Cameron Howell

Cameron Howell is an accomplished higher education administrator with extensive experience in strategic planning and university governance. Currently serving as Secretary of the University and of the Board of Trustees at the University of South Carolina since January 2021, Cameron has previously held significant positions including Vice President for Strategic Initiatives at the University of North Carolina, where responsibilities included the development and implementation of the 2017-22 Strategic Plan. Cameron's career also includes roles such as Director of Strategic Planning at the University of South Carolina, Assistant Vice President at the National Student Clearinghouse, and Assistant to the President at the University of Virginia, highlighting a strong background in managing strategic initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and institutional planning. Educational credentials include a PhD in Higher Education Policy and Economics and an MEd in Educational Evaluation from the University of Virginia, alongside a BA in English from Washington and Lee University.