Lauren Elan Helsper

Lauren Elan Helsper currently serves as the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President of Human Resources at Antelope Valley College since June 2023. Previously, Lauren held the position of Director for EEO, Leaves, and Workplace Safety Programs at College of the Canyons from June 2022 to June 2023, as well as Director of Diversity, Compliance, and Title IX Coordinator at Cerritos College from January 2021 to June 2022. Lauren's extensive experience at the University of Southern California includes roles such as Interim Assistant Director and Interim Title IX Coordinator, with responsibilities involving complex investigations related to Title IX and other misconduct. Additionally, Lauren served as Associate Director for Student Support and Advocacy and has held positions at Cornell University and Pitzer College. Lauren holds a Doctor of Education degree in Higher Education Administration, a Master's of Education in Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs, and a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Los Angeles.