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Andrea Bowens-Jones
Dr. Andrea Bowens-Jones is a former Procter & Gamble (P&G) R&D Section Head. She has managed multi–discipline teams of scientists and engineers to drive technology, formulation, and process development for
Brad McLain, Ph.D.
Dr. Brad McLain is a social scientist interested in the nature and psychology of identity development, learning, and leadership. He is the Director of the Center for STEM Learning at
Bridget Quinn
Bridget is passionate about STEM education and creating powerful youth development opportunities. Bridget holds a Master of Science degree and began her career as a Field Scientist, working on monitoring,
Catherine Ashcraft, Ph.D.
Catherine Ashcraft is a Senior Research Scientist with NCWIT at the University of Colorado Boulder. Her research focuses on issues related to gender, diversity, and technology; organizational change and curriculum
Christopher Lynnly Hovey, Ph.D.
Dr. Christopher Lynnly Hovey is a research scientist faculty member in NCWIT at the University of Colorado Boulder. Over the last two decades, Dr. Hovey has served in multiple roles,
Dua Chaker
Dua Chaker is a Senior Project Engineer at Teach Engineering- a free online collective of K-12 STEM resources – within NCWIT at the University of Colorado Boulder. Dua graduated summa
Edie Cheng
Edie Cheng is Director of Programs at NCWIT. She leads the Aspirations in Computing team including the AiC Community, Regional Affiliates and Award Recognitions program. With a background in management
Ellen Sukovich Parrish
Ellen Sukovich Parrish is a Project Scientist and Curriculum Specialist for Teach Engineering. Ellen uses her scientific training and background to help authors develop high-quality, hands-on K-12 STEM resources. Prior
Hahau Yisrael
Hahau Yisrael is a Graphic Design Consultant at NCWIT. As a member of the communications team Hahau contributes to brand development, resource design and marketing. He utilizes over 10 years
J.W.
J.W. is the National Center for Women & Information Technology’s Office and Logistics Coordinator. They come from a background in operations, tour management, and the arts. Their primary work is
Jamie Huber Ward, Ph.D.
Jamie Huber Ward is a social scientist and Associate Director of Higher Ed for NCWIT at the University of Colorado Boulder. Her research focuses on issues related to organizational change
Jane Mason
Jane Mason is the C4C curriculum coordinator and a Course Developer at the University of Oklahoma where she works with online master’s programs. Jane received her Master’s in Instructional Systems
Jen Kracha
Jennifer (Jen) Kracha is a Project Engineer with Teach Engineering Digital Library – a free online collective of K-12 STEM resources – within NCWIT at the University of Colorado Boulder.
Joanne Esch, Ph.D.
Dr. Esch is a faculty research associate at NCWIT and the College of Engineering & Applied Science at the University of Colorado Boulder. At NCWIT, she develops resources to support
Kate L. Pickle
Serving as the organization’s Senior Technology and Program Consultant, Kate has managed their AspireIT program, and currently works across departments to support technology SaaS needs and project manages the organization’s
Kelsey Kman
Kelsey Kman currently serves as the Program Coordinator for NCWIT Counselors for Computing. Kelsey has been a consultant in PA since 2018 and is passionate about engaging diverse interests in
Kiersten Ferguson, Ph.D.
S. Kiersten Ferguson is a faculty research associate at NCWIT and the College of Engineering & Applied Science at the University of Colorado Boulder. Her scholarly and teaching interests include
Lauren Jones
Lauren Crow Jones is the CFO and COO for NCWIT, a position in which she performs accounting functions for both the non-profit and University of Colorado sides of NCWIT’s finances.
Lauren Tomkinson
As the Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Community Program Manager, Lauren is responsible for program strategy and implementation. She manages stewardship and reporting for a community of over 22,000 women, genderqueer,
Lauren Von Roenn
Lauren Von Roenn is the National Center for Women & Information Technology’s Operations Director. She directs the NCWIT Operations Team to prioritize programmatic objectives, provides strategic guidance to programs, and
Lecia Barker, Ph.D.
