Education

Teaching

• History

Research

Research interests

• Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on Higher Education Experiences and Academic Outcomes

Jennifer L. Vincent is a passionate leader in higher education with a strong focus on organizational development, community and career service. Currently serving as the Director of the Career Center at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, she has also held key roles in Bristol Community College as Registrar and Director of Workforce and Sustainable Initiatives. Her work is guided by a commitment to achieving results and empowering individuals to reach their potential. From strategic planning and process improvements to data management and curriculum design, Jennifer's expertise is diverse, always aimed at elevating organizational goals and promoting student equity.

Outside her professional roles, Jennifer exemplifies the true spirit of community engagement and service. She has been a dedicated member of the School Committee for Berkley, Massachusetts, and the Somerset Berkley Regional High School, making educational decisions that impact K-12 students. Additionally, she has taken leadership roles in the Rotary Club of Fall River, contributing as President, Vice President, Secretary, and Board Member. Jennifer’s military service as a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps Reserve further underscores her commitment to community and country. These efforts have not gone unnoticed; she has received multiple awards for professional and community service, including the 2022 League for Innovation in Community College Teaching and Leadership and the 2020 Bristol Community College Silver Shield Award. Her dedication to community well-being is not just a part of her job; it is her life’s work.

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