Kara Laskowski

Dr. Kara Laskowski is a Professor and Chair of the Communication Studies Program at Shippensburg University. She serves as Vice President of the Association of Pennsylvania State College and University Faculties (APSCUF) and was appointed by Governor Josh Shapiro to the newly established State Board of Higher Education. Her role on this board involves coordinating statewide higher education strategies to enhance accessibility, affordability, and alignment with workforce needs. Laskowski emphasizes expanding educational opportunities that empower students to contribute to their communities and the Commonwealth.

Her professional focus includes advancing higher education reforms, addressing workforce shortages through institutional collaboration, and advocating for faculty labor rights via APSCUF. She actively participates in shaping policies that utilize student-level data to improve educational outcomes and institutional stability. Laskowski’s work bridges academic leadership with public policy, aiming to strengthen Pennsylvania’s economic and educational infrastructure.

Laskowski’s contributions extend to governance roles across higher education sectors, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary problem-solving and institutional coordination. While no specific academic articles are detailed in the provided text, her professional activities highlight engagement with communication studies in the context of systemic educational challenges.