Lecia Barker is an NCWIT Senior Research Scientist and is an Associate Professor of Information Science at the University of Colorado at Boulder. In this role, she helps to build
Lucy Sanders
Lucy Sanders is Executive in Residence and NCWIT Co-Founder in the Center for Technology Workforce Innovation at the University of Colorado. She continues to participate actively in NCWIT directions (including
Lyn Swackhamer, Ph.D.
Lyn Swackhamer is the Director of Aspirations Evaluation and a Co-PI on the Teach Engineering NSF grant at NCWIT which is housed at the University of Colorado Boulder. Her research
Melissa Cameron
Melissa currently serves as NCWIT’s Solutions Architect and is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the organization’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database, SuiteCRM, by ensuring that all data remains consistent
Paula Stern
A former chairwoman of the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and distinguished scholar, The Honorable Paula Stern founded The Stern Group, Inc. in 1988 and leads its practice, serving national
Sarah Blithe, Ph.D.
Dr. Sarah Blithe is a Research Scientist with the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) at the University of Colorado Boulder. Her research is in in organizational communication,
Sarayu Sundar, Ph.D.
Dr. Sarayu Sundar serves as a Higher Education Research Associate with NCWIT at the University of Colorado Boulder. In this role, Dr. Sundar focuses on leveraging quantitative and qualitative data
Sharmaine Jackson, Ph.D., JD
Sharmaine Jackson is a social scientist and lawyer who serves as the Strategic Engagement Director for the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT). With more than 15 years
Sherri L. Sanders, Ph.D.
Sherri Sanders serves as the Senior Director of External Partnerships and a Senior Research Associate at the University of Colorado Boulder. As senior director of external partnerships, Dr. Sanders collaborates
Stephanie Weber
As NCWIT’s Assistant Director of Programs, Stephanie leads the efforts of multiple NCWIT program teams and works with many partners to create collaborative programs in order to broaden participation in
Susahnn Valente
Susahnn Valente is the Recognitions Program Manager for Aspirations in Computing (AiC). As a nonprofit professional for over ten years, Susahnn is thrilled to highlight and support aspiring technologists through
Susie Park-Kelly
As a Regional Affiliate Manager for the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Award, Susie supports both the Aspirations staff and volunteer affiliate teams in recognizing young women and their educators. Prior
Tanner Bergamo
Tanner Bergamo is the NCWIT Operations Manager, where he provides operational support for the organization, manages Human Resources processes, plans and executes events, and performs financial and project management. In
Terina-Jasmine (TJ) Alladin
Terina–Jasmine (TJ) TJ is a Senior Engagement Consultant at NCWIT and has been working with NCWIT’s Alliances for over 9 years.
Terry Hogan
Teresa (Terry) Hogan is the Executive Director and CEO at NCWIT. Her career began at US WEST where she was the lead engineer of the original region-wide dialup Internet access
Tim Faiella
Tim Faiella is the Content Director for the NCWIT at the University of Colorado Boulder. He works to develop a variety of content across all media channels and formats, including
Valerie Williams, Ph.D.
Valerie L. Williams, Ph.D. is a Senior Research Scientist and Evaluator at the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT), where she leads and supports evaluation efforts throughout the
Wendy DuBow, Ph.D.
Wendy DuBow is a Senior Research Scientist and the Director of Strategies for Education Research & Evaluation at NCWIT. In her multi-faceted role, Dr. DuBow conducts primary research, manages the
Willow Peluso
Willow Peluso is the Project Coordinator for NCWIT’s Counselors for Computing. Willow has gained professional experience in workforce development, higher education, and a variety of youth programming roles. Willow holds
Zoë Levitt, MS
As a Regional Affiliate Manager for the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Award, Zoë supports both the Aspirations staff and volunteer affiliate teams in recognizing tech-inspired students and their educators. Zoë