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    Sherylynn Chapman-Thomas

    Director, Pre-College Programs & Initiatives
    Campus:
    Kent
    Office Location:
    Suite 145 Office C
    Contact Information
    Email:
    slchapma@kent.edu
    Phone:
    (330) 672-8886
    Fax:
    (330) 672-6262

    Biography

    I am a native of Akron Ohio where I reside with my husband and two adult children. I am a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and a 20-year educator in higher education.  

    Position

    In my role, I strive to offer access and opportunities through campus programming and visit experiences to students in our pipeline (Akron, Public Schools, Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Kent State’s First Star Academy/ Purple Umbrella, LeBron James Family Foundation, and Trio Upward Bound Programs). These experiences aid in providing exposure to our pipeline students and offers unlimited possibilities for post-secondary enrollment and beyond. 

    Experience

    I have worked in both private and public universities in Ohio for over 20 years. I have created programming ranging from recruitment, retention, and diversity to access and exposure. I work with youth from fourth grade to new freshman in college and seek to build relationships and connections with youth and provide them with resources to enhance their personal success. 

    Direct Reports

    Lizzie Bihari, Graduate Assistant 

    Education

    B.A., Mass Media, University of Mount Union
    Masters of Arts, Kent State University
    Inprogress Ph.D., Cultural Foundations, Kent State University

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