Episode 10| Dr. Sy
In This Episode | the professor’s coach with a nonlinear pathway
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui wrap with Dr. Sylinda Musaindapo about how her experiences at PWI colleges drove her to research belonging for Black students. Her journey has many twists and turns during college and after. Now, she is coaching professors as she climbs the higher ed ladder.
Guest Bio
Dr. Sylynda Musaindapo
Dr. SyLinda Musaindapo grew up in the Chicago area and is a first generation college graduate. She began her professional journey in non-profit public health education and then taught middle school for three years. After that, Dr. Sy taught developmental education courses for undergraduate students while she was working on her master's degree in Adult and Higher Education at Northern Illinois University. She continued and got her doctorate in Adult and Higher Education and she currently works as a higher ed practitioner including her current work as a faculty coach for two major universities’ online graduate programs through 2U, Inc. She serves in multiple roles including faculty member, student organization advisor, student retention expert, active church member, and an active community member who leads grassroots initiatives for inclusion and human rights.
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