Staff Associate III, Academic Success and Interphase EDGEx
- Email: KJLR@mit.edu
What is your hometown? Cambridge, MA
What did you study in undergrad? Community Development and Africana Studies (Bunker Hill Community College & University of Massachusetts Boston) Grad school? Social Work with a concentration in Trauma Studies (Simmons University)
What was your favorite experience as an undergrad? I worked during my undergraduate studies, and my favorite experience was my job! I was a youth worker for Cambridge youth programs working with 9–19-year-olds and we had so much fun, we were a family! Not only were the kids the best part but I was able to work with my now husband in this role too.
What are your interests/hobbies? I love reading a good fiction book, traveling and eating! When I am not doing those things, I am bothering my parents or family members who live around the corner from me. I like to spend time with my dog/daughter Kenya!
What is your favorite thing about MIT? I love supporting and serving our underrepresented students.
What advice do you have for MIT students? Make connections, be kind to people and try new things!
Fun Fact? I have never eaten a hamburger before!