Ann Wendle

Ann Wendle is a Collaborating Faculty member in the Education & Leadership department at Shenandoah University. She holds a B.A. and M.S. from Shippensburg University (PA) and a Ph.D. from Old Dominion University (VA). Her research focuses on women in higher education, oppression dynamics, cultural competency, technology's role in sustaining recovery, and social service crisis intervention. She teaches courses such as Helping & Advising, Higher Education Administration, and Social Justice in Higher Education. Her 2021 publication, 'Women in Higher Education: Looking forward, Looking Back,' explores evolving trends in academic leadership and gender equity. Wendle emphasizes practical advising and ethical crisis management, as reflected in her personal quotes: 'Do No Harm' and 'Trust the Process.'

• Education:
• B.A., Shippensburg University
• M.S., Shippensburg University
• Ph.D., Old Dominion University
• Teaching Focus: Higher Education Administration, Women's Leadership, Social Justice

Though no formal awards are listed, her work bridges academic theory with real-world applications in crisis intervention and institutional equity. Her advising and practicum courses reflect a commitment to mentorship and systemic change.