East Hartford, CT – The Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering (CASE) is pleased to announce that Kerry Shea has joined the organization as Assistant Director. Shea comes to CASE after earning her master’s degree from the University of Chicago.

Shea has held various positions during her studies that complement her education. She has experience providing customer service and managing relationships. In addition, she managed the graduate admissions process and handled sensitive information.

At CASE, Shea will primarily manage membership responsibilities for the 440+-member organization. She will coordinate Academy communications and serve as staff liaison for the ten technical boards. She will also support CASE’s Governing Council, including the executive, membership, nominating, and broadening participation, equity, and inclusion committees.

CASE Executive Director Jeff Orszak said, “I look forward to Kerry joining my team. She will enhance our member operations and help us better respond to the needs of Connecticut.”

An Illinois native, Shea holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science from Virginia Tech and a Master of Arts from the University of Chicago.