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Brandon Lewis, Ph.D.

Grayson,GA

Summary

Visionary educator and transformational student affairs leader with 20+ years of progressive experience in higher education and K-12 education. Proven success in developing equity-centered initiatives, building comprehensive student support structures, managing high-impact engagement programs, and strengthening campus life, housing, mental health, and outreach services. Adept at crisis response, collaborative leadership, and fostering student belonging. Skilled in cultivating partnerships across campus and community to enhance student success and institutional alignment. Committed to a holistic model of student development that integrates academic achievement, wellness, identity development, and leadership.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Professor of Curriculum & Instruction

Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC)
01.2013 - Current
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members.
  • Championed the use of technology in the classroom as an effective tool for enhancing student learning experiences across all subjects areas.
  • Collaborated with GGC Housing & Residence Life to establish emergency support pathways for students facing homelessness or housing instability. Fostered cross-functional partnerships with student services, financial aid, and local nonprofits to holistically support student well-being
  • Helped students to develop and demonstrate broad, integrative and specialized knowledge, essential habits of mind, communicative fluency and effective problem-solving skills.
  • Mentored new faculty members, offering guidance on effective teaching techniques and classroom management strategies.
  • Advised student groups, assisting learners in educational programs both on and off campus.
  • Served on academic committees, contributing insights and expertise to enhance institutional policies and practices.
  • Served students, clients and programs through participation in assessment processes, academic support units and university committees and task forces.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest research and trends in education.
  • Organized extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experience while also promoting community involvement.

Director, African American Male Initiative (AAMI)

University System of Georgia (USG)
01.2021 - Current
  • Created a positive, inclusive program that fostered academic achievement, emotional wellness, leadership development, increased student graduation rates and comradery.
  • Collaborated with the University System of Georgia’s AAMI Executive Director to ensure program compliance, effectiveness, and alignment with system-wide goals.
  • Developed a high-performing team of student employees by providing mentorship, guidance and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Spearheaded a cross-functional team of faculty and staff to drive strategic initiatives on the AAMI Advisory Board.
  • Conceptualized and organized the inaugural AAMI Summit and Networking Dinner, providing participants and the campus community with a dynamic platform to connect, share experiences and forge new partnerships.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial responsibility.
  • Leveraged data analytics to drive strategic decisions across key areas, including programming, scholarship allocation and student employee management.
  • Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on the AAMI program and participants.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting and program assessments.
  • Established strategic partnerships that significantly advanced AAMI's growth objectives and expanded its community impact.

Founder & Director, STEP After-school Program

The Museum School
09.2023 - Current
  • Designed and implemented a culturally affirming curriculum for K-16 students, focused on leadership development, social-emotional learning, and academic mentorship.
  • Integrated financial literacy and community engagement components to enhance real-world readiness and civic responsibility.
  • Established partnerships with local schools, colleges and community organizations to ensure sustainable program support and student recruitment.
  • Utilized pre and post program assessments, along with progression data, to evaluate impact and drive continuous improvement.
  • Achieved recognition for closing opportunity gaps and increasing high school and college preparedness among under-represented student populations.

Education

Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN

Ph.D. - Early Childhood Education

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GA

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Strategic planning
  • Student advocacy and engagement
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Program management
  • Leadership development
  • Research and analysis

Timeline

Founder & Director, STEP After-school Program

The Museum School
09.2023 - Current

Director, African American Male Initiative (AAMI)

University System of Georgia (USG)
01.2021 - Current

Associate Professor of Curriculum & Instruction

Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC)
01.2013 - Current

Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction

University of Minnesota

Ph.D. - Early Childhood Education

Georgia State University

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Fort Valley State University

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