Tina Jackson was appointed dean of workforce education and public service at McLennan Community College in Waco, Texas. Dr. Jackson comes to her appointment with extensive experience in higher education leadership, workforce development, and career and technical education. For the past six years, she has served as assistant commissioner of workforce education at the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. She has previously held leadership roles with Collin College in Texas, the University of Texas at Austin, and the Dallas County Community College District.
Dr. Jackson holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education from the University of Minnesota. She earned a doctorate in educational administration from the University of Texas at Austin.
Dennis J. Perkins Jr. is dean of students at Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin. Dr. Perkins has more than 20 years of experience in shaping residential learning environments, student conduct systems, and campus engagement strategies. Most recently, he was assistant dean of residence life and student conduct at Grinnell College in Iowa. In his new role, Dr. Perkins will focus on advancing student success, belonging, and well-being across the Lawrence community.
Dr. Perkins is a graduate of Indiana University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in English and creative writing. He holds a master’s degree in education with a concentration in college student development and counseling from Western Kentucky University and a doctorate in higher education management from the University of Pittsburgh.
