Stephanie Joyce

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Research Assistant for College Connect

About

Stephanie Joyce is a Research Assistant for the College Connect initiative which works in partnership across four higher education institutions within the MEND region (Midlands, the East and North Dublin).

Stephanie holds a Master’s in Psychology from Arden University and a Master’s in Education from the University of California, Berkeley, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Irish and German from Maynooth University. Stephanie's diverse experience in research, advocacy, and community engagement demonstrates her commitment to enhancing educational experiences and providing support to underrepresented communities, significantly contributing to the College Connect initiative.

Stephanie views her involvement with College Connect as pivotal in achieving her long-term goal of becoming an educational psychologist. Through active engagement with various communities and direct involvement in addressing their educational challenges, Stephanie is deepening her understanding of how best to support and empower students from marginalized backgrounds. Stephanie believes that this practical experience will play a pivotal role in shaping her future research and endeavours towards creating equitable and inclusive educational settings.