Dr. Ball Recognized with Regional Award

Dr. James Ball, vice president of Academic and Student affairs at , was awarded the Instructional Leadership Award by the National Council of Instructional Administrators.

“Dr. Ball’s contributions have made a substantial impact on Carroll Community College (Carroll),” said College President Dr. Faye Pappalardo. “His leadership and stewardship have been valuable for strong and steady enrollment growth, successful engagement and retention practices, and commitment to faculty development.”

The vice president’s responsibilities at the college include supervision of credit academic programs, enrollment services, advising, counseling, transfer, financial aid, and student life, according to a news release.

Ball has been a vice president at Carroll since 1999. Prior to joining Carroll, he held various academic and administrative services positions and served for three years as vice president for Student Development at Howard Community College in Columbia, Md. Ball holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Education degree from the University of North Texas. He holds a doctorate degree from Virginia Tech. Ball and his family are residents of Ellicott City, Md.

On April 11, 2012, a national winner will be announced at a national conference in Florida.