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Dr. Faye E. Patterson, Ed.D.

Faye is an Assistant Professor of Educational Administration and Supervision and Director of the School Administrator Certification Program, Leadership 21. She is the liaison between the University of Tennessee and beginning principals aspiring to obtain the Professional Administrator License (PAL). After receiving an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from University of Memphis and a Master of Arts Degree in School Administration and Supervision from Hampton University (Hampton Institute) in Hampton, VA, Dr. Patterson enjoyed a 25-year career in education. Her experiences included teaching in Texas, Virginia, and the Department of Defense Schools, Germany. She spent 19 years in administration in Prince William County Public Schools, Virginia, including 10 years as an Associate Superintendent. Dr. Patterson’s research interests include educational policies (e.g., accountability, discipline, and zero tolerance), mentoring new principals, and gender equity in preparation programs.

 

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Contact Information

Dr. Faye E. Patterson
Clinical Assistant Professor
Educational Administration
and Supervision

A322 Jane and David Bailey Education Complex
1126 Volunteer Boulevard
Knoxville, TN 37996-3442

Phone: 865-974-9183
Fax: 865-974-6146
fpatter1@utk.edu

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335 Claxton Complex 1122 Volunteer Boulevard
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996

Phone: 865-974-2201
Fax: 865-974-8718