Karen DeVose

Karen DeVose, Ed.D., is the Assistant Dean for Academic Advising and Student Success at Drexel University's College of Computing & Informatics. Prior to rejoining Drexel in 2021, she served as Assistant Director of Academic Advising in the College of Arts and Sciences at Syracuse University.

Education:

• B.S. in Business Administration, Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
• M.Ed. in Education Administration and Supervision, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
• Post-Graduate Certificate in Student Development and Affairs, Drexel University
• Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, Gwynedd Mercy University

Her research focuses on factors and barriers affecting retention and persistence of underrepresented minority students at predominantly white institutions. She advocates for policies, resources, and advisor development to enhance student success.

As a native of Philadelphia and a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated, DeVose enjoys traveling, reading, line dancing, and African dance.