Justin A. Mitchell has been named registrar at Shorter University. As registrar, Mitchell is responsible for maintaining student records and serving as an academic liaison between faculty and staff. He will also manage student and class scheduling and degree audits, evaluate transfer credit, determine athletic eligibility and prepare the university’s annual catalog.
Mitchell is a familiar face at Shorter University. He previously served in the Office of Financial Aid as assistant director of financial aid systems from 2008 to 2011. Prior to his return to Shorter, Mitchell was associate director of electronic services at Berry College and also held contractor positions at Adrian College, Kirtland Community College, and Mid-American Christian University. Mitchell also held positions in the Financial Aid Department at Reinhardt College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Mitchell went on to earn a Master of Business Administration degree in 2009 from Shorter University.
Shorter University Executive Vice President/Provost Dr. Donald Martin said Mitchell’s experience and vision aligns well with the goals of the university and its Registrar’s Office.
“We are grateful that Justin Mitchell has returned to the Shorter University family as our new registrar,” Dr. Martin said. “He brings to our institution a unique skillset combining technological prowess, professionalism, and the ability to relate well with people. Through his vision and leadership we look forward to seeing our processes and procedures related to academic records become increasingly efficient and streamlined.”
Mitchell said he is glad to be back on the Hill working alongside new and former colleagues.
“God stepped in and provided this opportunity for me to come back and work with an excellent team,” he said. “My hopes are to continue on where the outgoing registrar left off and make continuous improvements in any way possible.”Mitchell and his wife, Erika, have two daughters, Madeline, 7; and Amelia, 3.
Founded in 1873, Shorter University is a Christian university committed to excellence in education. The Princeton Review annually includes Shorter on its list of best Southeastern Colleges. Shorter University is a member of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU). Shorter offers traditional bachelor’s degree program in 48 areas of study, online courses and degree programs, undergraduate programs for working adults, and four master’s programs. Shorter is online at www.shorter.edu.