Leslie Stevenson Appointed Director of Career Development Center at University of Richmond
May 12, 2006
Leslie Stevenson, director of the career center at the University of Baltimore, has been named director of the career development center at University of Richmond, effective July 5.
Stevenson has more than 10 years’ experience in higher education. She is active in the National Association of Colleges and Employers and a member of the board of directors of the same organization’s Eastern regional association.
“Leslie is very well prepared and eager to assist students, staff and faculty in both career development and career services activities,” said Steve Bisese, currently dean of Richmond College, who will become the university’s vice president for student development on July 1. “Many on campus who participated in the interview process cited her textured and thoughtful approach to questions, her innovative ideas for employer outreach, and her warm energy and humor.”
Stevenson previously served as assistant and associate director of career services at the University of Virginia, specializing in employer services and diversity outreach. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English and sociology from the University of Virginia and a master’s of education from the University of Maryland, College Park.