Mary Howard-Hamilton

Dr. Mary Howard-Hamilton is a Professor of Educational Administration and Chair of the Department of Educational Leadership at Indiana State University’s Bayh College of Education. She specializes in preparing students for careers in higher education leadership, emphasizing mentorship, practical training, and contemporary issues like minority student belonging and post-pandemic education. Her innovative teaching methods include integrating podcasts and Netflix series alongside traditional readings.

Her research focuses on minority student success and international education development, notably through consulting in South Africa to build student affairs training programs. She actively serves on community boards, including the Board of Public Works in Terre Haute, advocating for underrepresented groups. Dr. Howard-Hamilton has received prestigious awards for her teaching and research, including the Theodore Dreiser Award (2015) and the Presidential Medal. She frequently engages in community initiatives, such as honoring historical figures like Frederick Douglass and addressing equitable access to resources.