Dr. Carina Hoffpauir
College Administrator
Hi, there! I’m Dr. Carina Hoffpauir, a college administrator proudly serving the California community college system.
I am a committed advocate for student success and equity in higher education, and I am passionate about creating learning environments where all students can thrive and reach their goals.
Experience
Dean of English, American River College (2023-Present)
Experienced in academic administration with expertise in course scheduling, enrollment management, faculty assignment, personnel leadership (hiring, supervision, evaluation), budget oversight, resource optimization, and operationalizing institutional equity initiatives.
Professor of English / WAC Program Coordinator, American River College (2016-2023)
Led writing center program strategy, team management, and operations, ensuring alignment with departmental and institutional objectives. Tenured professor with success in teaching diverse student populations, developing engaging curricula, and leading other faculty in shared governance and college service.
Assistant Professor of English / Interim Writing Center Director, Southwestern University (2008-2016)
Accomplished instructor with a strong record of teaching effectiveness and research in African-American, American, and ethnic literatures. Contributing faculty in Feminist Studies and Race & Ethnic Studies.
Education
Ph.D. and M.A. in English
University of California, Santa Barbara (2009, 2002)
Dissertation research focused on contemporary African-American literature and representations of enslavement. Additional specializations in ethnic literatures and American literature pre- and post-1865.
B.A. with Honors in English
University of Wyoming (2000)
Completed foundational coursework in English, Women’s Studies, and African American and Diaspora Studies. TRIO McNair Scholar and Phi Beta Kappa.
Skills
Equity-Focused Leadership
Dedicated to advancing equity by developing and implementing inclusive policies, practices, and initiatives that dismantle systemic barriers and foster belonging.
Inclusion and Collaboration
Experience cultivating teams, working collaboratively, and fostering trust and accountability.
Interests
Dual Enrollment
Passionate about contributing to dual enrollment initiatives that prepare students for college, support their career aspirations, and help close equity gaps in access to higher education.
Academic Support Services
Committed to developing and providing wraparound support services for students to bolster their success and completion of transfer-level English.
Community Involvement
Committed to community engagement, reflection upon local history and community narratives, and supporting civic initiatives.
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