Shanda L. Lewis obtained her undergraduate degree from Dillard University and her law degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law. Additionally, she earned her Master’s in Business Administration from the Executive MBA program at Millsaps College. During Shanda’s undergraduate years at Dillard University, she majored in English Education. Shanda was very active both on campus and off campus. Shanda was a writer for the school newspaper, The Courtboullion”, in student government, a member of the newly formed Pre-Alumni Council, and continued to be an Honors Scholar. Shanda also participated in local and state political affairs and community service which focused on area schools. Shanda was and continues to be involved in service through her lifetime commitment in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. which focuses on economic development, educational development, international awareness and involvement, political awareness and involvement, and physical and mental health.