Kenzie Karpinski

Biography

Kenzie joined Owen’s Academic and Student Affairs team in 2022 as the Program Manager of Student Life, later advancing to Assistant Director of Academic Affairs in 2024. She’s dedicated to empowering students to thrive academically and personally. In her role, provides academic advising and support, oversees the Owen Exchange Program, and creates impactful programming for the Dean’s Scholars.

She holds a B.S. in Journalism and Electronic Media from the University of Tennessee and a Master’s in Student Affairs from Clemson University. Outside of the office, Kenzie enjoys being an avid home chef, attending concerts, and staying active. Most of all, she loves spending quality time with her husband and their two dogs, Iris and Frankie.

Education

B.S., Communication, Journalism and Electronic Media, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 2019

M.Ed., Counselor Education, Student Affairs, Clemson University, 2021