Carolina Central University School of Law and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from North Carolina Central University. 

The appointment of Lowery reflects Livingstone College’s continued commitment to strengthening student support services through experienced leadership. Her extensive background in student engagement, compliance, and strategic planning will further the College’s mission of cultivating an environment where students thrive academically, personally, and professionally.