Biography - Carol Zavarella

Carol Zavarella was born and raised in Buffalo, New York. She lived there until 1986 when she moved to Tampa, Florida. She graduated from the University of Tampa in 1994 with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. In 2001, she began graduate studies at the University of South Florida and earned a Master’s degree in Mathematics. She continued her studies and earned a PhD in Higher Education Administration in 2008. Dr. Zavarella is currently a full-time faculty member and Program Manager for the math department at Hillsborough Community College. She has two grown children and lives in the Channelside District in Tampa, Florida. She enjoys reading, outdoor activities, is an avid runner, and enjoys traveling. She is always interested in learning new skills and is currently taking Salsa lessons