Dr. Mike Parsons

Dr. Michael H. Parsons is an experienced educator and higher education leader who currently serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Community College Leadership Doctoral Program (CCLDP) at Morgan State University.13 His career in education spans over five decades, during which he has held various roles in community colleges and universities.

Career Highlights

Community College Experience:: Dr. Parsons began his career as a faculty member at a community college in a Detroit suburb in 1965.3 He later served at Hagerstown Community College in Maryland for 37 years, where he held positions including Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Dean of Instruction.14

Morgan State University:: After retiring from Hagerstown Community College as Dean and Professor Emeritus, Dr. Parsons joined Morgan State University. He has been serving as a Visiting Adjunct Professor in the Community College Leadership Doctoral Program for the past 12 years.1

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Parsons specializes in:

• Adjunct faculty development
• Social organization
• Change dynamics
• Student success strategies1

Education and Professional Development

Dr. Parsons has an impressive educational background:

• Associates degree from Muskegon Community College (1962)
• B.A. in English and History from Western Michigan University (1964)
• M.A. in History from Western Michigan University (1971)
• Ed.D. in Interdisciplinary Educational Leadership from Western Michigan University (1971)2

He has also completed post-doctoral assignments at prestigious institutions such as The University of Texas, Austin, Carnegie-Mellon University, Columbia University, and Oxford University.1

Publications and Contributions

Dr. Parsons has made significant contributions to the field of higher education:

• Author of two monographs
• Co-editor of three New Directions for Community College Readers
• Authored or co-authored over 30 articles for various higher education publications1

Recognition

In 2011, Dr. Parsons received the Distinguished Alumni Award from Western Michigan University's Department of History, recognizing his lifelong commitment to education and community service.2

Throughout his career, Dr. Michael H. Parsons has demonstrated a deep commitment to community college education, leadership development, and student success, making him a valuable asset to Morgan State University's Community College Leadership Doctoral Program.