SELI Alumni Spotlight
SELI is an invaluable
experience for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of educational inequities while contributing to mission-driven work.”
Dr. Meca Muhammad Bridging Theory and Practice
As a doctoral student, my research focused on how academic press, support, and collective efficacy impact high school students’ readiness for post-secondary education—particularly for historically marginalized groups. I wanted to understand how policies shape students’ educational experiences and either exacerbate or mitigate inequities. As Vice President of Operations & Talent at GLISI, where I've grown through several roles since 2011, I lead cross-functional work focused on maximizing impact by understanding what gives people purpose, motivates change, and drives growth. I hold a B.A. from Spelman College, an M.Ed. from Boston College, and a Ph.D. from the University of Georgia. The SELI Fellowship stood out as an opportunity to complement my theoretical studies with practical experience in readiness and access issues. I was familiar with the Southern Education Foundation and knew that a fellowship with one of its partner organizations would allow me to bridge theory and practice while sharpening critical job skills as I prepared to enter the workforce.
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