Kris Stanec

Kris Stanec is Director of Creativity & Innovation at Colorado College (since 2024) and previously held roles including Senior Lecturer in the Education Department (1996–2023). He leads initiatives like the Creativity Lab and has directed museum education programs. His work bridges arts integration, critical pedagogy, and social justice in education. Stanec earned an MAT in Elementary Education and a BA in Psychology from Colorado College.

Education:

• M.A.T., Colorado College, Elementary Education
• B.A., Colorado College, Psychology

Research Interests: Focuses on creativity in education, equitable pedagogical practices, and museum-based learning. Projects like Possibility Books and Multiple Narratives emphasize student voice and inclusive methodologies. Collaborations include the Kennedy Center Partners in Education and the Mellon Foundation.

Grants & Leadership: Key member of a $1.024 million grant on liberatory creative practices (2021–present). Spearheaded museum education grants (2017–2020). Advised K-12 programs and teacher training initiatives across decades.

Awards: Honored with Mellon Fellowship, Mortar Board distinctions, and multiple teaching awards recognizing innovative arts integration and service-learning advocacy.

Professional Engagement: Serves on boards of the Museum of Dance and Kennedy Center Partners in Education. Presented globally on creative pedagogies at conferences like CREA and AAMG.