Ohio Department of Higher Education
Lisa Moorhead is a seasoned research and data analyst with extensive experience in educational and sociological research. Currently serving at the Ohio Department of Higher Education since January 2019, Lisa previously worked as a research associate at the Center for Human Resource Research at The Ohio State University from June 2014 to December 2018, and held a research training fellowship at the National Science Foundation from June 2010 to May 2014. In addition to analytical roles, Lisa has demonstrated strong teaching abilities as an instructor at The Ohio State University, delivering over 300 hours of training and developing comprehensive instructional materials. Lisa holds a Ph.D. in Sociology, an M.A. in Sociology, and a B.A. in Sociology, all from The Ohio State University and California State Polytechnic University-Pomona.
Ohio Department of Higher Education
The Ohio Department of Higher Education (formerly known as the Ohio Board of Regents) is a Cabinet-level agency for the Governor of the State of Ohio that oversees higher education for the state. The agency’s main responsibilities include authorizing and approving new degree programs, managing state-funded financial aid programs, and developing and advocating policies to maximize higher education’s contributions to the state and its citizens. As a member of the Governor’s Cabinet, the Chancellor of the Ohio Department of Higher Education advises the Governor on higher education policy and implements the Governor’s plan to make college more affordable for Ohioans and drive the state’s economic advancement through its network of public universities, regional campuses, community colleges, and adult workforce and adult education centers. Chancellor John Carey was appointed the ninth Chancellor of the Ohio Board of Regents in April of 2013.