Elizabeth R. Kurban

Elizabeth R. Kurban, Ph.D. has a diverse work experience in the field of education and research. Elizabeth R. is currently working as a Researcher in Postsecondary Education at the American Institutes for Research since January 2022. Prior to this, they held the position of Assistant Director of Retention at the University of Maryland - A. James Clark School of Engineering from December 2016 to January 2022. Additionally, they served as a SEEDS Program Graduate Assistant at the same university from August 2014 to December 2016.

Before joining the University of Maryland, Elizabeth worked as the Director of Policy Research at the Advisory Committee on Student Financial Assistance from July 2012 to July 2014. Prior to that, they were a Graduate Assistant at the University of Pennsylvania from August 2011 to June 2012, and a Graduate Assistant Coordinator at the University of Delaware from August 2010 to July 2011.

Overall, Elizabeth R. Kurban, Ph.D. has demonstrated their expertise and dedication in various roles within the education and research sectors.

Elizabeth R. Kurban, Ph.D. pursued their education in a progressive manner, focusing on higher education and cognitive science and linguistics. Elizabeth R. began their academic journey at the University of Delaware in 2006, where they earned their Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, Educational Studies, and Human Development in 2010. Building upon this foundation, they pursued a Master of Arts degree in Cognitive Science and Linguistics at the same institution from 2009 to 2011.

Seeking further specialization in the field of higher education, Elizabeth enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania in 2011, where they earned a Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.). Elizabeth R.'sstudies at the University of Pennsylvania allowed their to delve deeper into the intricacies of higher education.

To fulfill their aspirations for advanced research and expertise, they pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Higher Education from the University of Maryland. Elizabeth successfully completed their doctoral studies in 2018, cementing their expertise in the field.

Complementing their formal education, Elizabeth Kurban has also obtained a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate from the USF Corporate Training and Professional Education in December 2021, showcasing their commitment to fostering a more inclusive working environment.