Team Fundraising Page of Leondra Gully

Leondra Gully is a higher education leader whose work has expanded access, strengthened engagement, and elevated student success across the University of Louisville. With more than 15 years of experience in higher education, she leads with a servant leadership philosophy, centering students in every decision and intentionally cultivating spaces where all students can thrive and feel that they belong. In her role as Interim Assistant Vice President for the Office of Access & Engagement, Leondra supports programs that open doors and transform futures. Under her leadership, programs and initiatives including the Woodford R. Porter Scholarship, LSAMP, and the Center for Belonging, Access & Engagement (BAE) coaching program have provided mentoring, leadership development, goal setting, and meaningful engagement opportunities. These programs help students not only persist but also grow in confidence, clarity, and purpose as they prepare for life beyond their undergraduate experience, professional careers, and lives of service. Beyond her administrative role, Leondra remains closely connected with students. She serves as an advisor to several student organizations and sounding boards for many others, mentoring leaders and supporting initiatives that build community and belonging across campus. Students know her not only as a member of the Center for Belonging, Access & Engagement (BAE), but as a trusted advocate and mentor. Leondra received a B.A. in Psychology and an M.Ed. in College Student Personnel both from the University of Louisville. She’s currently pursuing a Ph.D. in College Student Personnel from the University of Louisville.