Gail Mellow

Dr. Gail O. Mellow is President of LaGuardia Community College in New York City, one of the most ethnically diverse campuses in the United States. LaGuardia is a two-year public college, serving more than 50,000 students from 160 countries. Their students pursue baccalaureate education at over twice the national average and is a leader in using e-portfolios for teaching and assessment.

During her eight-year tenure, the college has won numerous awards and achievements Dr. Mellow spearheads local economic development with LaGuardia's Small Business Development Center, and NY Designs, a business incubator for design professionals.

Dr. Mellow is the co-author of three books and more than 30 articles. Her third book, Minding the Dream: The American Community College, was published in 2008. She received an A. A. from Jamestown Community College, a B.A. from SUNY Albany, and her M.A. and Ph.D. from The George Washington University.