Cassandra C. Huey

Cassandra C. Huey is currently a Social Science Program Specialist at the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, a position held since January 2021. Prior to this role, Cassandra served as a Lead Writer/Grant Proposal Coordinator and Research Administrator at Texas Tech University from October 2017 to January 2021, and as a Senior Research Technician at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center from December 2014 to December 2016. Cassandra's experience includes teaching as a Graduate Instructor and Researcher at Texas Tech University from January 2008 to March 2014, focusing on human development and family relationships. Educational accomplishments include a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies, an MS in the same field, and a BA in Psychology, all obtained from Texas Tech University. Additional international experience includes study abroad programs in Spain and the Dominican Republic aimed at enhancing bilingual education skills. Early career roles included childcare positions at Buckner Children and Family Services and South Plains Children's Shelter.