On February 19, 2024, Jackie Peng of LLC Cohort 23 successfully defended her dissertation and earned the title Doctor of Philosophy.
Her
virtual defense went very smoothly and she gave an excellent
presentation
of her dissertation research, "Raising Mixed Kids in the 'Burbs: Mixed-Race Families Navigating Race, Identity, and Discrimination in Suburban Schools."
The LLC Program wishes to acknowledge the guidance and commitment of Jackie's committee:
Chair:
Dr. Ramon Goings, Language, Literacy, and Culture
Members:
Dr. Pamela Bennett, Public Policy
Dr. Keisha McIntosh Allen, University of Maryland, Department of
Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership
Dr. Kindel Nash, Appalachian State University, Reich College of Education
Dr. Joy Howard, Western Carolina University, College of Education
and Allied Professions