Kehinde Moses Ige, Ph.D.

Faculty & Associate Director for Student Engagement

Northeastern Illinois University

Kehinde Moses Ige, Ph.D, is a Political Scientist and student-engagement leader whose teaching and scholarship bridge Comparative Public Administration, Political Science, Public Policy, and Judaic-Christian Studies, with a particular interest in African perspectives and experiences.

As Associate Director for Student Engagement at Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU), Dr. Ige creates meaningful opportunities for students to connect, lead, grow, and thrive. Through community-building, cultural programming, leadership development, and connections to campus resources, he fosters an environment where students can celebrate their identities, build lasting relationships, and cultivate a strong sense of belonging.

His work is grounded in a simple commitment: creating spaces where students feel seen, supported, empowered, and prepared to lead.