Dr. Brooks is a senior academic leader with expertise in academic affairs, educator preparation, student success, and institutional effectiveness in large public university settings. She currently serves as Dean of the College of Education at Portland State University, providing strategic oversight across academic planning, faculty affairs, enrollment management, compliance, and regional partnerships. Known for transparent communication and a trust-based leadership approach, she leads complex institutional change with clarity, consistency, and accountability while fostering a strong academic culture that supports shared governance and student success.

Throughout her career, Dr. Brooks has modernized academic programs, strengthened faculty engagement, and expanded regional impact. She previously served as Associate Dean and Assistant Dean at Texas State University, overseeing initiatives that supported thousands of students across multiple departments.

Key Recent Accomplishments:

• Restructured multiple departments into streamlined units, enhancing efficiency and operational effectiveness.

• Launched strategic growth initiatives informed by market research to expand teacher licensure programs and recruitment.

• Led data-driven analyses to ensure program vitality and alignment with institutional goals.

• Established advisory boards and student support initiatives to strengthen community engagement and student success.

• Guided complex academic and operational change while maintaining faculty collaboration and a transparent culture.