Bronwyn Bevan

Bronwyn Bevan has extensive experience in research and leadership roles in the education and cultural sector. Bronwyn is currently the Director of Research at the Wallace Foundation since August 2019. Previously, from November 2015 to August 2019, they worked as a Senior Research Scientist at the University of Washington, where they focused on broadening conceptions of learning and the role of cultural institutions and community-based organizations in enriching social life.

Bronwyn also has significant experience at the Exploratorium, where they held various roles from January 1991 to November 2015. As the Director of the Institute for Research and Learning, they managed program, department, division, and personnel and supervised several programs and staff. Bronwyn also served as the Associate Director of Program during this time. Additionally, they developed and managed a substantial annual budget and secured multi-year, multi-million dollar grants.

From 1997 to 2002, Bronwyn worked as a Senior Research Associate at the Center for Children and Technology. In this role, they led research on arts and learning programs in New York City and the state of New York, exploring the relationships between artists, educators, and cultural institutions.

Overall, Bronwyn has demonstrated a strong track record in research, leadership, and program management roles throughout their career.

Bronwyn Bevan has a BA degree in History from Barnard College. Bronwyn also holds a PhD in Urban Education from The Graduate Center, City University of New York. The exact start and end years for each degree are not provided.