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Kari Keating is a Teaching Associate Professor in the Department of Business Administration at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she has been a faculty member since 2020. She holds a Ph.D. in Human and Community Development from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has extensive experience in educational psychology, marketing, and community development. Dr. Keating's research interests include the intersection of leadership development, community capacity-building, and the role of social capital in community development. She emphasizes experiential learning in her teaching, using her professional experiences to connect with students and foster their development as leaders. Throughout her career, she has held various academic positions, including Teaching Assistant Professor and Research Fellow, and has served in leadership roles in community organizations. Her commitment to teaching excellence has been recognized with multiple honors, and she actively engages in grant-funded projects to enhance educational practices. Dr. Keating is dedicated to creating inclusive learning environments that encourage students to explore their identities and develop the skills necessary for real-world leadership and decision-making.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL
Teaching Associate Professor in Business Administration, focusing on leadership development and experiential learning.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL
Assistant Professor in Organizational & Community Leadership, emphasizing leadership in educational settings.
University of Illinois Extension • Champaign, IL
Worked on community and economic development initiatives.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL
Conducted research focusing on educational psychology and community development.
Economic Development Council, St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce • St. Johns County, FL
Led initiatives for community economic development.
Leadership St. Johns, St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce • St. Johns County, FL
Directed leadership development programs for the Chamber of Commerce.
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