Education
- Ph.D., University of Michigan, 2004
- M.Ed., University of Pennsylvania, 1997
- B.A., Wellesley College, 1992
Personal Statement
I am interested in issues of access, equity, and diversity in higher education. My research focuses on the academic achievement of low-income students and students of color in higher education, with a specific focus on understanding the educational contexts, levers, and practices that promote greater academic success for these students.
Research Interests
Access and equity in higher education; the attainment and achievement of students of color; the development and purpose of minority-serving institutions; developmental education; community college student success.
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