Kristi Shackelford

Kristi Shackelford has extensive experience in academia, currently serving as the Chief Communications Officer for Academic Affairs at James Madison University since July 2000, with a progression of roles including Associate Vice Provost and Assistant Vice Provost. In addition to administrative duties, Kristi has contributed to education as an Adjunct Faculty Instructor, designing and delivering graduate and undergraduate courses on publication management and project management, as well as serving on graduate practicum committees. Previous roles include Curriculum Director and Catalog Editor for The Bluestone Yearbook from July 2014 to July 2018. Academic credentials include a Doctor of Philosophy in Strategic Leadership Studies, a Master of Arts in Technical and Scientific Communication, and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Mass Communications, all obtained from James Madison University.