Kelley Bishop
About Kelley Bishop
Kelley Bishop serves as the Associate Vice Provost for Career Services at The George Washington University, focusing on career development and strategic connections between students and employers. With extensive experience in various leadership roles in career services across multiple universities, she advocates for a hybrid approach to education that combines virtual and in-person resources.
Work at The George Washington University
Kelley Bishop serves as the Associate Vice Provost for Career Services at The George Washington University. In this role, she focuses on career development aligned with institutional priorities, fostering connections between students and employers. Bishop advocates for a hybrid model in higher education, integrating both virtual and in-person resources to enhance student services. Her leadership aims to engage students with professional communities, facilitating networking opportunities that support their career trajectories.
Previous Roles in Higher Education
Before her current position, Kelley Bishop held various significant roles in higher education. She was the Interim Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs at the University of Maryland for six months in 2022. From 2013 to 2022, she served as the Director of the University Career Center and The President's Promise at the same institution. Additionally, she worked as the Executive Director of Career Services at Michigan State University from 2001 to 2011 and as the Director of Career Services at Syracuse University from 1996 to 2001.
Educational Background
Kelley Bishop holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Dartmouth College, where she studied from 1979 to 1983. She furthered her education at Indiana University Bloomington, earning a Master of Science degree in Counseling between 1992 and 1994. This educational foundation supports her expertise in career services and student affairs.
Professional Expertise and Specializations
Kelley Bishop specializes in building relationships between employers and academic institutions, strategic planning, and innovative programming in career education. Her professional focus includes forming partnerships, conducting assessments, and presenting on career-related topics. She has a proven track record in enhancing career services through effective engagement strategies.
Board Membership and Professional Involvement
Kelley Bishop served as a Board Member for the National Association of Colleges and Employers from 2007 to 2009. This role allowed her to contribute to the broader conversation on career services and higher education. Her involvement in professional organizations reflects her commitment to advancing career development practices in academic settings.