Administration

Kent State University’s Regional Campuses are dedicated to strengthening Ohio’s workforce and enhancing local economies by providing accessible, high-quality education to learners at every stage of life. With multiple locations across Northeast Ohio, our campuses serve as dynamic hubs of learning and innovation, offering traditional degrees, workforce development programs and professional certifications that align with regional employment needs.

Whether pursuing a degree, retooling for a career change or seeking skills enhancement, learners at Kent State’s Regional Campuses benefit from flexible and affordable education tailored to evolving industry demands. We are committed to expanding opportunities beyond conventional education, providing lifelong learning experiences that empower individuals and uplift communities. From in-demand programs in nursing, business, cybersecurity and advanced manufacturing to specialized workforce training in critical sectors, our Regional Campuses prepare students to thrive in Ohio’s growing job market.

By fostering strong partnerships with local businesses, nonprofit organizations and government agencies, we ensure that our graduates are not only job-ready but also equipped to drive economic growth in their communities. Our commitment to innovation includes hybrid learning models, just-in-time training programs and non-degree certifications that meet the needs of today’s learners and employers.

With dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities and a student-first approach, Kent State’s Regional Campuses are transforming lives and fueling economic success across Ohio. Together, we are shaping the future of the workforce —one learner, one opportunity and one community at a time.

REGIONAL CAMPUS ADMINISTRATION

Peggy Shadduck, Ph.D.

Vice President for Regional Campuses
Dean of the College of Applied and Technical Studies
mshaddu1@kent.edu

Vice President Shadduck serves as the senior officer responsible for overall leadership of the Kent State University Regional Campus system. She oversees the operations of the seven Regional Campuses and the College of Applied and Technical Studies, promotes student enrollment and academic success, and is responsible for expanding the visibility, influence and effectiveness of Kent State as a catalyst for regional development. She joined Kent State in April 2021.

A career educator, Dr. Shadduck has devoted herself to improving student learning experiences in higher education for more than 25 years. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Oberlin College with majors in mathematics and East Asian Studies. After a short stint as an actuary, she went to graduate school, earning a master’s degree in neuroscience from Northwestern University and a Ph.D. in pharmacology from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. During that time, Dr. Shadduck learned that she has a passion for teaching and launched her teaching career with a group of biology students at a local community college.

During her 12 years at Transylvania University in Kentucky, Dr. Shadduck taught and developed more than 20 different courses, with several crossing disciplines boundaries. She was asked to handle some administrative responsibilities after several years at Transylvania University, so she pursued a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Illinois at Springfield to complement her science background. That led to additional leadership positions in public two-year institutions, including serving as the chief academic officer at Shelton State Community College in Alabama. Dr. Shadduck has served as associate dean of New College at the University of North Texas since 2018 and as faculty and unit director of New College since 2017.

Susan Emens, Ph.D.

Associate Dean
College of Applied and Technical Studies
emens@kent.edu

Associate Dean Emens has devoted her career in higher education to serving the local communities of regional campus systems. Prior to joining the CATS administrative team, she served as the Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs at Kent State University’s Geauga Campus and Twinsburg Academic Center. She is a tenured associate professor for the Business Management Technology program in the College of Applied and Technical Studies and has taught at the Trumbull Campus.

Dr. Emens holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Trident University International; a Master of Arts in Economics and an MBA from Kent State University; and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Youngstown State University. Her research interests include nonprofit marketing and the strategic engagement of community partners in higher education.

Regional Campus Deans

Academic Vice Deans

Tiffany Kiphart, M.Ed.

Academic Vice Dean, Kent State University at Geauga and Twinsburg Academic Center
tkiphart@kent.edu

Stephen Minnick, Ph.D.

Academic Vice Dean, Kent State University at East Liverpool
Academic Vice Dean, Kent State University at Tuscarawas
sminnick@kent.edu

Susan Rossi, Ph.D.

Academic Vice Dean, Kent State University at Salem
Academic Vice Dean, Kent State University at Stark
srossi3@kent.edu

Adil Wadia, Ph.D.

Academic Vice Dean, Kent State University at Ashtabula
Academic Vice Dean, Kent State University at Trumbull
awadia@kent.edu

DENISE BARTELL, PH.D.

Senior Associate Vice President
Regional Campus System Faculty & Student Success
dbartell@kent.edu

Kevin Deemer, M.L.S.

Course Scheduling & Assignment Administrator
Regional Campus System
kdeemer@kent.edu

Jill Tripp

Course Scheduling & Assignment Coordinator
Regional Campus System
jtripp2@kent.edu

Gaye Blair

Course Scheduling & Assignment Coordinator
Regional Campus System

La Tarsha Miller, Ph.D.

Budget Director
Regional Campus System
lmill121@kent.edu

Waliah Poto

Senior Business Manager: Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Salem, Tuscarawas
Regional Campus System
wpoto@kent.edu

Vacant

Senior Business Manager: Geauga, Stark, Trumbull, Twinsburg Academic Center
Regional Campus System

Mary Mustard

Senior Business Manager
College of Applied & Technical Studies
mmustard@kent.edu

Andrew Crawford, Ed.D.

Associate Vice President
Enrollment Management, Student Services & Engagement
acrawf11@kent.edu | www.kent.edu/enrollment-management

Audrey Lemmons, M.S.

Executive Director, Regional & Workforce Initiatives
Regional Campuses
asweet9@kent.edu

Melissa Seeton, M.A.

Director
Strategic Communications & Marketing, Regional Campuses
mseeton@kent.edu | www.kent.edu/regional-campuses/marcom-team

Michelle Lemieux

Assistant to an Executive Officer
Regional Campuses
mmelton3@kent.edu