Our expert speakers bring valuable expertise in student wellness, resilience, and housing practices. With a wealth of academic and professional experience, each speaker will share practical insights and strategies to support residential communities in times of change, focusing on mental health, dialogue, and student well-being.
Keynote Speaker
LaMarcus D. Howard, PhD
LaMarcus D. Howard, Ph.D., serves as the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at North Carolina Central University (NCCU), where he directs the Student Health and Wellness portfolio encompassing the Student Health Center, Counseling Center, Student Accessibility Services, and Student Recreation and Wellness. Dr. Howard advances a coordinated approach to student well-being that integrates health, mental health, accessibility, and recreation to support academic success, persistence, and inclusive campus climate.
A recognized scholar-practitioner, Dr. Howard has authored research on student access, persistence, and success. He presents widely at national and international conferences, offering actionable insights at the intersection of student wellness, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness in higher education. His leadership is grounded in equity and access, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration.
Dr. Howard earned his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership (Higher Education Administration) from Eastern Michigan University, and he holds a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Central Michigan University. Originally from Flint, Michigan, he brings an authentic, values-driven perspective to institutional strategy and culture-building. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, attending concerts and professional sporting events, working out, shopping, spending time with family and friends, and playing softball in the spring and fall.
Educational Session Speakers
Seattle University