Melissa Hagan is an experienced professional in the field of higher education and student affairs. She has completed her M.Ed. in Higher Education & Student Affairs from the University of Vermont and a BA in Psychology from Arcadia University. Currently, she is working as a Search Project Associate at Keeling & Associates, LLC, where she uses her expertise to assist with the projects. Previously, she has worked at the University of Pennsylvania in different roles, such as Academic projects, Wharton Undergraduate Division, Associate Director of Advising, School of Nursing, Senior Associate Director, and Associate Director, Wharton Undergraduate Division. In these positions, she was responsible for academic affairs and advising students, ensuring smooth functioning of the undergraduate division, and managing teams. Prior to this, she has also worked as an Assistant Complex Coordinator at the University of Vermont.

Melissa Hagan's professional experience spans over a decade, which has helped her gain expertise in higher education management, student affairs, academic advising, and project management. She is skilled in team management, strategic planning, leadership development, student counseling, and program development. Her interest lies in professional development, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and data-driven decision-making.