At PCCUA, we believe in empowering our staff through continuous learning and growth. Our development programs are designed to strengthen the skills thatsupport student success and institutional excellence. Whether you're enhancing your current role or preparing for new opportunities, you'll find resources that promote collaboration, innovation, and personal fulfillment—helping you make a lasting impact across our campus community.
About Us
About CEED – Center for Excellence in Educational Development. At CEED, we are dedicated to cultivating a thriving educational environment where teaching excellence, student achievement, and workforce readiness grow hand in hand.
Meet the Team:
Meet the Team:
- Dr. Kim Kirby, Director
- kkirby@pccua.edu
- Joe St. Columbia, Jr., Dean of Workforce
- jscolumbia@pccua.edu
- Faculty Senate Representative
CEED Mission & Vision
Mission:
CEED promotes excellence in teaching, learning, and workforce development by offering high-impact professional development opportunities for educators, staff, and students. We empower individuals across campus and beyond to elevate instructional quality, strengthen leadership, and foster student and career success.Vision:
We envision a campus culture where effective teaching is not only practiced but celebrated—where every learner, regardless of background or path, feels supported, inspired, and equipped to succeed in both academic and professional arenas. Whether in the classroom or the workplace, we believe in unlocking potential and nurturing growth.
Our Approach
At the heart of CEED is a belief in shared learning. Like a well-tended garden,our work flourishes through collaboration, reflection, and continuous improvement. We bring together faculty, staff, and students to exchange ideas, explore innovative practices, and build a vibrant learning community. Our programs span academic instruction, student engagement, and workforce training—ensuring that every member of our community is prepared to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
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