President

Dr. Valentine assumed the presidency of Lamar Institute of Technology in August 2022. Prior to LIT, he served as chief academic and student services officer at South Florida State College, providing leadership across transfer programs, workforce education, and adult career training. His extensive experience includes academic administration, workforce development strategy, and institutional leadership.

Dr. Valentine earned his doctoral degree and Master of Science degree in computer engineering from the University of South Carolina in Columbia, S.C., and his Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from the WVU Institute of Technology in Montgomery, W.V.

Provost/Vice President of Instruction

Dr. Angela Hill, Provost and Vice President for Instruction, has been with Lamar Institute of Technology since 2009. She has nearly two decades of K-12 and higher education expertise.

Dr. Hill has leadership experience in student services, academic affairs, online learning, and faculty and staff development. She has held positions such as Computer Information Systems Instructor, Executive Director for Teaching and Learning Center, Faculty Liaison, Dean of Student Success and Associate Vice President for Student and Academic Success.

Dr. Hill earned her Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Hampton University and a Master of Education in Educational Administration from Prairie View A&M University. In addition, she earned two bachelor’s degrees from Lamar University: a B.B.A., Management Information Systems and a B.B.A.

Vice President of Finance and Operations/Chief Financial Officer

Jason Baldwin, Vice President for Finance and Operations/Chief Financial Officer, for Lamar Institute of Technology, Lamar State College Port Arthur and Lamar State College Orange was appointed in July 2026. He previously served as Senior Associate Vice President for Financial Services at Lamar University, where he provided leadership and oversight for key financial operations and helped guide initiatives focused on long-term financial sustainability, process improvement regulatory compliance, internal controls and operational resiliency.

Baldwin holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Liberty University.

Associate Vice President of Student Services

Ms. Morales has nine years of experience in higher education and is a strong student advocate focused on removing barriers to student success. Her work has included leadership roles in TRiO, HSI-STEM, and quality enhancement initiatives supporting student achievement and support systems.

Ms. Morales holds a Master of Business Administration in Business Administration from California Southern University, a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from Hodge University, and an Associate of Arts Degree from South Florida State College.

Associate Vice President of Accreditation and Strategic Initiatives

Mr. Mason joined LIT in 2007 and combines academic instruction with administrative leadership. His experience includes both academic instruction and adult continuing education. He has leadership experience in the LIT Regional Police Academy and as an academic department chair.

He has held positions as a Criminal Justice instructor, Assistant Director of the LIT Regional Police Academy, Public Service and Safety Department Chair, and Dean of Instruction.

He earned both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Lamar University. His expertise strengthens institutional accreditation and strategic planning efforts.

Chief of Staff

Dr. Clark provides executive leadership and strategic coordination for the Office of the President. Since joining LIT in 2019, she has strengthened operational systems, enhanced cross-departmental collaboration, and advanced presidential initiatives.

Dr. Clark holds a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership from Sam Houston State University, a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from the University of North Texas, and a Bachelor of Science in General Studies from Lamar University.

Director of Communications and Marketing

Hannah LeTulle has served as Director of Communications and Marketing at Lamar Institute of Technology since January 2023. Prior to joining LIT, she developed a strong background in K–12 public relations and communications. LeTulle attained both a Bachelor of Science in Communication and a Master of Science in Strategic Communication from Lamar University. She is actively involved in the Southeast Texas community through Nutrition Services for Seniors Meals on Wheels, the Rotary Club of Beaumont, the Enterprise Empty Stocking Fund and the Press Club of Southeast Texas.