Friends School of Wilmington
Rachel Presley, PhD, currently serves as the Director of Marketing & Communications at the Friends School of Wilmington, where the focus is on fostering a love of learning through Quaker values. Previous experience includes a role as Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota, where Rachel conducted research on digital technologies and taught various courses, alongside publishing multiple academic articles and securing grants. Rachel also held teaching and leadership positions at Ohio University and Syracuse University during doctoral and master's studies, respectively, and gained early professional experience in sales support at Electrolux. Rachel holds a PhD in Communication Studies from Ohio University, an MA from Syracuse University, and a BA from Washington & Jefferson College.
Friends School of Wilmington
Founded in 1994, Friends School of Wilmington is known for its academic excellence and strong sense of community. The Friends School educational experience is rooted in the essential Quaker principles of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship (SPICES). We believe the world needs passionate, lifelong learners who act with courage, integrity, and love. Inspired by that need, and the Quaker values of peace, equality, and care for the earth, Friends School of Wilmington is a vigorous academic community committed to educating the whole child.