Dr. Margaret Hollins is a higher education administrator and curriculum development specialist with over 20 years of experience in academic policy, student success programs, and institutional accreditation. Based in Boston, she has served as a dean of academic affairs at a New England liberal arts college and has consulted for universities undergoing program review and accreditation renewal. Dr. Hollins holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Boston College and a master's degree in Curriculum Design from Harvard University's Graduate School of Education. Her research interests include first-generation college student retention and competency-based education. She frequently contributes to higher education forums, sharing insights on choosing college programs, navigating academic challenges, and planning educational pathways.