Academic Dean’s Office
Goshen College Academics equips students with the intellectual skills, spiritual and ethical commitments, and global understanding that prepare them for lives of meaning and service in local and global communities.
With a commitment to the highest standards of intellectual integrity in a liberal arts context, Goshen College faculty create an inclusive, student-centered learning environment that nurtures curiosity and integrity, collaboration and community engagement, rigor and joy.
The Academic Dean’s office provides the leadership, resources, and services to nurture faculty excellence in their field and in the classroom.
Leadership
Academic Affairs Leadership
- Dr. Ann M. Vendrely – VP for Academic Affairs and Academic Dean; Professor of Kinesiology
- Dr. Jan Kauffman – Associate Dean Student Success and Title V Project Director
- Dr. Suzanne Ehst – Associate Academic Dean
- Solidia Brown – Assistant to Academic Programs
Academic Support Roles
- Dr. Justin Heinzekehr – Director of Institutional Research and Assessment; Assistant Professor of Bible and Religion
- Fritz Hartman – Director of Library
- Dr. Duane Stoltzfus – Director of Adult and Graduate Programs; Professor of Communication
Dean’s Advisory Council
- Jan Kauffman – Assistant Dean for Student Academic Services and Title V Project Director
- Suzanne Ehst – Associate Academic Dean
- Jeanne Liechty – Professor of Social Work, Department Chair, 2024–25 Faculty Chair