Equity-centered transformational change requires listening to unheard truths and saying the quiet part out loud.
Via my LLC, the EduOptimists, we can partner to do that important work together. So, how can I help?
makING good trouble, together
Whether you’re a college president or chancellor, trustee, philanthropist, nonprofit leader, researcher, policymaker, or activist, the work you do is strengthened when you have access to the latest evidence-based innovative thinking. I provide that and more, serving as your accomplice and partner in service of your work to support #RealCollege students. My services include:
- Speaking (check out testimonials to my wide-ranging experiences)
- Strategic advising on basic needs supports, approaches to student success, financial aid, etc.
- Supporting change agents, including college presidents and trustees
- Training and workshops for higher ed and community professionals
- Research and evaluation
recent partners
Recent projects
- Devised a data and storytelling strategy to advance basic need supports for students
- Identified cost-effective affordable housing options for local community college and university students
- Supported the deployment of a statewide basic needs survey
- Advised on the development of a research/practice partnership
- Strategized on legislation to make community college tuition-free
- Crafted evaluation plans for student support programs
- Ideated with a nonprofit expanding health and housing supports to students
- Collaborated with student activists by providing strategy and tools