Staff

Scott Bishop joined the OLLI staff as Director in 2019. She spent the previous 15 years at Auburn University’s Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art where she developed academic and public programs and facilitated campus and community partnership. She has also taught as an adjunct in Auburn University’s Departments of English and Art and Art History. She earned a BA (Philosophy, ‘83) and MA (English ‘88) from Auburn University, and she studied Art History at the graduate level at Emory University.

Danell LaPread was employed for 20 years by a local manufacturer where her work was principally in the field of human resources. She joined the Office of Professional and Continuing Education in 2002, and provides support with Road Scholar, OLLI@AUBURN, and Community Course programs. Danell also works with registrations and graphic publication.

Tenisha King is the OLLI Program Administrator responsible for developing curriculum and overseeing day-to-day operations. She is the former Director of Philanthropy & Engagement for Boys & Girls Clubs of East Alabama where she specialized in operational management, resource development, and community engagement. Prior to her work with Boys & Girls Clubs, she worked in mental health programs both at East Alabama Mental Health and in her hometown of Chicago, IL. Mrs. King earned her BS (Psychology ‘02) and her MS (Applied Social Science ‘03) from Florida A&M University. She has also completed all her coursework toward a PhD in Human Service Administration and is a Certified Mental Health First Aide Instructor.