April Tidwell

An experienced academic administrator, April Tidwell supports the Dean across a host of matters. April manages the Dean’s calendar and ensures that the Dean’s time is maximized across her many priorities.

A West Philadelphia native, April has worked in school administration since 2004. Her first role was supporting the exceptional team at St. Francis de Sales School, her own alma mater. In that role, she developed systems and procedures in support of the mission-driven work of the School. In 2014, April joined Penn Carey Law in the Dean’s Office, bringing her acumen and positivity to the Dean’s team. In 2023, April was named Executive Assistant to the Dean. In this role, she works closely with the Chief of Staff and the Dean’s Office Manager to ensure that Penn Carey Law’s reputation as a collegial and well-administered institution is visible to all who seek the support of the Dean’s Office.