Michael Levinstein

Dr. Michael Levinstein is an Assistant Professor and the Director of Exploratory Advising and Advisor Development at Shippensburg University's Department of Academic Engagement & Exploratory Studies (AEES). He advises undergraduate Exploratory and Ship Start students while serving as the New Student Orientation Academic Coordinator. His career since 2019 has focused on enhancing access, academic success, and degree completion for underrepresented and underprepared students.

• Education:
  • BS, University of Pittsburgh (1998)
  • MEd, Kent State University (2008)
  • PhD, Kent State University (2018)

Levinstein specializes in student retention strategies, intrusive advising, and equity initiatives in higher education. His teaching includes foundational courses like UNIV 101 The First Year Seminar and AEES 101/103, emphasizing academic literacy and exploratory studies.

His recent research, such as the 2024 article Grading Policy, Email Nudges, and Grade Outcomes, explores behavioral interventions to improve academic outcomes. Earlier works analyze holistic advising frameworks and their impact on retention.

• Scientific Awards:
  • CETL Fellow (2020-Present)

Levinstein actively contributes to committees like NACADA Advisor Training and Development Steering Committee and chairs the Comprehensive Enrollment Management Planning Committee. He resides in Carlisle, PA, with his family, and enjoys hiking with a goal to complete the Appalachian Trail segment from Maryland to the Susquehanna River.