DR. HENRIETTA ROMERO Welcoming our New VPISS Aug 01, 2025
Luna Community College is excited to welcome back Dr. Henrietta Romero as our Vice President of Instruction and Student Services (VPISS). Dr. Romero previously served as Luna’s Registrar from August 2016 through April 2020. Dr. Romero is genuinely excited to return to work alongside the entire Luna Community to serve our current stu- dents, drive enrollment growth, collaborate with directors to build impactful programs, strategically address accreditation concerns, and contribute sig- nificantly to the overall health and vibrancy of our college.Dr. Romero will begin her role officially on August 11, 2025. However, she has been assisting in planning for the Fall semester on a part-time basis. Dr. Henrietta Romero is a dedicated higher edu- cation professional with over 20 years of service to students in rural Northern New Mexico. A proven leader in student services, policy development, faculty relations, and cross-institutional collabora- tion, she has made a lasting impact on educational access and institutional improvement throughout the state and beyond. Dr. Romero has been regionally recognized for her
distinguished contributions to the profession. Her leadership has helped elevate New Mexico professionals into local, regional, and national roles within higher education organizations, advancing their careers and fostering professional growth across the field. She has served on numerous state, regional, and national boards supporting registrars and admissions professionals, and currently serves as a Research Advisory Member for AACRAO (American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers), the leading national organization for best practices and professional development in enrollment management and student services. Her commitment to team development has led to increased satisfaction among students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. She has also played a critical role in academic policy as a member of the New Mexi- co Curriculum and Articulation Committee, ensuring the proper alignment and approval of lower-divi- sion common numbered courses across the state. Dr. Romero earned both her Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from New Mexico Highlands University in 2011 and 2013, respectively. She completed her Ph.D. in Educational Leadership with a focus on institutional administration at New Mexico State Univer- sity in 2021. A proud native of Northern New Mexico, Dr. Romero is the mother of two daughters and shares her life with her partner, Matthew.
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