Shana Lee
Biography
Shana serves as the Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Parent and Family Engagement. In this capacity, she spearheads initiatives to create meaningful opportunities for parents, families, and supporters to engage with the university community. Collaborating closely with academic, student services, and divisional teams, she ensures these efforts are aligned with the university's mission and strategic goals. Additionally, Shana supports the Associate Vice President and Dean of Students in managing high-level projects and driving key university and community initiatives.
Shana holds a bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University and a master’s degree from Kent State University. She has also received multiple national, local, and university awards in recognition of her achievements and contributions.
Education
M.Ed., Higher Education, Kent State University
Awards/Achievements
- Community Partnership Award, Project GRAD Akron
- 30 for the Future Award, Greater Akron Chamber
- Women-of-the-Year Award, Inspiration, Women’s History Project, University of Akron
- Chairman’s Eagle Award for Education, The Ohio Civil Rights Commission
- Outstanding Women of Color Award, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
- Mother, Mentor, Muse, Kent State University