Dr. Leah Fulton’s Transition to Leadership Role at Chicago Scholars
Trinity Christian College announces the upcoming transition of Dr. Leah Fulton, who will conclude her role as Vice President for Student Life on July 23rd, after making significant contributions during her time at the College. Following her departure from Trinity, Dr. Fulton will assume the position of Vice President of Programs at Chicago Scholars.
Dr. Fulton joined Trinity in 2022 with an impressive background in higher education and research. Her doctoral research explored the history of Black women in doctoral education and the unique experiences of Black mothers pursuing doctoral studies. Additionally, her work in examining the experiences of students and adjunct faculty of color in leadership education has been instrumental in promoting a sense of belonging in higher education.
“On behalf of the entire Trinity community, I want to thank Dr. Fulton for three years of leadership at Trinity,” said Dr. Aaron Kuecker. “Leah’s deeply Christian vision, which animates her approach to human flourishing, to belonging, and to the broad range of work that shapes our students and institution, has been a gift. I feel privileged to have been able to work alongside Leah, learn from her, and watch her bring life to Trinity. I am excited for her new role at Chicago Scholars, and know that she will continue to make deep impact – all rooted in her core convictions. We look forward to being in partnership with her in her new role.”
Reflecting on this transition, Dr. Fulton shared, “The last three years at Trinity have been incredibly formative for me in my leadership journey. The shared ambitions between Trinity and Chicago Scholars to address higher education’s most pervasive challenges by centering student wellbeing and college success as a matter of economic justice make for meaningful connections and a sensible transition from one organization to the next.”
The Trinity community wishes Dr. Fulton success in her new leadership role with Chicago Scholars and looks forward to ongoing contributions and partnership between both institutions.
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About Trinity Christian College
Trinity Christian College, based in Palos Heights, Ill., is an accredited Christian liberal arts college offering more than 70 programs through bachelor’s, master’s, and adult degree completion courses of study. Founded in 1959, the College is a community of Christian scholarship. The Transformative Colleges Initiative (TCI) at the College reimagines higher education by aligning students, businesses, and neighbors in mutually beneficial relationships. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Trinity among the Top Regional Colleges—Midwest and named a Top Value in the Midwest.
To learn more, visit trnty.edu.
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About Chicago Scholars
Chicago Scholars is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit leadership development organization that empowers academically ambitious first-generation or low-income students to overcome systemic barriers to success in college and beyond while preparing the city’s businesses and organizations for the next generation of leaders. In addition to providing college access services, Chicago Scholars also provides its Scholars with opportunities for paid internships, career exploration, and economic mobility allowing them to grow into future city leaders.
To learn more, visit chicagoscholars.org
