Bob Shireman

Bob Shireman has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of education policy and advocacy. Bob has held various leadership roles in organizations such as The Century Foundation, California Competes: Higher Education for a Strong Economy, U.S. Department of Education, The Institute for College Access & Success, Aspen Institute, The James Irvine Foundation, White House National Economic Council, U.S. Senator Paul Simon, and Consumers Union. Throughout their career, they have focused on improving access and success in higher education, developing policies to make college more affordable, and advocating for the rights of disadvantaged students. Bob Shireman has also played a key role in formulating and implementing federal education policies and programs.

Bob Shireman has a diverse education history. In 1981, they obtained an A.B degree in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley. Following this, from 1984 to 1986, they pursued their M.P.A degree at the University of San Francisco. In 1988, Bob enrolled at the Harvard Graduate School of Education where they earned an Ed.M degree in Teaching and Curriculum in 1989.

Furthermore, in January 2020, Bob Shireman obtained a Certificate in Practical Data Science from UC Berkeley Extension.