Karen Kraker, Associate Vice President of Student Services at Claremont Lincoln University, brings over sixteen years of experience in higher education, where she has cultivated a diverse set of skills aimed at supporting students throughout their academic journeys. Having earned both a BS in Business and an MA in Management while balancing the demands of being a working professional, Karen is uniquely positioned to understand the challenges faced by adult learners.
In her role, she prioritizes providing compassionate and respectful support to students, while also maintaining the academic standards and policies of the university. Karen is committed to serving traditionally underserved student populations, recognizing the importance of offering clear, transparent information and solution-oriented options to empower students to make informed decisions about their education.
Driven by her passion for service, Karen fosters collaboration across institutional departments, breaking down silos, enhancing knowledge-sharing, and promoting analytical decision-making in support of students and their experiences at Claremont Lincoln University.