New Senior Vice Provost Named at University of Memphis

Memphis, Tenn. (TN Tribune)& —& An accomplished academic and administrator will take on a new role as Senior Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs and Leadership Development, the University of Memphis announced today.& Kandi Hill-Clarke, Ed.D., was most recently the Provost Fellow for Faculty Affairs and Leadership Development, a role she took after serving as Dean of the College of Education (COE) from 2017-2023.& “Dr. Hill-Clarke has an uncommon breadth and depth of experience in academic administration and leadership development,” said David Russomanno, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost. “In this role, she will help the Division of Academic Affairs implement key elements of the Ascend strategic plan focused on faculty professional development, advancement and leadership, recognition, rewards and retention, as well as foster an open, trust-based collaborative culture.”& During her tenure as dean, the COE experienced enrollment growth and significant increases in both state and national rankings, donor engagement, philanthropic support, faculty research and grant productivity. Under Hill-Clarke’s leadership, the college strengthened strategic partnerships and launched several new initiatives focused on student success and engagement, such as Student Appreciation Day and the COE Student Ambassadors program.& & Hill-Clarke also established the COE Faculty and Staff Leadership Academy and...