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Dominque Hill Biography

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Name: Dominque Hill, Ed. D.

Job Title: Assistant Dean of Students, Recreation and Wellness Services

Email: dhill91@kent.edu

Office Phone #: 330-672-0464

Job Description: Provide executive leadership and strategic oversight for the Department of Recreation and Wellness Services, which includes the Student Recreation and Wellness Center, the Ice Arena, Allerton Sports Complex, Tri-Rec, and outdoor fields. Collaborate across university divisions to enhance student well-being, engagement, and success through recreational programs, health promotion initiatives, and co-curricular learning. Guide departmental strategic planning, budget management, capital project development, workforce planning, and program innovation in alignment with institutional priorities. Serve as a member of the Division of Student Life Leadership Team and advocate for student-centered policies, partnerships, and long-range planning that support a thriving campus environment.

Worked FT at KSU: Since 2023

Education History:

  • B.A. Physical Education, Exercise, and Sport Science - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • M.S. Management and Leadership - Tarleton State University
  • Ed.D. Educational Leadership - Tarleton State University

Hobbies and Interests: Family time, mentoring students and professionals, singing, personal development, coaching, faith-based leadership, and community building.

Awards and Achievements:

  • Newcomer of the Year, Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Division of Student Life 
  • Staff Champion of Change Award, Baylor University
  • Diversity Enhancement Award, Baylor University
  • Outstanding Staff Award, Baylor University
  • Pillar of Baylor Award, Baylor University Division of Student Life
  • NASPA Region IV-East Advisory Board Member
  • Advisory Board Member, NASPA Ujima Institute and Carolina Honors Program