President’s Cabinet

Several roles constitute the Criswell College leadership team: President and Chief Executive Officer, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Chief Business Officer and Vice President of Finance, Vice President of Student Affairs, Vice President of Advancement, and Chief of Staff. These senior administrators and the staff in their offices work to meet institutional goals and make real progress toward the college’s mission.

Dr. Barry Creamer, President and Professor of Humanities

Barry K. Creamer, Ph.D.

President and Chief Executive Officer

bcreamer@criswell.edu | 214.818.1300

Dr. Creamer leads the institution in the pursuit of its mission and goals. He is the principal liaison between the Board of Trustees and the college, and he supervises and coordinates the activities of the Vice Presidents. He oversees the recruitment of faculty and staff who are in harmony with the college’s mission, ensures adherence to policies and procedures, and is responsible for communications, institutional research and effectiveness, and development of the college’s resources.

Dr. Christopher Graham, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Professor of Theology, and Program Director of M.Div. and M.A. in Theological and Biblical Studies

Christopher A. Graham, Ph.D.

Vice President of Academic Affairs

cgraham@criswell.edu | 214.818.1390

As Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Graham oversees the academic division of the college. In this role, he provides leadership to the development of all academic programs, hiring, evaluation, and development of faculty, the Registrar’s office, Wallace Library, technology, and distance learning.

Kevin Stilley, Vice President of Finance

Kevin Stilley

Vice President of Finance

kstilley@criswell.edu | 214.818.1369

Mr. Stilley, as Chief Business Officer and Vice President of Finance, is responsible for overseeing sustainable financial, business, and other material services essential to the college’s successful achievement of its mission. He leads the financial offices, facilities, and human resources.

Russell Marriott, Vice President of Student Affairs

Russell Marriott

Vice President of Student Affairs

rmarriott@criswell.edu | 214.818.1318

As Vice President of Student Affairs, Mr. Marriott oversees the student experience from enrollment to graduation. He manages the offices of admissions, financial aid, and student services, including programs, housing, and events.

Dr. Joe Wooddell, Vice President of Advancement and Professor of Philosophy

Joe Wooddell, Ph.D.

Vice President of Advancement

jwooddell@criswell.edu | 214.818.1336

As Vice President of Advancement, Dr. Wooddell oversees the college’s efforts to establish and maintain relationships with key constituencies. In this role, he leads in the development of relationships with donors, alumni, and institutional partners such as the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention (SBTC) and the W.A. Criswell Foundation.

Winston Hottman

Chief of Staff

whottman@criswell.edu| 214.818.1313

As Chief of Staff, Mr. Hottman plans and directs administrative, financial, and operational activities for the President’s office and Board of Trustees, guides the college’s strategic planning, manages President’s office staff, and provides direction to projects of high importance for the college.

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