Expertise:
Institutional research; strategic planning; fundraising; program development
Education Degrees:
Master of Public Health, University of Hawaii; Bachelor's Degree in Health and Nutrition, Walla Walla University
Affiliations Awards:
American Association of Community Colleges
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms. Roberts' passion for developing higher education for Native American students and putting forth the college's mission for the tribal communities to become self-governing separates her from her peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Roberts' greatest career achievement is sustaining her position as an executive for the past 21 years, 10 of which she has served as vice president.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Ms. Roberts hopes to be remembered for always having the vision for higher education; she aspires to leave a legacy for the developing Native American Leadership and Executive Leadership programs.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
If she could have lunch with anyone, Ms. Roberts would choose to dine with President Barack Obama.
Number Of Years In Profession:
24
Number Of Years In Current Position:
24
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her desire to make a difference in the lives of others.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Roberts hopes to transition the college from a two-year to a four-year institution. She contributed to the school's capability of student housing and child care, which is now available at the institution. There are five extended campus sites in the state-accredited college.