Academic and Student Support Deans

Academic Deans

Academic Support Services

Bethany Kennedy

Dean of Academic Support Services
Email: bakenned@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 522-3466
Campus location: Orchard Ridge Campus

Departments: Libraries, ACCESS, Academic Testing Center
Area of Expertise: Library Administration, Educational Leadership, Community Building
What I love about OCC: Working with dedicated colleagues at all levels of OCC to foster a true sense of belonging for our students to support their educational goals
Hidden talent: Classical Piano

Academic Technologies | Academic Technology Group

Kayla LeBlanc

Dean of Academic Technology and Instructional
Email: ksleblan@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 232-4826
Campus location: Auburn Hills Campus

Departments: Academic Technology Media Studio, Distance Learning, Instructional Design, Online Learning Readiness
Area of Expertise: Teaching and Learning with Technology, Academic Technology Media Studio, Distance Learning, Instructional Design, Online Learning Readiness, Faculty Training
What I love about OCC: The OCC community is truly comprised of talented and caring people who are dedicated to helping our students reach their goals.
Hidden talent: I enjoy taking on large home remodel and landscaping projects.

Business & Information Technologies

Thomas Hendricks

Dean of Business & Information Technologies
Email: tmhendri@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 232-4544
Campus location: Auburn Hills Campus

Departments: Accounting, Business, Computer Information Systems, Economics, Paralegal
Disciplines: Accounting, Business, Computer Information Systems (CIS classes), Economics, Marketing and Paralegal
What I love about OCC: OCC has very talented faculty. I love OCC for the family type of camaraderie and collaboration
Hidden talent: Dog Rescuer. Have a poodle mix named Rufus and a Terrier mix named Artie. Both rescued and they are the best dogs we have ever had.

College Readiness

Beverly Stanbrough

Dean of Counseling Student Success
Email: bjstanbr@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 522-3811
Campus location: Orchard Ridge Campus

Departments: Counseling
Area of Expertise: New Student Orientation, Counseling Resources, College Placement, Community Partnerships, College Readiness, Guided Pathways Mentoring for Community Colleges, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
What I love about OCC: Providing “HOPE” for the students and staff who enter our doors to meet their educational goals. My most favorite part of what we do is attending graduation ceremonies. The excitement and accomplishments of those students warm my heart.
Hidden talent: Being the BEST Grandmother ever!! Home and gardening DIY projects; gathering with family and friends.

Communication Arts & Humanities

Cindy Carbone

Dean of Communication, Arts & Humanities
Email: clcarbon@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 522-3506
Campus location: Orchard Ridge Campus

Departments: Art, Culinary, English, English as a Second Language, Graphic Design, Humanities, Interior Design, Music, Philosophy, Photographic Technology, Sign Language Interpreter, Spanish, Theatre
Area of Expertise: Faculty Academy and Development, Assessment, HLC Argument Writer, Student Success, Broad knowledge of higher education institutions in the Midwest; Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society.
What I love about OCC: Working with expert faculty and colleagues who love to teach and mentor students, developing new faculty to stretch themselves, and encouraging students to seek new opportunities for success.
Hidden talent: Avid crafter and gardener

Engineering, Manufacturing & Industrial Technologies

Beau Everitt

Dean of Engineering, Manufacturing & Industrial Technologies
Email: bleverit@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 232-4053
Campus location: Auburn Hills Campus

Departments: Automotive Technology, Computer Aided Design & Engineering, Collision Auto Repair, Electrical/Electronics Technology, Environmental Systems/HVACR, Machine Tool Technology, Robotics/Automated Systems, Welding & Fabricating
Area of Expertise: Machine Tool Technology
What I love about OCC: I love the opportunity that OCC has provided to me and to everyone in Oakland County. The diversity and professionalism of the staff is second to none and everyone wants to see students be successful. I got into education to inspire people and we do that every day at OCC
Hidden talent: I love to do woodworking and carpentry in my free time

