Ryan E. Tucker, MPA

Ryan E. Tucker, MPA has a diverse range of work experiences starting in 2012 as a Youth Advocacy Intern for the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. In this role, they assisted in the development of a training program for youth advocates and managed social media.

From 2014 to 2018, Ryan held various positions at Southern University and A&M College- Baton Rouge, including Special Hire, Coordinator of New Student Orientation & Leadership Development, Associate Dean of Students, and Interim Dean of Students. In these roles, they had responsibilities such as conducting administrative hearings, developing extracurricular programming, and overseeing budget management.

In 2018, Ryan joined Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated as the Director of Undergraduate & University Affairs. This role involved advocating for undergraduate students and enhancing the organization's international processes. Ryan E. later transitioned to the position of Deputy Executive Director, where they provided program guidance, supervised staff, and managed financial operations until 2023.

Currently, Ryan is employed as the Senior Director of the Leadership Institute at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. Their goal in this role is to expand existing programs and increase the pool of Black leaders in public service careers and public policy positions through strategic training, fellowships, internships, and scholarships. The Leadership Institute provides educational and leadership development programs for college students and young professionals.

Overall, Ryan E. Tucker, MPA has a strong background in leadership, program management, advocacy, and budget oversight across various organizations in the non-profit sector.

Ryan E. Tucker, MPA has a Bachelor's degree in Education from Southern University and A&M College- Baton Rouge, which they obtained from 2009 to 2013. Ryan E. then pursued a Master's degree in Public Administration from the same institution between 2015 and 2017. Currently, Ryan is pursuing a Doctor of Education (EdD) degree with a specialization in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration from Temple University, starting in 2019.