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Dr. Tia Robinson-Cooper is a visionary leader with over two decades of experience in roles such as Chancellor, President, Provost, and Vice-President. A passionate advocate for the transformative power of community colleges, she believes in their ability to change lives one student at a time. Her leadership is characterized by innovative workforce partnerships and a result-driven approach that prioritizes student access, student success, and institutional growth. As an equity-minded leader, she is dedicated to empowering campus communities to critically examine and address policies and practices that perpetuate inequities, with a steadfast focus on achieving fair and just outcomes for all students.

Dr. Robinson-Cooper is committed to removing barriers to education and promoting social and economic mobility. Known for her servant leadership style, she fosters collaboration and transparency to advance student outcomes and community engagement. Her tenure at various institutions has been marked by a dedication to removing barriers to education and promoting the social and economic mobility of students.

Dr. Robinson-Cooper is known for her servant leadership style, which fosters collaboration, transparency, and a shared vision for advancing student outcomes and community engagement. She has successfully managed multi-million-dollar budgets, secured significant philanthropic support, and developed long-range plans that align institutional growth with community and workforce needs.
Originally from Chicago, Dr. Robinson-Cooper holds an Ed.D. in Counseling and Adult Higher Education and a B.S. in Speech Language Pathology from Northern Illinois University, an MBA and M.S. in Organizational Leadership from National Louis University, and an A.S. in Business Administration from Kishwaukee College.