Leadership Team

President John Temple Portrait
John P. Temple
President
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Dr. Laura Byrd
Executive Vice President of Operations & Executive Director, LSSC Foundation
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Karen Hogans
Vice President of Academic Affairs
Chief Academic Officer
Nicholas Kemp
Nick Kemp
Vice President of Technology Innovation
Chief Information Officer
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Thom Kieft
Vice President of Facilities Planning & Operations
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Michelle Matis
Vice President of Finance
Chief Financial Officer
Dr. Joseph Mews Vice President of Enrollment & Student Affairs
Dr. Joseph Mews
Vice President of Enrollment & Student Affairs

Shared Governance Overview

Under the authority of the College President and the District Board of Trustees, College committees, councils, and subcommittees are formed to ensure broad participation in planning and completing goals and objectives that have institution-wide impact. The College’s mission, vision, values, and Strategic Plan serve as a guide for Committee and Council goals and objectives.