Deborah Holmes is a dynamic and results-driven higher education professional with over 16 years of experience in academic administration, student services, and enrollment management. As the Director of the Registrar at Florida A&M University College of Law, she oversees student enrollment, academic records management, and institutional compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. Her expertise in strategic planning, policy implementation, and process optimization has contributed to enhanced student services and operational efficiency within the institution.
Throughout her career, Deborah has demonstrated a commitment to fostering student success through innovative program development and administrative leadership. She previously served as Coordinator of Student Affairs, where she played a pivotal role in student engagement, advising student organizations, and overseeing major initiatives such as Orientation, Wellness Week, and the Student Bar Association. She has also held positions in academic administration, serving as an Administrative Assistant to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, where she facilitated faculty coordination, course scheduling, and compliance reporting.
Deborah’s tenure in higher education has been marked by her ability to drive technology-based innovations in records and registration systems, ensure adherence to FERPA, ABA, and USDOE regulations, and lead cross-departmental collaborations to streamline academic processes. Her leadership extends to staff supervision and professional development, where she mentors teams to enhance operational effectiveness.
She holds a Master of Arts in Adult Education and Training from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Science in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication from the University of Central Florida. Her dedication and contributions have been recognized with multiple awards, including the Student Bar Association’s Most Valuable Professional Award, the Remarkable Rattler Award, and the Do It All Award.
Deborah remains passionate about student success, institutional excellence, and fostering a supportive and compliant academic environment."