Health Sciences and Nursing

Tanya McFadden

Executive Director of Health Professions and Dean of Nursing
Email: tcmcfadd@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 942-3331
Campus Location: Highland Lakes and Southfield Campuses

Departments: Nursing and Health Professions including Dental Hygiene, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Health Care Administration, Medical Assisting, Radiological Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Technology
Area of Expertise: Healthcare Administration, Retention, Enrollment Management, Data Management.
What I love about OCC: I love OCC because students can get anywhere from here! I am proof of that ~ OCC alum, class of 2003 and 2004!
Hidden talent: I consider myself to be an incredible cook and BBQ Pitmaster!

Mathematics & Sciences

Kenneth Williams

Dean of Mathematics & Sciences
Email: kmwillia@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 232-4210
Campus location: Auburn Hills Campus

Departments: Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics
Area of Expertise: Mathematics Education, Mathematical Problem Solving, Curriculum and Assessment, Higher Education Leadership
What I love about OCC: I love the diverse backgrounds that students, faculty, and staff bring to OCC, and I enjoy hearing all of their stories. I believe that OCC is a jewel in Oakland County, offering excellent instruction and opportunities for students to begin and pursue any educational path they choose.
Hidden talent: I enjoy playing team sports (softball and basketball), reading mysteries and nonfiction, and traveling with my family.

Public Services

David Ceci

Dean of Public Services & Director of Law Enforcement Training
Email: dfceci@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 232-4224
Campus location: Auburn Hills Campus

Departments: Criminal Justice, Emergency Medical Technician, Oakland Police Academy, Advanced Police Training, Emergency Medical Services
Area of Expertise: Law Enforcement, Use of Force, Interviewing and Interrogation Skills, De-escalation skills, Title IX Investigations
What I love about OCC: Working with the students to help them achieve their dreams of a career in public service

Social Sciences

Lee Benjamins

Dean of Social Sciences
Email: ilbenjam@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 246-2512
Campus location: Royal Oak Campus

Departments: Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Geography, Global Studies, History, Mental Health/Social Work, Physical Education/Recreation, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology
Area of Expertise: Faculty Development, Active Learning, Course Design, Online Learning, History Education, Curriculum and Assessment, High-Impact Teaching Practices, Higher Education Leadership
What I love about OCC: The passion that everyone associated with OCC has for the college and its mission.
Hidden talent: In 2023 I began learning how to play drums.

Teaching Excellence

Marc Thomas

Dean of Teaching and Learning Excellence
Email: mothomas@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 522-3834
Campus location: Orchard Ridge Campus

Area of Expertise: Experiential Learning, High-Impact Teaching Practices, Global Education
What I love about OCC: The creative energy and commitment to continuous improvement from OCC students and faculty
Hidden talent: Photography

Student Services Deans

Stacey Crews

Dean of Student Engagement
Phone: (248) 246-2612, (248) 233-2712
Email: sncrews@oaklandcc.edu
Location: Royal Oak Campus

Area of Expertise: Student Development/Student Engagement, Mentorship, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
What I love about OCC: I love to watch the growth progression of students as they achieve their educational and professional goals while at OCC and beyond.
Hidden talent: I am filled with Black Girl Magic.

Jahquan Hawkins

Dean of Students
Email: jchawkin@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 233-2712
Location: Southfield Campus

Area of Expertise: Student Onboarding, Behavioral Intervention, Title IX
What I love about OCC: I love working alongside my colleagues to help acculturate students to the higher education environment; unlocking the potential within our future leaders.
Hidden talent: Author, Community Activism, Billiards

Robert Spann

Dean of Enrollment Services
Email: rtspann@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 522-3512
Location: Orchard Ridge Campus

Area of Expertise: Serving others and finding solutions to problems
What I love about OCC: Is the vertical and horizontal passion so many employees have for supporting students and each other.
Hidden talent: I was a mediator for many years.