Andrew Wolf has been appointed St. Joseph’s College of Nursing’s new dean.
Wolf is widely acknowledged for his leadership in nursing education, known for pioneering teaching methods and program development. His proficiency in integrating advanced simulation technologies and competency-based learning has transformed health professions education to meet the demands of modern health care.
Throughout his career, he has made significant contributions to faculty development, student success strategies and partnerships with health systems. His efforts have addressed critical workforce needs while ensuring excellence in admissions, curriculum design and program outcomes.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Andrew Wolf as dean of St. Joseph’s College of Nursing,” said Meredith Price, senior vice president of acute operations at St. Joseph’s Health. “His innovative leadership aligns with our mission to serve as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. Dr. Wolf’s vision and expertise will enhance our efforts to prepare skilled nurses for the evolving demands of healthcare. We are excited for the transformative impact his vision and expertise will bring to our students, faculty, and the broader community.”
Wolf brings extensive leadership experience from roles at Marymount University, St. John Fisher University and the University of Rochester.
Among his many achievements, he has spearheaded curriculum innovations, launched online and hybrid learning programs and led accreditation processes with exceptional results. As a board member of the Institute for Innovative Education at the University of Rochester, Wolf advanced interprofessional education to enhance quality and safety in health care through improved communication and teamwork. He also continues to practice as an adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner, applying clinical insights to shape forward-thinking nursing education.
Wolf holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from SUNY Empire State College, a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Johns Hopkins University and both a master’s in nursing and a doctorate in education from the University of Rochester.
