Jennifer L. Granger Sullivan

Jennifer L. Granger Sullivan, Ed.D., is a Visiting Assistant Professor at Salem State University in the McKeown School of Education, where she teaches in the Higher Education in Student Affairs graduate program. She also serves as the Associate Director of Experiential Learning at Elms College, focusing on expanding community engagement opportunities since Fall 2021.

Her educational background includes:

• B.A. in History – University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
• M.Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration – University of Vermont
• Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration – Northeastern University

Dr. Sullivan's research and professional interests center on student affairs, leadership development, and experiential learning in higher education. She has contributed significantly to orientation, transition, and retention programs, particularly through her leadership roles at Lasell University and continued work in student engagement. Her career emphasizes student development, organizational programming, and fostering inclusive campus communities.

Though no publications are listed, her professional work spans over a decade in student affairs leadership, program development, and alumni engagement, reflecting a strong commitment to enhancing student experiences in higher education.

Her notable awards include:

• Lasell University Thomas E.J. de Witt Award for Excellence in Educational Leadership (2012)
• UMass Dartmouth Outstanding Alumni Service Award (2019)
• NODA Regional Outstanding Professional Presentation Award
• NODA Regional Outstanding Professional Award
• NODA Regional New Professional Award

Dr. Sullivan has extensive experience in advising and program leadership. She previously served as Director of Student Activities and Orientation at Lasell University, where she taught a First Year Seminar on leadership and expanded student organization support and campus traditions. She has also held national and regional leadership roles in NODA, including chairing the Small College Network and serving on conference committees. Additionally, she spent over a decade on the UMass Dartmouth Alumni Board, including terms as President and Vice President.

She is actively involved in experiential learning initiatives at Elms College, working to coordinate and enhance community engagement opportunities for students.