Suzanne Farrand
About Suzanne Farrand
Suzanne Farrand serves as the Assistant Dean of Students at the College of Professional Studies, where she has significantly enhanced student engagement and participation. She has a strong academic background with degrees from Harvard University and the University of Pittsburgh, and extensive experience in academic administration and student services.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Suzanne Farrand currently serves as the Assistant Dean of Students for the College of Professional Studies at The George Washington University. In this role, she has been instrumental in developing and implementing policies that enhance student engagement and success. Since 2020, she has played a key role in organizing and executing major events that have contributed to increased student participation within the college.
Previous Experience at The George Washington University
Prior to her current position, Suzanne Farrand held two significant roles at The George Washington University. From 2007 to 2012, she served as the Director of Student Services for the Graduate School of Political Management. Following that, she worked as the Director of Academic Administration for the same school from 2012 to 2020. In these positions, she focused on evaluating and improving academic programs to meet industry standards and student needs.
Educational Background
Suzanne Farrand earned her Master of Education (M.Ed.) from the Harvard University Graduate School of Education, completing her studies from 2002 to 2003. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from the University of Pittsburgh, where she studied from 1994 to 1998. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in higher education administration.
Staff Management Expertise
Suzanne Farrand has a strong background in staff management, having effectively led teams to achieve departmental goals. Her experience includes collaborating with faculty and staff to create innovative academic advising strategies that have improved student retention rates. This expertise is reflected in her current and previous roles within higher education.
Experience at Georgetown University
Before her tenure at The George Washington University, Suzanne Farrand worked at Georgetown University as a Program Coordinator in the Office of the Provost from 2003 to 2007. In this role, she contributed to the development and implementation of policies aimed at enhancing student engagement and success.