HBCU Week Keynote: The Benefits of an HBCU Education During and Post-Undergraduate
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HBCU Week Keynote: The Benefits of an HBCU Education During and Post-Undergraduate
by Melissa Figueroa-Douglas, Equity Advancement Officer for the Colonial School District, Montgomery County, PA.
BIOGRAPHY:
Melissa Figueroa-Douglas has served as an educator and educational leader for almost two decades and she is known for being a champion of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Melissa Figueroa-Douglas's diverse experiences in New York, Delaware, and Pennsylvania fuel her passion as an educational change agent for positive student outcomes and inform her most recent role as Equity Advancement Officer for the Colonial School District. In her role as Equity Advancement Officer , Melissa Figueroa-Douglas is furthering the commitment of the district-wide EIB (Equity Inclusion and Belonging) initiative. Melissa Figueroa-Douglas is a respected thought leader in the field, often sought after for her expertise through speaking engagements and collaborations with other organizations. She is known for being empathetic,working collaboratively, strategic thinking and planning, which enable her to bridge gaps and foster dialogue among diverse stakeholders. The hallmark of Melissa Figueroa-Douglas’s professional responsibilities includes engaging with stakeholders to ensure the acquisition of optimal support and resources for the diverse student population of the Colonial School District. Melissa Figueroa-Douglas earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Secondary Education from Lincoln University, and a Master's degree in School Leadership from Wilmington University. Melissa Figueroa-Douglas is currently a Doctoral candidate at Wilmington University. In addition to being a proud wife, Melissa Figueroa-Douglas is the mother of a son and a daughter who she loves immensely.
Location: Winnett Student Life Building, S2-03
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