Professor Packard is an expert on mentoring and persistence, with a focus on the experiences of women, first-generation college students, students of color, and nontraditional-aged students. She studies the transition from high school to college or work, and emphasizes diverse pathways in science and technology (STEM) fields including the community college transfer pathway. A first-generation college graduate, she strives to identify success strategies that turn aspirations
into realities.
Her work is generously supported by the National Science Foundation
(Research Crossroads Profile).
In 2005, she visited the White House where she received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers
(PECASE),
the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government upon early-career scientists and engineers.
An educational psychologist by training, Packard serves as a consultant for schools, community organizations and nonprofits, colleges, and
businesses. She designs mentoring programs, assesses the infrastructure for mentoring, and conducts workshops to improve the effectiveness of mentors, including faculty advisors.
Packard is a proud mother of two who loves mystery books and dancing.
NEW!
Inside Higher Ed piece -- encouraging college women to "Lean In"
NY Times Choice Blog piece -- commmunity colleges should not be overlooked-- Winner of the TYCA Fame Award
WAMC - Will we ever learn? The Equality Project [part two of broadcast]
National Academy of Sciences Summit
on Community Colleges and STEM Fields
(Volume for Download).
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