Communications Studies Professor Stephanie Norander named to role with Levine Scholars program

Stephanie Norander, a professor in the Department of Communications Studies, is the inaugural associate faculty director for the Levine Scholars Program.

Norander has served as associate chair of communication studies, executive director of the Communication Across the Curriculum program in the Office of Undergraduate Education and in faculty fellow positions for the dean and provost. 

“Dr. Norander was a transformative leader in the Department of Communication Studies. Her scholarly expertise and her considerable experience in student success and curriculum development impacted our approaches to teaching, advising, and mentoring in positive and lasting ways,” said Daniel Grano, professor and department chair of communication studies.

Previously, the program employed a part-time faculty fellow to support civic engagement, research and global initiatives. The associate faculty director will ensure that scholars have the skills and knowledge they need upon graduation to be competitive applicants to graduate programs, professional roles, competitive fellowships and more. Additionally, this position will lead in building relationships with pre-professional internship and research partners on campus, across the Charlotte region and beyond.

Heather Smith, LSP faculty director, noted Norander “brings a wealth of experience in program building, professional development programming and student-centered mentorship, and we have no doubt she will make lasting contributions to the strong future of the Levine Scholars Program.”