Jayanti M. Brand

Tenured Professor of English with 20+ years of experience in higher education, curriculum development, and faculty mentorship. Doctorate in Educational Leadership with a focus on Cultural Studies. Demonstrated leadership in tenure development, online learning quality assurance, equity initiatives, and student-centered pedagogy. Committed to inclusive excellence, academic rigor, and institutional service.

• Contributor, Kirkman Reader (Valencia College first-year writing textbook)
• Former Faculty Senator, Valencia College
• Volunteer Writing Consultant, West Campus Writing Center
• Member, faculty creative writing publication group

• Currently completing a novel for publication
• Volleyball Coach, REACH Programs (middle and high school teams)
• Active volunteer with community organizations including Daily Bread, Second Harvest, and Clean the World

• SEED (Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity) Professional Development Participant, 2018–2020, Engaged in facilitated dialogue on equity, diversity, and inclusion in higher education, Orlando, FL
• Peace and Justice Institute, Teach peace and justice-focused curriculum, Facilitate workshops and community conversations on human rights, inclusion, and compassionate engagement

• Tenure Track Committee Member, Mentor faculty through the five-year tenure process, Guide development of teaching portfolios and professional documentation, Provide strategic feedback on student-centered course design
• Rubric for Online Competency (ROC) Committee Member, Support faculty in online course development and redesign, Facilitate peer and administrative reviews to ensure instructional quality, Promote accessibility, usability, and measurable learning outcomes in digital environments