A Message from the MOLLI Director
Greetings! My name is Dr. Shinta Hernandez, and I am the MOLLI Director. I am also the Dean of MC Online and Academic Support at Montgomery College in Maryland. Thank you for choosing to participate in the MOLLI RP in Annapolis this summer.
A little about me—I participated in the MOLLI RP during the summer of 2019 and have been a part of MOLLI ever since. I have been in higher education for over 18 years and have helped to advance work in online education, open education, social justice, equity and inclusion, professional development, and policy and planning. I am a firm believer of continuous improvement, so I am a regular participant of leadership development programs, such as the MOLLI RP and Leadership Montgomery.
You have chosen the right time to participate in the MOLLI RP. As online education becomes central to higher education, the need for skilled, strategic, and equity-minded leaders is more critical than ever. That is where the RP steps in. The program is at the forefront of addressing this need, offering a unique, high-impact professional development experience for those poised to lead in this dynamic space.
As you may know, online education is not merely a change in course modality—it demands new strategies for engagement, equity, curriculum design, student support, and institutional alignment. Leading in this space means understanding technology, pedagogy policy, and collaboration in an unimaginable way.
The MOLLI RP stands out because it dives deep into the unique challenges and opportunities presented by online learning. It recognizes that the leaders of today and tomorrow must be equipped, not just to manage digital transformation, but to innovate and inspire within it. This program is a holistic, experiential, collaborative, and cohort-based residential program located in historic Annapolis, Maryland, designed specifically for professionals in higher education. Participants engage in a transformative journey that blends virtual learning with a residential component, immersive discussions, applied high-impact projects, and mentoring relationships.
Online education is not just the future—it is the present. The MOLLI RP plays a critical role in preparing the leaders who will shape its future. For those committed to transforming education through technology and the virtual environment, the MOLLI RP is not just a program—it’s a catalyst for change.
I look forward to engaging with you in all components of the MOLLI RP!