Expertise
I’m an Educational Researcher with over 13 years of experience leading high-impact research focused on improving college access, persistence, and success—especially for students furthest from opportunity. My work bridges research, policy, and practice, with a strong emphasis on equity, evidence-based decision-making, and systems-level change.
Throughout my career, I’ve successfully directed multiple federally funded projects, secured over $15 million in competitive grant funding, and built lasting partnerships across education, nonprofit, and research sectors. I’m passionate about mentoring early-career researchers and fostering collaborative, interdisciplinary teams that translate complex data into actionable insights.
Whether I’m writing grants, leading research-practice partnerships, or presenting findings to diverse audiences, I’m driven by a commitment to making education more inclusive, effective, and equitable.
