Jinann Bitar

Jinann Bitar has diverse work experience in the field of higher education research and policy. Jinann is currently working as the Director of Higher Education Research and Data Analytics at The Education Trust, where they oversee research and analytical work and supervises a team of researchers and analysts. Prior to this, they worked as a Senior Policy Analyst at the Bipartisan Policy Center, focusing on federal financial aid and student success. Jinann has also served as a Research Consultant for the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund and as a Research Associate at the American Council on Education. Additionally, Jinann has experience as a Research Analyst at the Higher Education Research Institute and as a College Academic Mentor at the University of California, Los Angeles. Jinann has also held positions at the University of California, Davis, the University of Montana, Tantowel Inc, and the University of Montana.

Jinann Bitar began their education at Big Sky High School, where they obtained a diploma in the year 2004. Jinann then went on to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies at the University of Montana from 2005 to 2008. Wanting to further their education, they then enrolled at the University of Montana again, this time to earn a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) degree with a focus on Education Policy Analysis. Jinann completed this program from 2010 to 2012.

In 2014, Jinann Bitar joined UCLA to pursue a Master's degree in Education. Jinann completed this program in 2015. Following their master's degree, they returned to UCLA to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration, which they are currently undertaking.

Additionally, in June 2019, Jinann Bitar obtained a certification from the Postsecondary National Policy Institute (PNPI) called "PNPI's HEOA Boot Camp."