Overview
Andrea Gartman brings more than 15 years of experience in academic advising, admissions, and student development. As the director of academic advising for the College of Engineering at Wichita State University, she leads the professional academic advising team to help strengthen students' experience and overall success. Andrea is passionate about fostering inclusive learning environments and building collaborative relationships across academic and student service units.
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Andrea's academic interests lie in educational leadership, student engagement, and psychological development, supported by her Master of Science in General Psychology and extensive teaching experience in General Psychology and Personal Development courses.
- Exemplary Leader in Engineering Award, College of Engineering, Wichita State University
- Emerging Leaders, Wichita Business Journal
Andrea has served in multiple leadership and committee roles, including chair of the College of Engineering Exceptions Committee and co-chair of the Strategic Planning Committee. She is also an experienced adjunct professor and has contributed to online learning innovation through the Hybrid Learning Consortium. Her technical proficiency includes Banner ERP systems, Canvas LMS, and Microsoft Office Suite. Andrea is known for her servant leadership style, strong interpersonal skills, and commitment to student success.