Robert Knowles

Dr. Robert Knowles serves as Executive Vice President and Vice President for Advancement at Crandall University since 2012, with expanded responsibilities since July 2024. He concurrently holds a part-time role as Lecturer in Religious Studies. His career spans ministerial leadership, academic administration, and community engagement.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts, Crandall University
• Master of Divinity, Acadia University
• Master of Arts, Providence Theological Seminary
• Doctor of Ministry, Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary
• Arrow Leadership Program Graduate

Professional Experience: Ordained Canadian Baptist minister with 4 years in student pastoral roles, 11 years at Highfield Baptist Church (Moncton), and 9 years as Senior Pastor of New Minas Baptist Church. Served as President of Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada (2010).

Leadership Roles:

• Board of Directors, Greater Moncton Chamber of Commerce
• Board of Governors & Senate, Crandall University
• Board of Ministerial Standards & Education, Canadian Baptists Atlantic Canada

Research Focus: Integrates theological scholarship with institutional governance, leadership development, and interfaith community engagement through his administrative and teaching roles.

Personal Interests: Active in fly fishing and fly tying, particularly trout and Atlantic salmon. Proud father of four children.