Community College of Philadelphia Board of Trustees proudly promotes four faculty members

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 4, 2026

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Antwon R. Martin
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Three assistant professor faculty are being promoted to associate professor and one associate professor faculty is being promoted to professor

PHILADELPHIA — Community College of Philadelphia is proud to announce the promotion of four faculty members. The College’s Board of Trustees congratulated the newly promoted faculty members during the Board’s monthly meeting on Thursday, June 4.

At the meeting, CCP President Dr. Alycia Marshall expressed her gratitude for the newly promoted educators.

“It is a great honor to join the Board of Trustees in recognizing the exceptional achievements of our faculty and celebrating these well-deserved promotions,” Dr. Marshall said. “Time and again, CCP students have shared stories of the professors who inspired them, challenged them, and helped shape their futures. The impact of our faculty extends far beyond the classroom, transforming lives and strengthening our community. These four faculty members exemplify the very best of CCP through their excellence, leadership, and unwavering commitment to student success. It is with immense pride that I recommend them for this well-earned recognition.”

The faculty who received promotions are:

• Ashley Clark, Foundational Math – promoted from assistant professor to associate professor
• Dr. Calion Lockridge, Psychology – promoted from assistant professor to associate professor
• Dr. Massah Nuni, English – promoted from assistant professor to associate professor
• Dr. Kathleen Murphey, English – promoted from associate professor to full professor

“Each of the faculty members recognized at this month’s Board meeting go above and beyond, utilizing their distinct skills and passions to make classrooms that their students are excited to be part of,” said Harold T. Epps, chair of the CCP Board of Trustees. “On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we congratulate them!”

To qualify for promotions, faculty members excelled in the categories of:

• Teaching effectiveness, support for learning, and leadership
• Service to the students
• Contributions to the life of the College
• Service to the profession

As the only public, open-admission institution in Philadelphia, CCP fulfills the promise of higher education for all Philadelphians—whether they’re looking for a fresh start, a pivot, or accelerated momentum to keep moving forward.

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About Community College of Philadelphia 

Community College of Philadelphia is the largest public institution of higher education in the City of Philadelphia. With an open admissions policy, the College serves all who may benefit – regardless of age, income, or ability. For more than 60 years, the College has lived up to its mission and goals by providing educational access for over 750,000 Philadelphians, setting families, businesses and neighborhoods on the path of shared prosperity and opportunity. For information on the College's degree and certificate programs, workforce development strategies, and community engagement initiatives, visit ccp.edu and follow us on social media @CCPedu.