Katy Launius

Katy Launius, Ph.D. currently serves as Strategy Officer for Student Success at Lumina Foundation, focusing on increasing completion rates of credentials and degrees for Black, Latino, and Indigenous adult students. Prior to this, Katy held roles such as Associate Dean of Thriving Learning Communities at Dallas College and Dean of Student Success & Wellness at Dallas College Eastfield Campus. With a strong background in student engagement and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, Katy has extensive experience in implementing strategies to enhance student success, diversity, equity, and inclusion within academic settings. Through their various roles, Katy has led initiatives to support underrepresented student populations and foster inclusive learning environments.