Kevin Knudsen
About Kevin Knudsen
Kevin Knudsen serves as the Director of the Academic Commons, where he oversees strategic direction and academic support programming. He has a background in education, having worked at Salisbury University and Stevenson University in various academic support roles.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Kevin Knudsen serves as the Director of the Academic Commons at The George Washington University. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction and internal academic support programming, focusing on enhancing student success through effective learning assistance solutions. He has been in this position since 2019, contributing to the academic community in Washington, District of Columbia.
Previous Experience in Academic Support
Before his current role, Kevin Knudsen held various positions at Stevenson University. He began as Manager of the Academic Link from 2015 to 2017, then advanced to Assistant Director from 2017 to 2018, and subsequently served as Director from 2018 to 2019. His experience at Salisbury University as a Graduate Assistant/Tutor Coordinator and Tutor from 2010 to 2015 also provided him with a solid foundation in academic support services.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Knudsen earned a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction with a Post-Secondary Concentration from Salisbury University, completing his studies from 2014 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History with a Secondary Education Concentration, obtained from Salisbury University between 2010 and 2013. Currently, he is pursuing a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Human and Organizational Learning at The George Washington University, which he began in 2020.
Data-Driven Approaches in Academic Support
In his role at the Academic Commons, Kevin Knudsen utilizes data-driven approaches to enhance academic support services. He conducts needs analyses to determine effective learning assistance solutions, aiming to improve student outcomes and success rates. His focus on data ensures that the academic support provided is tailored to meet the specific needs of students.