Shavonna Holman

Dr. Shavonna Holman serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Administration at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Education and Human Sciences, where she teaches graduate students, advises on academic matters, and coordinates the master's program in Educational School Leadership. She actively co-hosts the Lead Big Red Podcast, contributing to educational discourse through multiple platforms.

Her academic foundation includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Nebraska at Omaha
• Master of Science in Elementary Education and Administration and Supervision from the University of Nebraska at Omaha
• Doctoral degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln focusing on Race, Class, Access, Gender, and Equity

Dr. Holman's research program rigorously examines systemic barriers in urban educational settings, with particular emphasis on intersectional equity frameworks addressing race, socioeconomic status, gender identity, and accessibility. Her fieldwork involves direct collaboration with evaluation teams to implement evidence-based solutions for underserved student populations, reflecting her commitment to transformative educational practice.

Her exceptional contributions have earned prestigious recognition:

• University of Nebraska Distinguished Teaching Award
• UNL College of Education and Human Sciences Outstanding Teaching Award
• UNO CPACS Alumni Award for Excellence in Public Service
• UNO Distinguished Professional Alumni Award

As academic advisor and program coordinator, she mentors graduate students in educational leadership while serving on multiple evaluation teams focused on urban school improvement initiatives. Her scholarly impact extends to co-authoring the 2nd edition of "The Principal's Hot Seat," a significant contribution to school leadership literature.

Dr. Holman maintains robust professional engagement through the Lead Big Red Podcast and leadership roles including five years on the Omaha Public Schools Board of Education (serving two years as president), alongside active participation in numerous national education committees dedicated to policy reform.