DAWN Visionary Shares Her Story
In this inspiring session, Dr. Justina Thomas, Executive Vice President at Delaware Technical Community College, reflects on her nearly three-decade journey from full-time instructor to senior executive—sharing the pivotal moments, relationships, and mindset shifts that shaped her path. For women at every stage of their careers, Dr. Thomas's story is a powerful reminder that transformative leadership does not always require a new destination. Attendees will leave encouraged to own their leadership narrative, embrace strategic opportunities, and lead with intention and authenticity—in the true spirit of DAWN's mission to advance and celebrate women who dare to lead boldly and lift others as they rise.
About the Presenter
Dr. Justina Thomas serves as the executive vice president at Delaware Technical Community College. Previously, she served as the vice president for academic affairs at the College, providing collegewide oversight for instruction, student affairs, and workforce development and community education. She continues to serve as the College’s representative on several education, government, and community boards, such as the Vision Coalition of Delaware Leadership Team, the P-20 Council, and the Delaware Workforce Development Board. Dr. Thomas began her career at Delaware Tech in 1997 and served as a full-time instructor, instructional coordinator, department chair, and principal investigator and project director for two of the College’s U.S. Department of Labor grants. She is a graduate of the College’s 2006 Leadership Development Program and recipient of the College’s Excellence in Student Success Award and Excellence in Teaching Award. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and Secondary Education from Salisbury University, a Master of Instruction from the University of Delaware, and a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership from Wilmington University.
