Chatman reappointed to Michigan Public School Employees’ Retirement System Board

Henry Ford College (HFC) Dean of the School of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development (BEPD) Dr. Patricia Chatman has been reappointed to a second term on the Michigan Public School Employees' Retirement System Board (MPSERS).

Chatman, a resident of Clinton Township, is one of four appointees. She has been reappointed to represent community college administrators and trustees for a term that runs through March 30, 2028.

MPSERS is responsible for the general oversight of retirement, survivor, and disability benefits to employees in public school districts, intermediate school districts, community colleges, and certain universities.

"It is an honor to continue to serve in this capacity, representing the community colleges in Michigan," said Chatman. "I look forward to continuing to have a positive impact and providing oversight of the Michigan Public School Employees' Retirement System."

A graduate of Pontiac Central High School, Chatman earned her bachelor's degree in human resource development with a specialization in training and development from Oakland University, a Master's degree in public policy and administration from Central Michigan University and a doctorate in public policy and administration from Walden University.

Chatman joined HFC in 2015 as the Director of Workforce and Professional Development. She was appointed the inaugural dean of BEPD in 2017 and she also teaches at Henry Ford College.

— MediaNews Group staff