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Kelsel Thompson
Community Engagement Expert, Connector, Your Go To Person, Customer Service Centered
Kelsel Thompson is an experienced professional in higher education administration and community engagement, currently serving as the External Affairs Manager and PQC Plano Site Director at Paul Quinn College.1 With over a decade of experience at Paul Quinn, Thompson has held various leadership roles, including Athletic Director and Dean of Students.1
Career Highlights
- Current Role: External Affairs Manager/PQC Plano Site Director since June 20181
- Previous Positions at Paul Quinn College:
- Manager-External Affairs/Alumni Relations (2013-2018)
- Athletic Director (2015-2018)
- Dean of Students (2010-2018)1
Thompson's expertise includes community engagement, strategic partner development, customer service, problem-solving, collaboration, and strategic planning.1
Education and Certifications
- M.S. in College Student Personnel from Miami University
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology from Texas A&M University
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate from USF Corporate Training and Professional Education (2021)1
Thompson is passionate about advancing social justice and educational equity in underserved communities, leveraging communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with various stakeholders, including alumni, donors, corporations, nonprofits, local governments, and media outlets.1
