Provost
Office: Miller 141
Education
- Ed.D., Higher Education Leadership and Administration, Bethel University
- MA, English, University of St. Thomas
- B.S., English, Literature and Writing Concentrations, University of North Central
Professional Experience
- Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs, North Central University
- Dean, College of Arts and Sciences, North Central University
- Assistant Professor, English, North Central University
About
Desirée Libengood joined our faculty at North Central University in 2010. She attended North Central as a student, earning her bachelor’s degree in English literature and creative writing. She went on to earn her master’s degree in English and the University of St. Thomas. While there, she worked in the Center for Writing as a graduate mentor, and she also worked at Wellstone International High School for newcomer immigrant and refugee high school students.
Following this, she began teaching at Crown College and North Central University. She holds an Ed.D in higher education leadership and administration from Bethel University. She has done research on diversity in Christian higher education and has presented at a number of national conferences on this research.
Dr. Libengood has served as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs, providing oversight on HLC accreditation and institutional research in academics. She partners with faculty in serving our students well through continued improvement in academics. Currently, she is serving as Provost, overseeing all co-curricular areas, including Academics, Student Development, Spiritual Life, and Athletics. She partners with faculty and staff to serve our students well through continued improvement and strategic initiatives that enhance academic quality and innovation. Her commitment to fostering welcoming learning environments and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration has made a significant impact on North Central.
Desirée lives with her husband, Lance, and their five children in Minnetrista.