Board Members

Letter from the President

I am honored to serve as president of this dynamic and inspiring region during such an exciting time of growth and transformation. As we navigate these unprecedented times, NCBAA-NE remains steadfast in our commitment to highlighting and addressing the critical issues facing Black students and professionals in higher education. Together, we work tirelessly to ensure our voices are heard and our concerns are addressed in the creation of policies that impact our professional goals and our students’ success.

Our Northeast Region encompasses 12 states and two U.S. territories: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, Vermont, and the Virgin Islands.

This is a pivotal moment for our country, and one thing the past year has taught us is that the work of NCBAA is more essential than ever. We invite you to join us in our mission to improve outcomes for Black students, faculty, staff, and administrators. As a member of the NCBAA-NE, you will have the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally, networking with some of the most brilliant and influential individuals in higher education.

Stay connected with NCBAA-NE by exploring our website, engaging with us on LinkedIn, sharing your thoughts and questions via email, or connecting with us directly. If you have any noteworthy higher education news you would like to share, please reach out to us.

We look forward to your active participation and contribution to our community.

Sincerely,

Dr. LaVon Williams
President, NCBAA-NE

Board Members

Dr. LaVon Williams, President National Board Representative
2023-2025 | Union College of Union County New Jersey
Dr. Leslie Jackson, Secretary
2024-2026 | Baltimore City Community College
Ms. Mary Coleman, Treasurer National Board Representative
2023-2025 | Stella and Charles Guttman Community College
Dr. Rhonda Spells Fentry, Treasurer National Board Representative
2023-2025 | Prince George’s Community College
Dr. Rachel Daniel, VP Membership & President, Bay State Chapter of NCBAA National Board Representative
2024-2026 | Massasoit Community College
Dr. Johari Barnes, VP Organizational Vitality National Board Representative
2024-2026 | Community College of Baltimore County
Dr. Derrick Little, Co-VP for Programs
2023-2025 | Community College of Baltimore County | Director, Veterans and Military Services
Mr. David A. Taylor, Co-VP Programs
2023-2025 | Bronx Community College | Assistant Vice President, Campus Operations
Vacant, VP Public Relations
Dr. Kellie Byrd Danso, Past President
2023-2025 | Central Connecticut State University | Vice President for Student Affairs
Dr. G. Duncan Harris, Board Member National Board Representative
CT State Community College Capital | Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Carolyn H. Anderson, Board Member National Board At-Large Representative
Morgan State University | Lecturer, CCLDP Program
Dr. Sharale W. Mathis, Board Member
Holyoke Community College | Vice President, Academic and Student Affairs
Dr. Calvin E. Woodland, Board Member
Morgan State University | Lecturer, CCLDP Program