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Kendra Firek, M.Ed.

Director of Academics

With over twenty years of experience in higher education, Kendra has held roles in Academic Operations, Prior Learning, Registrar, and Advising departments. Her diverse positions have allowed her to provide guidance and support to students pursuing degrees from Associate to Doctoral programs.

Kendra utilizes her positive attitude and extensive knowledge of higher education to foster success among both academic staff and students. Kendra earned her Bachelor of Arts in History with a minor in Black American Studies from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. She also holds a Master of Education in Leadership of Educational Organizations from American InterContinental University. Outside of work, Kendra enjoys spending time with her family and her rescue Golden Retriever, Murphy. Her personal interests include reading, cooking, and traveling.