Tony Pellegrini

Dr. Tony Pellegrini is a Professor at Southern Utah University (SUU) within the College of Education and Human Development. He transitioned from a career in theater teaching and school administration to academia, earning a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Higher Education from the University of Nevada in 1992. He has taught at SUU since 2002, focusing on preparing future education leaders through courses such as Educational Technology, Leadership with Technology, and Supervisory Capstone.

Education:

• Bachelor’s in Theater Education/Administration (Utah State University and Brigham Young University)
• Doctorate of Educational Leadership and Higher Education (University of Nevada, 1992)

Teaching and Research: Pellegrini emphasizes accessible online education using Zoom for virtual classrooms and maintaining open communication. His expertise spans integrating technology into education, leadership development, and 21st-century research methodologies. He values mentorship, particularly in guiding students through thesis and portfolio work.

Personal: Beyond academia, he enjoys family time, four-wheeling, and supporting the arts, notably the Utah Shakespeare Festival. His children, except his youngest, are SUU alumni.