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Dr. Andrea Lewis is an Associate Professor of Education and Director of the Student Success Program at Spelman College, where she has served since 2009. She also chairs the College Completion Action Team, co-chairs the Campus Assessment Response and Evaluation Team, and co-directs International Prestigious Fellowships.
- Ph.D., Georgia State University
- M.Div., Interdenominational Theological Center
- M.S., University of Pennsylvania
- B.A., Spelman College (summa cum laude)
Dr. Lewis specializes in teacher preparation, urban education, and social class dynamics in schools, with a focus on Black girls in White educational spaces. Her work emphasizes cultural competence, global awareness, and equity in educational systems.
Her publications trend toward urban teacher training, cultural relevance in pedagogy, and socioeconomic/racial intersections in education. Awards include recognition from the National Alumnae Association of Spelman College, United Negro College Fund, and National Coalition of 100 Black Women. She organized Spelman’s first faculty-led trips to Cuba (2015-2023) to study educational systems through historical, economic, and political lenses.
- Excellence in Education Award, Spelman College
- Community Service Award, National Alumnae Association of Spelman College
- Teacher Development Recognition, Atlanta Public Schools
- Outstanding Atlanta Education Leadership Award
Dr. Lewis has advised students in the Student Success Program and contributed to teacher education accreditation efforts. She co-authored works on African American educational legacies and authored books addressing social class, race, and faith in educational contexts.
