Dr. Sharon M. McGavick
President
Dr. Sharon McGavick was named President of Lake Washington Technical College in December 2007. She has more than 30 years experience serving the community in education and politics. Born and raised in the Northwest, she has been a teacher at all levels of education and an administrator for several high schools and community colleges.
Before joining LWTC, Dr. McGavick was the President of Clover Park Technical College in Tacoma, Washington from 1997 to 2006. In the political arena, she was a member of the Tacoma City Council for 10 years and Deputy Mayor of Tacoma in 2002, where she was an outspoken advocate for economic development and the arts.
Dr. McGavick holds a doctorate in education from Oregon State University, as well as a master’s degree and a BS degree in education from Oregon State University. She has received many honors for leadership including:
- Pierce County Washington Association for Vocational Educators Distinguished Service Award - 2006
- President of the Community College President’s Association - 2004
- Woman of Influence Business Examiner Award - 2003
- Earl Norman Leadership Award in Community Colleges - 2001
Dr. Shirley Metcalf
Executive Vice President, Instructional Services
Shirley I. Metcalf has worked as a professional in education since 1975. She served as Dean of Instruction from 1987 to 1994 at Hawaii Community College, University of Hawaii, then continued at the College as Director of Continuing Education and Training. She left that position in 2002 to accept the position of Vice President of Instructional Services at Lake Washington Technical College.
In 2003 she was promoted to Executive Vice President of Instructional Services and currently oversees all college faculty, the deans offices, Extended Learning, and the college library. She holds a doctorate in Education with a focus on management which she received from Northern Illinois University in 1990. She has also received several awards and honors for her work in higher education. Shirley also keeps her passion for education alive by staying active in professional and community organizations.
Mr. Dennis Long
Vice President, Student Services
Dennis Long has served in Instruction and Student Services positions for over 25 years. Since 1998, he has been Vice President of Student Services at Lake Washington Technical College.
Prior to his administrative work at community colleges and universities, he served as a faculty member at community colleges and a private college.
He holds a MS in Education with a focus in Student Personnel Administration and a BS in Technical Education.
Mr. Charles H. McWilliams
Vice President, Administrative Services]
Charles McWilliams joined Lake Washington Technical College in 2002. He has served in similar positions over the past twelve years in community and technical colleges in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Prior to his career in higher education, he was Director of Finance in the Financial Services division of Aetna Life & Casualty in Hartford, CT. He currently oversees financial and budget services, information technology, buildings & grounds, personnel, and major capital projects.
Mr. McWilliams holds an AS from Mohawk Valley Community College, a BA from the State University of New York at Potsdam, and an MBA from the University of Hartford.
Dr. Raymond Nadolny
Vice President, Institutional Advancement
Dr. Raymond A. Nadolny is the Vice President for Institutional Advancement at Lake Washington Technical College. Dr. Nadolny is a native of Chicago and received a bachelor's degree from Benedictine University, an MTS from Mount Angel Seminary, and a Ph.D. in education from Oregon State University. Additionally, Dr. Nadolny holds a certification in Fundraising Management from Indiana University as well as a certificate in Higher Education Management from Oxford University.
Dr. Nadolny states: “For Institutional Advancement, we have a team of specialists representing marketing, resource development and small business opportunities. Our team tells the story and educates the community on how to invest in one of Washington State’s most valuable resources.”
