People Archive

Nana Younge

Who are you and what are your practitioner sites? My name is Nana Younge, an alumna of Worcester Public Schools, an educator, entrepreneur, youth development leader, and community engagement practitioner. My work explores how the intersections of race, age, gender, and socioeconomic status shape entrepreneurial journeys. I am the Founder and Executive Director of Get…
John Yormie

Who are you and what are your practitioner sites? John S. Yormie, Jr is a development practitioner, emerging diplomat, author, and researcher with extensive experience in governance, education, and civic engagement in Liberia and the United States. As a co-founder of the Liberia Research and Development Networks (LRDN), he has led initiatives on digital transformation,…
Emily Tornquist

Who are you and what are your practitioner sites? Hello! My name is Emily Garcia Tornquist and I can’t seem to stay away from Clark University! I graduated in 2018 with my Bachelor’s in English, 2019 with my Master’s in Teaching, and am delighted to be joining the class of 2029 as we begin our…
Brett Iarrobino

Who are you and what are your practitioner sites? My name is Brett Iarrobino, and I graduated from Clark University in 2022 with my M.A. in Teaching, holding licenses in teaching middle/secondary English Language Arts and theater. I’ve spent the last four years teaching in Worcester Public Schools, first at University Park Campus School, an…
Sarah Houle

Who are you and what are your practitioner sites? I am a lifelong learner, teacher, Bostonian, and mom. I have always loved school, and spent 8 years as a High School Social Studies teacher after earning a B.S. from Boston University and M.Ed from UMass Boston. After many people encouraged me to explore administration, and…
Lisa Gaudette

Who are you and what are your practitioner sites? Lisa Gaudette, a life-long learner who is passionate about research and change. I have my paralegel and Associates Degree from Becker College. I received my BA in Criminal Justice from Clark University, as well as an MPA and MSIT. I am currently the Director of the…
Bella DiOrio

Who are you and what are your practitioner sites? My name is Isabella DiOrio, and I am a Spanish Teacher at South High Community School and Adjunct Professor at QCC here in Worcester. Outside of the educational realm, I am extremely fortunate to be able to train youth softball players individually most nights after teaching.…
Kendra Cox

Who are you and what are your practitioner sites? Kendra Cox, Sullivan Middle School in Worcester What inspired you to join the Doctoral Program in Transformative Education? The inspiration that led to me joining the Transformative Education Doctoral Program began at Clark years ago where my professors founded in me a deep, sustained commitment to…
Lauren Colwell

Who are you and what are your practitioner sites? Lauren Colwell, MA, LMHC. I work in WPS as a SEL Focused Instructional Coach in the Office of Culture and Climate, supporting district wide mental health, social emotional, wellness, trauma-informed, and restorative practices to our city’s public K-12 schools. I also work as an outpatient mental…
Tammy Boyle

Who are you and what are your practitioner sites? My name is Tammy Boyle. I have been an educator since 1993, primarily serving students in the South and North quadrants of the Worcester Public Schools. I’ve taught English Language Arts to students in grades 7-12; I’ve been an instructional coach, led grant funded initiatives at…