Cecil Rose

Picture of Cecil Rose, Director of Black Programs The image is a portrait of a person taken against a blue mottled background. He has a neutral expression and is wearing rectangular glasses with dark frames. His hair is short and he is dressed in a light gray polo shirt with a collar and short sleeves. The polo shirt features dark blue trim along the collar and sleeve edges, two buttons on the placket, and a small pocket on the left side of the chest with the same dark blue trim and a button. The background provides a soft contrast to the subject, allowing him to stand out clearly in the image.

DIRECTOR OF BLACK PROGRAM

Cecil brings extensive insight and vision from his prior experiences in higher education to NMSU’s Black Programs. Mr. Rose comes to NMSU from Oglethorpe University, where he has most recently served as the Associate Director of Student Success prior to accepting this role in May 2023.

At Oglethorpe University, Rose championed a comprehensive strategic plan for academic support and student success that includes advising, tutoring, academic coaching, and retention initiatives. He has also advised and developed impactful programs for hundreds of undergraduates working toward baccalaureate degrees, using innovative and interactive models for both traditional and non-traditional students.

Additionally, Rose held various roles at the University of Oklahoma. As a career development coordinator in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, he focused on student-athlete advising and community engagement. As a retention specialist in the Center of Student Advancement, he created and supported effective retention initiatives, including peer mentoring and faculty and staff interaction, to enhance the student experience.

He has a master’s degree in human relations and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Oklahoma.

Fun Fact: His first job was as a YMCA Youth Camp Counselor.

Cecil Rose

Director of Black Program