Biography
Kanisha Saunders is the Student Service Analyst (Experiential Learning) at Scottsdale Community College in the Office of Student Experience and Leadership.
Kanisha has been with SCC for two years, bringing 15 years of educational experience in empowering students, including nine years at Gateway Community College.She brings expertise in STEM student programs and building community partnerships as well. Her initial goal for the new role will be to engage students and faculty with experiential learning opportunities.
Academically, Kanisha attended South Mountain Community College before transferring to the University of Arizona to earn a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering. She has completed her master's degree in Curriculum Instruction and Design from the University of Phoenix. Kanisha later graduated from Grand Canyon University with an Educational Doctorate in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis on higher education. She loves to watch movies, attend outdoor festivals, and travel. Kanisha is an active volunteer and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (AKA) an international service organization.