Katharyn Waidler

Katharyn Waidler is a skilled professional with extensive experience in community engagement and education. Currently serving as the Community Sponsorship and Volunteer Coordinator at the International Institute of New England since February 2023, Katharyn previously worked as a Sales & Operations Specialist at REI for ten years. Academic contributions include roles as Adjunct Faculty at the University of Denver's Josef Korbel School of International Studies and as an Assistant Professor at Wheaton College. Additional experience includes serving as Volunteer Coordinator and Advocacy Intern for Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains and working as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Cornell University. Katharyn holds a PhD in Philosophy from Cornell University, an MA in Social Justice and Ethics from Iliff School of Theology, and a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Colorado Boulder.