Campus Dean Meet/Greet - Dr. Marcus Bennett (20211014-00010)

Dr. Marcus Bennett is a Student Affairs professional with over twenty years of experience in the higher education profession. Currently, Dr. Bennett is the Associate Dean of Campus and Residence Life at Northwestern Michigan College, where he the oversees the campus operations of Residence Life/Housing, Student Conduct, and Campus Recreation. Dr. Bennett in his previous position with Northwestern Michigan College served in the role of Director of Residence Life and Judicial Affairs, whereby he was responsible for the opening of a new 135 bed, co-ed residential housing facility. In addition to the opening of a housing facility, Dr. Bennett was instrumental in the implementation of the Maxient (student conduct) software program. Before joining Northwestern Michigan College, Dr. Bennett served in the roles of Assistant Director of Residence Life and Hall Manager at Saginaw Valley State University, where he implemented a First Year Residence Experience (FYRE) and assisted with multiple search committees for the institution. Dr. Bennett also aided in the development of the endownment for the Abou Traore scholarship fund. Dr. Bennett holds a bachelors degree in Human Services from Wingate University, Masters in Leadership and Public Administration from Saginaw Valley State University and a doctorate in Community College Leadership from Ferris State University. Dr. Bennett resides in Traverse City, Michigan with his wife Anna, son Marcus Junior (MJ) and daughter, Ava.

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10/29/2021 3:00:00 PM