Valarie Kite has extensive experience in higher education, currently serving as the Executive Director of Assessment and Curriculum at the Savannah College of Art and Design since August 2014, where responsibilities include managing curriculum development across multiple locations, collaborating with faculty and industry professionals, and overseeing programmatic outcomes assessment. Previous roles include Senior Director and Director of Assessment, where Valarie facilitated student learning outcome assessments and adherence to accrediting body requirements. Prior to SCAD, Valarie worked as a Research Coordinator at Pitt Community College, a Research & Assessment Specialist at Craven Community College, and held various administrative roles. Valarie earned a Master's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from the University of North Carolina Wilmington and holds a Bachelor's degree in Film/Cinema/Video Studies from the same institution.