Felician University recently announced that it appointed Tara Kent as its new dean of the School of Arts and Sciences, where she will enhance academic programs and seek to increase student engagement through innovative curricula and experiential learning opportunities.
Kent brings over 25 years of experience in higher education to her new position.
“I’m enthusiastic about joining the Felician University academic community,” she said. “With a strong commitment to educational access and opportunity, I feel an alignment with the mission and values of the university; there is no greater means to transform lives than through quality education. Having served in academic administration for over two decades, I’m excited to dedicate my skills and experiences to advance the university and to support the growth and development of our students.”
Prior to Felician, Kent served as the associate dean of undergraduate studies at Thomas Edison State University, where she acted as the chief academic officer for programs in liberal arts, sciences and education. She holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in sociology and cultural anthropology from Purdue University and a B.S. in psychology from the University of Delaware.
She has held many significant positions, including provost, associate provost, associate vice president for academic affairs, dean of the Keystone Honors Academy and executive associate to the president at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. In these positions, she oversaw university operations and provided leadership for strategic planning and assessment processes.
