Dr. Renee’ Dauer serves as the Director of Union University’s Hendersonville campus, Chair of the Adult and Professional Studies program, and is an Associate Professor in Organizational Leadership. Renee’ joined Union in May, 2010, when the Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership program was launched in Hendersonville. Renee’s passion to serve and inspire others called her to teaching over 25 years ago. In addition to Union University, she has taught at Volunteer State Community College and Western Kentucky University. Her professional experience also includes work in training and development, public relations and marketing for companies such as Dollar General Corporation, J.C. Bradford & Company, and The Visibility Company. Renee’ works with employers in the community to facilitate partnerships to provide an educated and skilled workforce. She is an advocate for adults to earn college credit through prior learning from work and volunteer experiences. In 2013, Renee’ was chosen by the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) to receive the Learning Counts Ambassador award in San Diego, California. In 2019, Renee’ was the recipient of a Women Impacting the Community award in Education by the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce. Renee’ is also an active member of the community. She serves on the Chamber Foundation Board and is the Chair Elect for the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce. Renee’ and her husband, Brett, have lived in Hendersonville for over 25 years, and they are members of the Hendersonville First United Methodist Church. As a native Kentuckian, Renee’ is an enthusiastic fan of the Kentucky Wildcats. As Director of Union University’s Hendersonville Campus, she is supporting Living Sent Ministries as a Founder’s Club Member for the next three years.

Company: Union University

Tel: 615-457-2501 (office)

Email: rdauer@uu.edu

Website: http://www.uu.edu/Hendersonville/