Michele Lucia

Academic Coordinator
Richard W. Riley College of Education and Human Sciences
M.S. Higher Education

Michele Lucia is the Academic Program Coordinator for the BS Early Childhood Studies program in The College of Interdisciplinary Studies at Walden University. Dr. Lucia holds degrees from Cornell University and Vanderbilt University, and has a diverse and rich professional background that includes time spent as a childcare center director, educational consultant, Montessori teacher, and children’s photographer. She has taught students of all ages, both in person and online, and published and presented on a number of topics related to early childhood education. Dr. Lucia joined Walden University in 2008, and has worked as a contributing faculty member and faculty lead, participated in the development of courses and improvement of several programs, and served as an active member of various university committees.

Education

EdD, Peabody College of Vanderbilt University

MEd, Peabody College of Vanderbilt University

BA, Cornell University