Gail Mellow
December 5th, 2008 |
Dr. Gail O. Mellow is president of LaGuardia Community College in New York City, one of the most ethnically diverse campuses in the United States. LaGuardia is a two-year public college, serving more than 50,000 students from 160 countries. Its students pursue baccalaureate education at over twice the national average and is a leader in using e-portfolios for teaching and assessment.
During her eight year tenure, the college has won numerous awards. Mellow spearheads local economic development with LaGuardia’s Small Business Development Centre, and NY Designs, a business incubator for design professionals.
Mellow is the co-author of three books and more than 30 articles. Her third book, Minding the Dream: The American Community College, was published in 2008. She received an AA from Jamestown Community College, a BA from SUNY Albany, and her MA and PhD from The George Washington University.
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