Waynesburg U. names director of graduate programs
WAYNESBURG – Dr. Helen McCracken recently joined Waynesburg University as the director of Graduate Programs in Education. McCracken will coordinate aspects of the graduate education programs including oversight of all degree, certification, endorsement and advanced studies programs, as well as student recruitment, retention and advising.
“We are privileged to make Dr. McCracken a part of our team,” said Dr. Jacquelyn Core, vice president for academic affairs and provost of Waynesburg University. “She brings with her a wealth of experience, allowing us to take our graduate education program to new levels.”
McCracken brings to Waynesburg University an impressive background as well as an enthusiasm for Christian higher education. She has extensive experience in secondary K-12 education, serving a number of years in Canon-McMillan School District, most recently as its superintendent.
She also worked as an assistant professor at California University of Pennsylvania in its department of secondary education and administrative leadership, both instructing and developing programs.
She holds a doctorate degree from the University of Pittsburgh, a master’s degree in business administration from Robert Morris University and a master’s degree in education from California University of Pennsylvania.