Dr. Chad Holt
Vice President of Admissions and Financial Aid, Adjunct Faculty in Writing
About Dr. Chad Holt
Dr. Holt earned his Ph.D. at East Carolina University, Greenville, N.C., where his research focused on the semiotic meaning of the Wall that Israel has built around the West Bank, and how that meaning has shaped the discursive practices of Palestinians, Israelis, and internationals.
Dr. Holt’s specialty in Visual Rhetoric and Design proved helpful in his dissertation research, and also proves helpful in his role as Vice President of Admissions and Financial Aid, where he helps manage and execute Brevard’s new student enrollment marketing efforts and manages institutional financial aid policy. His academic interest include the Israeli occupation of historic Palestine and the symbolic representatives of the occupation, critical race theory, philosophical anarchy, and the role of symbolism in communicative practices.
Dr. Holt began his career as a higher education administrator in 1998.
Dr. Holt is also an avid mountain biker and traveler. He often rides mountain, road, and gravel bikes with prospective students, current students, and their families. His wife, Stephanie, is also an avid mountain biker, backpacker, and hiker. They have two furry children, Bennett and Leeona.
Education
Ph.D., Rhetoric, Writing, and Professional Communication, East Carolina University, Greenville, N.C.
M.A.R., Chistian Thought, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, Charlotte, N.C.
B.A., Philosophy, Religion, double major, Carson-Newman University, Jefferson City, T.N
A.A. Walters State Community College, Morristown, T.N.
Awards
2020 Ugly Christmas Sweater Champion, Brevard College, Brevard, N.C.
2012 Ugly Christmas Sweater Champion, Brevard College, Brevard, N.C.
2012 Received a resolution unanimously approved by the Chowan University Board of Trustees for “significant contributions to enrollment that includes effectively communicating the university’s brand across print and electronic media.”
2005 Received the Golden Circle Award for “…making a significant contribution to the Mars Hill College community.”
Recent Publications
Presentations include:
“Rethinking Search: Getting the Most Bang for Your Admissions Buck” at the 24th annual National Small College Enrollment Conference, Asheville, NC.
“Forget Social vs. Traditional Media: Active vs. Passive Media Is What Matters” at the 26th annual Enrollment Planners Conference, Chicago, IL.
“Enrolling More With Less…Improve Your Communications ROI to Increase FTE” at the 23rd annual National Small College Enrollment Conference, St. Augustine, FL.
“Integrating Print and Online for an Effective, Yet Economical, Student Search” at the 22nd annual National Small College Enrollment Conference, Orlando, FL.
“How to Communicate within a Budget” at New York State Association of Admissions Counseling conference at Manhattanville College, White Plains, NY.
“Tap into the Power of an Integrated Marketing Plan” at the Southern Association of College Admissions Counseling (SACAC) conference, Nashville, TN.
