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About the President’s Office

At Stephens College, leadership is a collaborative endeavor—and President Shannon B. Lundeen is supported by a dedicated team of visionary professionals who share her commitment to student success, innovation, and bold, hands-on learning.

Together, this group brings deep expertise across academics, operations, and student experience, working in partnership to ensure Stephens continues to empower learners to lead with purpose. United by a shared belief in the transformative power of education, President Lundeen and her leadership team are shaping a future defined by clarity, confidence, and opportunity.

Senior Leadership

Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen
President

Shannon Walls ’93
Chief of Staff & Secretary to the Board

Dr. Leslie Willey ’83
Vice President for Academic Affairs

Laura Stevens
Vice President of Operations

Christi Hopkins
Vice President of Enrollment Management

Kelley Marchbanks
Vice President for Advancement

Dr. Jonathan Sadhoo
Vice President for Finance & Administration and Chief Financial Officer

Mackenzie Petty ’20
Executive Operations Manager

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Office of the President

(573) 876-7210 Ext: 4210

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Lela Raney Wood Hall 339