Griffith’s tenure officially begins Jan. 1, 2026.
“I’m excited to welcome Dr. Griffith to lead Germanna Community College, and I know that she will provide the kind of dynamic leadership that will continue to make Germanna a cultural center and economic driver in the region,” Dore said. “I also want to express my appreciation to Dr. Van Wilson, who has provided leadership at Germanna as interim president since July 1.”
Wilson stepped in after the retirement of Janet Gullickson who served as president for eight years. David Ferreira of New Britain, Connecticut and North Carolina resident Thomas Walker were the two other finalists competing with Griffith for the position.
“Our months-long search attracted exceptional candidates and I am grateful to all of the talented educational leaders who applied for the presidency of Germanna,” Dore said.
Griffith currently serves as the provost and chief campus officer of the Clearwater Campus at St. Petersburg State College in Florida. She’s held that position since February 2022.
She’s been affiliated with St. Petersburg College since 2016. She served as interim dean of the College of Education and assistant provost and provost of the college’s Downtown and Midtown centers. She also served as associate dean of students at the University of Tennessee, assistant dean of students at the University of Miami.
In addition, she had roles as the director of the Office of Multicultural Affairs at University of Scranton (Pa.) and in the Multicultural Center at Virginia Tech. She’s held adjunct teaching positions and also taught public high school and served in the university police department at Florida Atlantic University. She currently serves as an adjunct faculty member for the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Education’s Department of Educational Leadership.
She earned a professional certificate at Harvard University, a bachelor’s degree from Florida Atlantic, a master’s from Virginia Tech and doctorate at Northeastern University in Boston.
Griffith said in a press release that she is impressed by Germanna’s strong sense of community and commitment to academic excellence. She said she looks forward to building on the school’s foundation and advancing its mission in the region.
“It is with deep humility and great enthusiasm that I assume the role of president of Germanna Community College,” Griffith said. “I extend my sincere gratitude to Chancellor Dore, the college’s advisory board, the search committee, and the man faculty, staff, staff, students and alumni who participated in this process.”
