Dean of Math, Science, and Engineering, Elgin Community College

Farah Bennani, Ph.D. is a distinguished academic leader and the current Dean of Math, Science, and Engineering at Elgin Community College, where she brings over twenty-three years of expertise in STEM education, leadership, and innovative instructional practices. Her career is marked by significant contributions to both traditional and online STEM education, underscoring her commitment to the inclusion and the rightful presence of underprepared and underserved students and advancing educational opportunities in the STEM fields.

As a recognized thought leader, Dr. Bennani regularly presents at national and international conferences and has published extensively on topics including emerging technologies, augmented and virtual reality, adaptive learning, game-based learning, and the global impact of AI in education. Her scholarly work is not only influential in academic circles but also has practical implications for educators and institutions striving to integrate cutting-edge technologies into their curricula.

Originally from Nashville, TN, Chelsy holds a B.A. in French from Agnes Scott College, a M.Ed. from Wilmington University, and an Ed.D. from the University of Memphis in Instructional Design and Technology.