Lee Givins

Dr. Lee Givins serves as Associate Professor of Education and Chair of the Department of Leadership at Converse College. He holds multiple leadership roles including Director of Administrator Certification Programs and Director of the Professional Leadership Doctoral Program. Previously, he spent 28 years in Greenville County schools as a teacher, coach, and administrator, including 11 years as a middle school principal.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, University of South Carolina
• Ed.S. in Educational Leadership, University of South Carolina
• M.A. in Educational Administration, Furman University
• B.S. in Social Studies, The Citadel

Research Interests: Focuses on leadership development in educational settings, administrator certification processes, and professional doctoral education programs. Engages in advancing educational policy and practitioner training through academic leadership roles.

Advising & Grants: Oversees certification and doctoral programs, supporting future educational leaders. No specific grants are highlighted in the provided information.

Labs/Teams: Active within the Department of Leadership and collaborates across the Education Department at Converse College.