Heather Wylie

I have had the privilege of serving the students of Shasta College since 2006, first as a sociology professor and now as the Dean of Science, Language Arts, and Mathematics (SLAM). A lifelong North State resident, I grew up in the Redding area and graduated from Central Valley High School before earning bachelor's degrees in Cultural Anthropology and Women's Studies from UC Santa Barbara. After serving as an AmeriCorps member working with youth on probation, I pursued graduate studies in Sociology at UC Davis.

As dean, I am committed to fostering an engaging, innovative, and student-centered learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed. I value collaboration with our outstanding faculty and classified professionals to strengthen teaching, expand student support, and prepare graduates for transfer, careers, and lifelong learning. I believe higher education has the power to transform lives, and I am proud to support programs that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful connections to our community and the world beyond.