CSU announces a collaborative team-builder and strategic thinker from Northeast Ohio to lead future enrollment efforts

CSU Names Dr. Andrew Crawford as Its Next Vice President of Enrollment Management

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Cleveland State University (CSU) has announced that Dr. Andrew Crawford will serve as Vice President of Enrollment Management, pending ratification by the CSU Board of Trustees at their next scheduled meeting. In this senior leadership role, Crawford will be responsible for student recruitment and financial aid at the University. 

Dr. Andrew Crawford

Dr. Laura Bloomberg, president of Cleveland State University, made the announcement to the CSU community today, highlighting Crawford’s 20 years of professional experience in enrollment and knowledge of higher education in Northeast Ohio. Bloomberg noted that Crawford first gained CSU’s attention as “an impressive enrollment management leader” during a national search for the position in 2024.  

“Dr. Crawford has gained extensive experience in advocating for student success, growing community partnerships and crafting university policies in a collaborative environment,” said Bloomberg. “I am delighted to welcome him to CSU as we advance our strategic mission as Cleveland’s University.” 

Crawford currently serves as Associate Vice President in the Division of Enrollment Management at Kent State University, and has held positions at Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C), The Ohio State University and Ohio University. Crawford earned his Doctor of Education from Ferris State University. He also holds a Leadership Certification from Harvard University’s Institute for Management and Leadership Education. 

“I have closely followed CSU over the past several years, watching as the University focuses in on its mission to serve as an educational and community resource for the city of Cleveland, Northeast Ohio and beyond,” said Crawford. “I am excited to join the enrollment management team and work together to ensure that more students have the opportunity to experience the transformative impact of a CSU education.” 

Crawford will begin his new role at CSU in March. In the interim, Dr. Nigamanth Sridhar, executive vice president and provost, is providing leadership and oversight for the Division of Enrollment Management.