Alina R. Payne

Strategic academic leader with more than 20 years of experience. Brings a deep understanding of the roles and challenges faced by faculty and staff, having served in instructional, administrative, and supervisory capacities. Offers firsthand expertise across the roles supervised—including online education, continuous program assessment, faculty and staff training and retention, course design, research data collection and analysis, and the strategic expansion of academic programs. Skilled in ensuring program alignment with accreditation requirements and evolving workforce needs. Recognized for fostering inclusive, student-centered environments across both traditional and remote settings.