Katherine J. Allen

Katherine J. Allen has a strong background in project management and research analysis. In their most recent role at the American Institutes for Research, they served as a Senior Project Specialist, overseeing and managing various projects, including data collection and analysis tasks. Prior to this, they held similar positions at IMPAQ International, where they worked as a Senior Research Analyst and Research Analyst. Additionally, Katherine has experience in managing experiential education programs at the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism. Katherine J. started their career as a Coordinator in the Office of Career Services and Alumni Relations at the School of Public Policy, University of Maryland, College Park, where they also served as a Program Coordinator for the Maryland Leadership Institute. Throughout their career, Katherine has demonstrated strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and expertise in data collection and analysis.

Katherine J. Allen holds a Master's Degree in Education Policy, which they obtained from the University of Maryland between the years 2014 and 2017. Prior to that, they earned their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Women's Studies from the University of Maryland, which they completed from 1999 to 2002. In 1998, they attended the College of Charleston, but it is unclear whether they obtained a degree or pursued a specific field of study. Additionally, Katherine obtained the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute in July 2020.