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Nina Lyon-Bennett
Assistant Dean for Academics, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Location: Pine Bluff, AR United States
Birthday: Feb 25th
Joined: May 25th, 2021
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Current Whereabouts:
Leadership development, women empowerment, reading, grant writing, and mentoring. I believe in collaborative leadership, consensus-building, fiscal responsibility, and shared governance.
Life & Professional Aspirations:
Advance my career professionally and personally. I want to pursue leadership opportunities that will land me in the executive suite where I am respected, accepted, and celebrated.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/nina-nee-nah-lyon-bennett-phd-57a2056/
Education   (request update)
Clark Atlanta University class of 1983
Undergrad Major: Sociology
University of Georgia class of 2005
Grad Major: Home Economics
Experience
I currently work with University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff as Assistant Dean for Academics
I have 4 years of experience working in the Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration industry.
Assistant Dean for Academics | University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
From August 2020 to Current • 5 year(s)
 Dr. Nina Lyon-Bennett is professor/assistant dean for academics in the School of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Human Sciences at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB). In this position, she supports faculty and department chairs in managing various aspects of academic programming, including curriculum and program development and assessment, student enrollment, and persistence to graduation. Dr. Lyon-Bennett fosters a spirit of excellence in fulfilling the school’s academic mission, assists the dean/director in developing and implementing policies and procedures, and provides training and professional development opportunities for faculty, staff, and students. She focuses on a holistic approach to student success, academic excellence, and creating a culturally inclusive environment where diversity of thought and a sense of belonging facilitates full participation in teaching, learning, community outreach, and social engagement
Visiting Associate Professor, Department of Social Sciences University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Princess, Anne, MD | University of Maryland Eastern Shore
From August 2019 to May 2020 • 1 year(s)
 Taught undergraduate courses in Sociology, Sociological Theory, Sociology of Mental Health, and Social Gerontology; Assisted with enrollment and advising UG students
Director, Member Education & Strategic Research, EAB, Washington, DC | EAB
From October 2016 to April 2019 • 3 year(s)
 Worked with colleges and universities throughout the U.S. and Canada to lead facilitated discussions on best practices in higher education. Presented at 50+ community colleges, 4-year colleges (public and private), and graduate universities throughout the U.S. and Canada, including Colorado State University, Harvard University, East Carolina University, Miami University of Ohio, and Wayne State University, on best practices in higher education on the following topics: “Competing on Student Outcomes to Attract Today’s Career Changers: Turning Passive Interest in Program Enrollments.” “Defining the Faculty Role in Student Success.” “Donor Investor Imperative: Engaging Academic Partners for Transformational Ideas & Impact “Getting to the Next Phase in Student Success: Partnering with Faculty to Achieve Sustainable Campus-Wide Change.” “Achieving Pathways Goals with Student-Centered Design.” “Promoting Timely Degree Completion: Reconciling Student Choice and 4-year Graduation.”
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The Power of Mentoring The Power of Mentoring
In her article, "The Power of Mentorship: How Mentors Can Help Employees Grow and Succeed," Kara Dennison explains that mentorship is a great way to enhance career development. She writes, "Mentors p ...more
Posted by Nina Lyon-Bennett on September 23rd, 2024 • 147 Views
The Power of Mentorship The Power of Mentorship
In her article, "The Power of Mentorship: How Mentors Can Help Employees Grow and Succeed," Kara Dennison explains that mentorship is a great way to enhance career development. She writes, "Mentors p ...more
Posted by Nina Lyon-Bennett on September 23rd, 2024 • 140 Views
The Power of Mentorship The Power of Mentorship
In her article, "The Power of Mentorship: How Mentors Can Help Employees Grow and Succeed," Kara Dennison explains that mentorship is a great way to enhance career development. She writes, "Mentors p ...more
Posted by Nina Lyon-Bennett on September 23rd, 2024 • 226 Views
Lack of Minority Participation in Food, Agriculture, Natural Resources and Human Sciences Lack of Minority Participation in Food, Agriculture, Natural Resources and Human Sciences
The number of minorities beginning and completing degree programs has steadily declined. For colleges of agriculture, the picture is even bleaker, partly because of the negative perception that minori ...more
Posted by Nina Lyon-Bennett on February 26th, 2024 • 104 Views
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