Tracy Nothnagel

She is a distinguished legal educator and academic leader with over two decades of experience in paralegal education, currently serving as Professor and Legal Studies Program Coordinator at Lansing Community College, where she leads program development and student success. She also serves as President Elect of the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE), having previously served as Director of the Central Region. Prior to her current role, she spent over 20 years at Eastern Michigan University as Adjunct Professor, Full-Time Lecturer, and Paralegal Program Director, and served as Paralegal Program Director at Baker College of Jackson. She holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. She is recognized as a passionate, dedicated, and visionary educator and leader who is deeply committed to advancing paralegal education, fostering professional development, and preparing the next generation of legal professionals.