Alumni Spotlight
See what our alumni are up to after graduation!
Welcome Dr. Jordan Boyd, the Director of Educational Partnerships in the Office of School & Community Partnerships.
Dr. Boyd joined the Office of School and Community Partnerships in September of 2024 in the role of Director of Educational Partnerships, having previously worked as the Assistant Director of Community Building and Advising in UNCC’s Honors College. Before joining the higher educational ranks, Dr. Boyd was an Athletic Director and Social Studies teacher in the Charlotte metropolitan area. He earned his Doctorate of Philosophy in Curriculum & Instruction with an Urban Education specialization in 2024 and plans to continue his work at the University as an influential voice on the state of contemporary education and community building. Along with his Directorial responsibilities, Dr. Boyd also teaches courses on servant leadership with an emphasis on the ways in which race, class, culture, and education act as key variables in the subject matter.
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Marquis Mason
Marquis Mason, an education doctoral student at UNC Charlotte, was awarded the 2021-2022 Faye Jacques Memorial Graduate Fellowship, which was established in 2009 by the friends and family of Ms. Faye Jacques in honor of her tireless dedication to UNC Charlotte and graduate education.
Mason is a former student in the Curriculum and Instruction program with a concentration in Urban Education. Full-time master’s or doctorate students who have demonstrated potential to make a significant contribution to society are eligible for the fellowship, with preference given to first-generation students.
“It is an honor to receive this fellowship to help with funding my Ph.D. studies. As a first-generation college student, I pride myself on making a positive contribution to society with the opportunities that I have been afforded. I know that there are many people like myself who have aspirations and great obstacles to achieve those aspirations. It is my goal to turn those aspirations into realities through my life work of education,” Mason said.
Jimmeka Anderson
Congratulations to Jimmeka Anderson, recipient of 2021 Lucille P. and Edward C. Giles Dissertation-Year Graduate Fellowship. Jimmeka will received more than $20,000 towards her doctorate based on her strong potential to make a significant contribution to society.
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