Jesse L. Mason

Jesse L. Mason, Jr., Ph.D., currently serves as Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, with previous experience as Provost/Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs at North Hennepin Community College. Mason has managed academic programs across multiple institutions, overseeing disciplines primarily in liberal arts and translation and interpretation, while leading initiatives in mental health, equity, and accreditation. An educator at heart, Mason taught psychology courses and developed specialized programs, including the African American Education Empowerment Program. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Psychology/Cognitive and Biological Sciences from the University of Minnesota and ongoing advanced education at Harvard University Graduate School of Education.