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Lisa Huffman received her PhD in the field of developmental psychology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and has a background in human development and systems theory. She has extensive experience in program development and academic policy creation, with a keen interest in innovation and entrepreneurialism. Her career has seen her creating student-first initiatives that center accessibility. As a college administrator, she strives to empower faculty and staff to address the intractable problems facing our communities.

"Students are our number one priority. In CECH-IT, everything we do is focused on helping students see their path to success and supporting them every step of the way. Every student should feel welcomed, valued, and experience a deep sense of belonging - because when students know they belong, they thrive.””

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Dean Lisa Huffman

Lisa Huffman received her PhD in the field of developmental psychology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and has a background in human development and systems theory. She has extensive experience in program development and academic policy creation, with a keen interest in innovation and entrepreneurialism. Her career has seen her creating student-first initiatives that center accessibility. As a college administrator, she strives to empower faculty and staff to address the intractable problems facing our communities.

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Lisa Fay Huffman

Dean, College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services and IT, Teachers College

513-556-4307

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Laura Dell

Associate Dean, CECH Academic Affairs

410F Teachers College

Laura Dell joined the staff of College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services in 2008 as the Academic Director for the online Associate and Bachelor’s degrees in Early Childhood Education. Laura has worked as a distance learning consultant for school districts across Ohio and has presented on distance learning and technology integration topics at numerous state, national, and international education conferences. She holds a Masters in Educational Foundations from the University of Cincinnati and a certificate in distance education from Indiana University, and is an EdD in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Cincinnati. In her current position as Associate Dean of the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services & IT, she works with all academic issues in the college for undergraduate and grduate students and oversees marketing, recruitment, instructional design and student advising and retention. She previously worked for CET, PBS in Cincinnati, as a producer of educational media. Educational design projects include curriculum guides, videos, museum exhibits, websites, and software designed for classroom use. Dell is also an experienced science educator who has worked at the Cincinnati Zoo, Orlando Science Center, Cincinnati Parks, and Cincinnati Museum Center. She has experience with children’s media and literature as the Exhibits & Programs Coordinator at the Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton Co. She has taught in the School of Education at UC since 2008 and has led both study abroad and honors courses. Her current research is focused on children’s experiences in and conceptions of nature.
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Teneisha Dyer

Asst Dean, Student Recruitment & Marketing, CECH Recruiting

336 Teachers College

513-556-6945

Results-oriented, strategic leader with expertise in all facets of college-level admissions and enrollment services with a proven track record driving positive results in recruitment, admissions, and marketing. Enrollment Management professional with a vested interest in student success with an unrelenting passion for helping college students succeed and enhance their educational experience. Adept in collaborating with all members of the organization to achieve enrollment and admissions objectives. Excel at connecting with a broad range of individuals – including those from varying cultural and socioeconomic situations – continually leveraging outstanding interpersonal skills to build empathic relationships with students and appropriately advise them on program selection and overall goal determination. Instrumental in streamlining and improving processes, introducing sustainable solutions and strategic marketing campaigns to transform declines into growth. Personable and articulate communicator, leveraging motivation and direction to strengthen enrollment efforts across multiple sectors.
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Julie A Breen

Office of Innovative Technology and Learning Design (OITLD), CECH Learning Design

560A Teachers College

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Amanda K Bachus

Associate Director, Academic Affairs CECH Program Accelerator , CECH Academic Affairs

410 Teachers College

513-556-2437

Welcome to CECH! My name is Amanda Bachus. I have been at UC for almost 15 years. I began my career  in the Center for First Year Experience and Learning Communities where I worked on creating programming specifically targeted to helping first year students make the transition from high school to college. I also have extensive experience in undergraduate academic advising, serving a CECH advisor for over 12 years.  Since December, 2022 I have been working as the Associate Director for CECH's Program Accelerator, assisting faculy in program development and modification. 
I have undergraduate degrees in French and International Studies from Miami University and a Master's degree in Health Promotion & Education from UC. I enjoy being active with my friends, family and rescue dog. My professional interests include student leadership development, first year student development and financial literacy for college students.
 
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Sara Lehew

Director, Business Affaris, CECH Business Office

410Q Teachers College

513-558-4894

Areas of responsibility include:
  • Management of Business Office staff including Grants Administrator, Human Resources Coordinator (HR), and Financial Administrator
  • Long-range budget planning and formulation
  • PBB revenue tracking
  • Cash and budget transfers
  • Funds allocations
  • Cost analysis
  • Strategic hiring and sizing proposals
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Kaitlyn C. Johnson

Sr Business Administrator, CECH Business Office, CECH Business Office

412C Teachers College

513-556-5745

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Jodie Hunter

Grant Administrator Sr, CECH Business Office

412 Teachers College

513-556-5790

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Pamela S. Chin

HR Director, CECH Business Office

412B Teachers College

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Kathie J Maynard

Associate Dean, CECH Innovations & Community Partnership

410H Teachers College

513-965-0635

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Jess Kyle Link

Asst Dir Strategic Initiatives, CECH Innovations & Community Partnership

Teachers College

513-556-1024

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Tiffany Chin

Associate Director, CECH Innovations & Community Partnership

410 Teachers College

513-556-4307

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Clair Kelly Green-Schwartz

Research Director, CECH Impact Accelerator

Teachers College

513-556-3419

Clair Green-Schwartz is a Research Director in CECH. She has worked in research (pre- and post-award), program evaluation, and data analytics for 10 years.  Currently, Clair oversees the Impact Accelerator – a research and grant development team dedicated to supporting and increasing external funding throughout the College and University.

Email ImpactAccelerator@uc.edu for more information or if you need assistance with a grant proposal, finding funding opportunities, or identifying collaborators.  
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Danielle Signorile

Administrative Director, CECH Educ Criminal Justice & Human Srvcs

Teachers College

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McKinley Estime

Assoc Dir Academic, CECH Business Office

Teachers College

513-556-4307

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Alecia L. Johnson

Program Manager, CECH Educ Criminal Justice & Human Srvcs

410D Teachers College

Alecia joined the staff of the Corrections Institute (UCCI) in October of 2018. Originally from Staten Island, NY, Alecia holds an A.A.S. in Business Administration and has 15 years of experience in the administrative field. As Executive Staff Assistant, she provides administrative support to both business and research staff at the UCCI, as well as a large team of UCCI fellow experts and contract trainers/coaches.
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Jessica Marie Flanagan

Mgr Strategic Data Analytics, CECH Business Office

Teachers College

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Jason Gerst

I.T. Director, DTS CECH IT

560 Teachers College

513-556-2824

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Greg G. Hollon

Dir College Facilities, CECH Facility & Research Support

437D Teachers College

513-556-3386

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