Duke Leadership Academy Scholars Profile

Pamela Hanson

Title: Assistant Dean for Alumni Affairs
Location:
Senior Management Area: Pratt School of Engineering
Class Year: 2025

Bio:
Pamela S. Hanson is the Assistant Dean for Alumni Affairs at the Pratt School of Engineering. She began her career at Duke in 1994 and has held various roles, including Director of the Engineering Annual Fund, Director of Advancement Services, Special Events Coordinator, and Coordinator for Young Alumni. With nearly three decades dedicated to Pratt's Office of Development and Alumni Relations, Pam has built meaningful connections with alumni and students. She earned a degree in Business Administration and received the Duke Engineering Alumni Association's Distinguished Service Award in 2023 for her exceptional dedication and lasting impact on the Pratt and Duke communities. Pam credits her success to the incredible colleagues and mentors who have made her work a true joy.