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Kim Bullington is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Workforce Development at Old Dominion University (ODU), affiliated with the Darden College of Education & Professional Studies. She also serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Higher Education Politics and Economics journal. Her work bridges academic and student affairs, focusing on removing barriers to education and fostering collaboration across institutional silos.
- Education:
- Ph.D. in Higher Education (2014)
- Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration (2010)
- M.A. in Applied Linguistics (2006)
- B.A. in French (1998)
Her research focuses on student success, veteran/military student support, multiracial student experiences, STEM preparedness, and financial barriers to education. She has authored/co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications and led grants totaling $1.6M, including studies on veteran academic pathways and student loan impacts.
Recent articles explore topics like veteran borrowing patterns, multiracial Greek life dynamics, and transfer student financial outcomes. Her work frequently integrates qualitative methods to understand marginalized student populations' needs.
Awards include the 2023 Advisor of the Year and 2022 Mid-Level Professional Award, recognizing her contributions to student affairs and leadership development.
Dr. Bullington collaborates with organizations like NASPA and ASEE, and has advised over 20 student-led initiatives. She leads ODU's Veterans in Science and Engineering (VIBE) program and participates in national policy discussions on campus safety and free speech.
