Educators play a crucial role in shaping how people learn, not just in the classroom but across a lifetime. From early education through adulthood, they help learners grow, reflect, and discover who they are. For Dr. Carlondrea Hines, that journey came full circle during her time as a doctoral student.
“It was through my PhD process that I learned I have a voice and my perspective is invaluable,” said Hines, who earned her doctorate in education at Capella University. That realization marked a shift not just in her academic path but in her purpose.
Today, Dr. Hines mentors other educators working toward their doctoral degrees. She helps them recognize the value of their lived experiences, just as she did. “I strive to encourage others to be heard,” she said. It’s a message rooted in experience and a belief in the impact of personal insight.
As a scholar, educator, and mentor, Hines brings a unique voice to the field of education, one shaped by persistence and perspective. She joins a growing community of alumni who are not only advancing their own careers but also creating space for others to thrive in higher education.
Her story reflects the deeper purpose of lifelong learning: to grow in knowledge and to use that growth to support others. Dr. Hines is doing exactly that, and her work is only just beginning.
