معرفی
Dr. Clayton Smith is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Windsor. He specializes in international student experience, student mentoring, and strategic enrollment management (SEM). His research focuses on improving educational practices for culturally and linguistically diverse students, addressing microaggressions, and enhancing sense of belonging. Dr. Smith holds a Doctor of Education from Florida State University (1997), and has extensive administrative experience in higher education.
Education:
- Ed.D., Florida State University, 1997
- M.P.A., University of Maine, 1991
- M.A., Drew University, 1982
- B.A., University of Southern Maine, 1981
Research Interests:
- International student engagement and retention
- Mentoring teacher candidates
- SEM integration with equity/diversity initiatives
- Open educational resources (OER)
Grants & Awards:
- Over 20 funded grants including SSHRC, Mitacs, and University of Windsor initiatives
- Recipient of 2016 University of Windsor Certificate of Recognition
- Golden Key Honor Society Honorary Member (2005)
Labs/Teams: Leads the Teaching International Students Research Group, organizes annual international education conferences, and oversees the Concurrent Education Student Mentoring Program.
