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Department of Learning & Development
Mission Statement
The Department of Learning & Development enhances the teaching and learning environment of the college by coordinating and promoting internal and external opportunities/resources that support the college’s mission. The Department aids the professional development and growth of the individual and the institution as measured by:
- communicating opportunities for professional development and collaboration
- providing opportunities for all employees to learn to be change agents and leaders within their area of expertise
- providing opportunities for skills development at all levels of the institution
Upcoming Events:
Fall Planning Week
August 17 - 21, 2026
2026 Fall Planning Resource Guide
Professional Development Steering Committee
A collegewide steering committee has been established to plan, prioritize, and make funding recommendations for professional development. The committee provides guidance and support for the LEAD Academy, Fall and Spring Planning weeks, the Academic Excellence Symposium, and other professional development activities and programs. The current members of the 2026-27 Professional Development Steering Committee are:
- Rachael Dougherty, Co-Chair, Learning & Development
- Dr. Cheryl Kohen, Co-Chair, Office of Academic Affairs
- Kathryn Allman, School of Humanities
- Dr. Tori Austin, Academic Innovation
- Bree Castelli, School of Workforce Training
- Ande Deaton, MCCMEA-School of Humanities
- Dr. Shana Deyo White, School of Business Adm BAS/BS
- Maegan Graves-Webster, School of Biological & Physical Sciences
- Christine Haddock, Financial Aid
- William "Bill" Harrison, IT-Instructional Resources
- Dr. Margie Hensler, School of Education
- Edwin Hernandez, Entrepreneurial Education & Training
- Dr. Jessica Lipsey, School of Communication
- Kendra Loughry, Office of the President
- Tracy Martin, Office of the President
- Donna Miller, College of Business, Engineering & Technology
- Dr. Roulana Murad, School of Biological & Physical Sciences
- Nikki Pinney, School of Nursing
The 2025-2026 LEAD Academy cohort at their graduation ceremony on June 18, 2026
Kendra and Tracy at the Professional Development Recognition Event
Professional Development Event
Jodi Long presenting at the Professional Development Recognition Event
Deidre Seker and Jodi Long at the Professional Development Recognition Event
Jasmine Larson and Jodi Long at the Professional Development Recognition Event
Casey Knecht, Jodi Long and Shana Deyo White at the Professional Development Recognition Event
Department of Learning & Development
Rachael Dougherty
Director I
(386)506-3888
Rachael.Dougherty@DaytonaState.edu
Koby Klayson
Coordinator I
(386)506-3638
Koby.Klayson@DaytonaState.edu