Crystal Fletcher has been promoted from assistant director to director of new student and family programs within the division of student affairs. She has been a staff member with North Carolina Central University for the past six years. Her previous experience in higher education includes administrative roles with Living Arts College, Duke University’s National Center for Traumatic Stress, and Duke University Medical Center.
A two-time HBCU graduate, Fletcher holds a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies from North Carolina A&T State University and a master’s degree in public administration from North Carolina Central University. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in educational management from Hampton University in Virginia.
Qubanae’ Hudson has been promoted from interim assistant dean to permanent assistant dean of students within the Office of the Dean of Students. Prior to her interim appointment, she served as a case manager, providing crisis support services to students. Earlier, she was a residence coordinator and conduct officer at the University of Central Arkansas.
Hudson is a graduate of North Carolina A&T State University, where she majored in communication science disorders. She holds a master’s degree in college student personnel administration from the University of Central Arkansas.
James Leach has been promoted from interim director to permanent director of campus recreation and wellness within the division of student affairs. He has held several roles within the HBCU’s department of residence life, including executive director and associate director. His background includes over a decade of experience in student affairs, strategic planning, risk management, budgeting, and program development.
Dr. Leach holds an associate’s degree from Central Carolina Community College, a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a master’s degree in student affairs and counseling from North Carolina State University, and a doctorate in higher education leadership from Maryville University in Missouri.
