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Northwest Vista College Names Dr. Amy Bosley as their next President

Dr. Amy Bosley Has an Extensive Track Record in Higher Education Teaching, Mentoring, Planning and Administration

(San Antonio, TX) – Northwest Vista College (NVC) announces the selection of Dr. Amy Bosley, an innovative higher education administrator with extensive teaching experience and advanced communication, human resources and business expertise. She will lead NVC as it embarks on a new five-year strategic plan and the Excelencia in Education framework. NVC is also nearing its 30-year anniversary of creating opportunities for student success.

Dr. Bosley, who currently serves as Vice President for Institutional Planning, Development, and as Chief of Staff at Valencia College in Central Florida, was approved unanimously by the Alamo Colleges District Board of Trustees on Tuesday, May 16. She will begin her new position in mid-July, succeeding NVC Interim President Debi Gaitan, who has served in that capacity since October 2022.

“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Bosley as she is a leading higher education administrator and has a strong track record of serving the community college mission and students by improving student access and completion,” said Dr. Mike Flores, Alamo Colleges District Chancellor. “Her experience of advancing innovative practices in student access and completion will further the goals of Northwest Vista College and the Alamo Colleges.”

A tenured professor, Dr. Bosley is an Aspen Presidential Fellow and contributes to local, state, and national organizations. She has senior leadership experience in strategic planning, accreditation and resource development.

Prior to her current position, Dr. Bosley served as Vice President of Organizational Development and Human Resources at Valencia College, where she developed and implemented all aspects of the college’s organizational communication and human resource development. She also served as the senior advisor for the college on issues related to change management by providing guidance for internal communication and supporting collaboration and shared governance through systems, programs and professional development.

Her previous roles include serving as Associate Vice President of Organizational Communication and Development as well as professor and academic coordinator at Valencia College. She has also taught communication courses at the graduate level at the University of Central Florida.

“I am thrilled to have been selected as Northwest Vista’s third president,” said Dr. Bosley. “As NVC approaches its 30th anniversary, it is inspiring to look back at the impressive record of excellence in student access and success. I am excited to partner with the faculty, staff, community, and employers to build on this foundation,” she added.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Amy Bosley to the Northwest Vista College family,” said NVC Interim President Debi Gaitan. “This is an exciting time for our students, faculty and staff as we launch our next strategic plan and look ahead to build upon NVC’s legacy.”

Dr. Bosley holds a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication and a Master of Arts in Communication from the University of Central Florida as well as a Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership, concentration in Higher Education Leadership and Human Resources from Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale.

Portland Community College Names Dr. José Dela Cruz as their next Vice President of Student Affairs

Dr. José Dela Cruz has been selected as the next Vice President of Student Affairs at Portland Community College, following a highly competitive national search conducted by RH Perry & Associates.

Dr. Dela Cruz, who will begin July 10, is currently the Dean of K-12 Partnerships for Dallas College, providing leadership for and management of the expansion and improvement of dual credit programs. These include Early College High Schools (ECHSs), Pathways to Technology ECHSs and T-STEM programs in coordination with Dallas College and local K12 independent school district executive leadership. As PCC’s Vice President of Student Affairs, Dr. Dela Cruz will serve as the Chief Student Affairs Officer, partnering with college leaders to support growth and strategic initiatives for the development, delivery, and coordination of student support services in alignment with its mission, values and strategic plan.

“I’m excited to join a progressive college with a vibrant campus community that is focused on creating spaces where everyone can thrive,” Dela Cruz said. “One thing that stood out during my visit to the college is its commitment to inclusive excellence, and I look forward to leading and collaborating with a dynamic team of student affairs practitioners.”

Dr. Dela Cruz has more than 15 years’ experience in higher education and approaches his work of student advocacy and support through the lens of action research. Prior to his current role, he served as the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Success at Eastfield College, which was part of the Dallas County Community College District before its reorganization. He received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Oklahoma and earned his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Oklahoma State University with his dissertation research focusing on the college experience of undocumented Latino students.

In his role with PCC, Dr. Dela Cruz will be charged with strengthening relationships across the college’s student support services in order to enhance collaboration and transparency. The VP position provides strategic leadership and direction for Academic and Career Pathways Guidance, Enrollment Strategy & Services, K-12 & Community Partnerships, Student Belonging & Wellbeing, Student Life & Engagement, and Accessible Education. These functional areas reflect over 35 departments, programs, and services across the entire college.