MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Logic Models + Design, Monitoring, & Evaluation (DM&E)
EDLI
Holocaust
Khanmigo
Midsemester Feedback
Holocaust Project: Integrating Social Justice Issues in the Classroom through Discourse
Qualitative Methods: Observation protocol training
Student Success Math Project: Supporting students' socio-emotional needs to reduce DFW rates
Teaching GenZ: Tools & Tips
Colleges' Online Learning Academy (COLA) program (co-lead)
Hyflex Teaching & Learning Research (co-lead)
OXNARD COLLEGE
As a Research Analyst for Oxnard College for five years, I designed, monitored, and evaluated programs, serving underrepresented middle school, high school, and community college students. The programs I worked on focused STEM and Student Success, which are funded for multiple years by the U.S. Department of Education grant (co-investigator; $6 million each: Hispanic Serving Institution-STEM grant/Title III Part F & Student Success grant/Title V). I conducted research from start to end, and produced reports submitted for government grant renewals, working closely with the Dean of Institutional Effectiveness, at that time, who is now the Vice Chancellor of the District. I also worked collaboratively with faculty who ran the programs, and provided feedback and recommendations to ensure program sustainability, to build capacity, and to strengthen pedagogical practices.
STEM Grant Projects & Reports:
Building & Engineering Experience ("BEE") Sage-Go Green
Biotech OC STEM Tutoring Center
Marine Biology & Environmental Science STEAM (STEM + Art)
Condor Technology Institute Water Quality Program
Pre-engineering Summer Bridge Young Entrepreneurship Program
Science & Technology MESA Beach Erosion Program
Student Success Grant Projects:
Key Class: Teaching noncognitive/soft-skills to high school students
First Year Experience (FYE)
Resiliency Circle program: Transitional Math & Promise Pathway students
University Department Evaluation Projects:
Math Department English Department
Communications Department Financial Aid Department
Throughout my consultancy with nonprofit organizations, I applied a range of strategic tools and evaluation frameworks to support program sustainability and organizational effectiveness. For example, in my evaluation work with Search for Common Ground, I used advanced analytical skills to assess program impact through the development and application of Logframe Matrices and Evaluation Design Matrices. These tools allowed me to break down complex program objectives into measurable outcomes, identify key performance indicators, and track the program's progress against its strategic goals. By analyzing assumptions, risk factors, and indicators, I was able to provide nuanced recommendations for improving the program's scalability and ensuring alignment with both organizational and funder expectations. Additionally, I conducted detailed assessments of the data collection methods used, ensuring methodological rigor and the integration of both qualitative and quantitative data sources to provide a holistic evaluation of the program's effectiveness.
For CEO Women, I conducted an in-depth analysis of the organization’s vision and the preconditions required in society to achieve that vision. I also utilized the Hedgehog Concept matrix to outline the organization's core competencies, passion, expertise, and resources, and employed the Value Curve Framework to illustrate CEO Women’s program offerings. Additionally, I used the Ansoff Matrix to assess the organization’s funding sources and Strategic Allies Analysis to identify key partnerships for long-term sustainability.
In my work with Salinas Action League, I developed financial tools, including budgeting calendars and expense tracking systems, to strengthen fiscal management and accountability. At the Monterey Jazz Festival, I incorporated the Theory of Change and interactive strategies to enhance stakeholder engagement and program evaluation. For the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, I assessed organizational sustainability and performance by examining the effectiveness and efficiency of its operational structure and management systems. I offered recommendations to strengthen their capacity for advancing public policy, delivering direct services, and enhancing community participation in their mission to address voluntary migration and refugee resettlement.
Top 3 Organizational Program Sustainability Reports: (Project links)
Other Program Evaluation Reports:
Monterey Institute of International Studies Food Service