Shanequa's Achievements
Explore Shanequa Harvard's remarkable journey through academia, from her early days as a diligent student to her current prestigious positions and numerous accolades. Learn about her inspiring contributions to the field of education and her unwavering commitment to excellence.
📚 Research & Academic Papers
Current Research Focus
"Investigating how emotional intelligence shapes leadership effectiveness during crisis management, with emphasis on policy implementation and systemic change in public governance."
Working Papers
"When Algorithms Fail to Code Heart: Evaluation of VioGén in Predicting Gender-Based Violence" (2024)
-
Critical evaluation of algorithmic bias in domestic violence prediction systems
"The Psychological Effects of COVID-19 on Adolescent Youth" (2021)
-
Analysis of pandemic response strategies and their effectiveness
"Mapping the Harm of NYC's PASSPort System on Nonprofits: Unclogging the Pipeline" (2025)
-
Data-driven analysis of NYC's contracting system impact on nonprofit organizations
"The Emotional Costs of Blackness: Black Leaders in Executive and Elected Officials Public Office" (Ongoing)
-
Analysis of emotional labor and psychological impact of leadership in crisis scenarios.
Academic Background
-
Columbia University MSW, Policy Focus (2010)
-
Nyack College, Bachelors in Psychology (2008)
-
Columbia Business School Senior Leaders Program (2024) Elite nonprofit executive leadership development at Tamer Center for Social Enterprise. Advanced organizational strategy, policy development, and high-impact nonprofit leadership network.
-
Implementing Public Policy (2022) Led cohort projects on adaptive crisis leadership. Developed frameworks for policy implementation and stakeholder engagement in complex scenarios.
-
Global Governance Program (2019) Cross-cultural leadership approaches, international crisis management, emotional intelligence in diplomatic relations with global emerging leaders.
GRADUATION EVENTS
Join us as we honor her remarkable achievements as a changemaker and thought leader at the Harvard Kennedy School, Class of 2025. Let's come together to celebrate this significant milestone in her journey and the bright future ahead!
Black Grad Celebration
Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Boston Marriott Cambridge, 50 Broadway, Cambridge MA, 02142
Reception Following: 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Special celebration recognizing Black excellence and achievement within the Harvard Kennedy School community
BIPOC Grad Celebration
Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (doors open at 2:30 PM)
Location: First Church Cambridge
Cultural celebration honoring the achievements of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color graduates. Organized by: BIPOC caucuses at HKS (BSU, AAPI Caucus, Muslim Caucus, etc.)
Harvard Kennedy Class Graduation
Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Ceremony Tent, John F. Kennedy Memorial Park
Class of 2025 Awards Ceremony and Address to Graduates by Christiane Amanpour
Official Class Day ceremony featuring keynote address and recognition of graduating class achievements
Harvard University Commencement
Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025
Time: 6:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Harvard Yard (Morning Exercises)
Historic university-wide commencement ceremony celebrating all Harvard graduates in Harvard Yard
Harvard Kennedy School Diploma Ceremony
Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025
Time: Approximately 12:45 PM
Location: Ceremony Tent, John F. Kennedy Memorial Park
Individual diploma presentation ceremony where Shanequa will officially receive her Master in Public Administration degree
Graduation Reception
Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025
Time: Following the diploma ceremony
Location: Reception Tent in John F. Kennedy Memorial Park
Celebratory reception with light refreshments for graduates, families, and friends
🏛️ Harvard Programs & Leadership Roles
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
GET IN TOUCH
Classmates Stay in touch with Shanequa
Shanequa would love to stay connected to classmates and colleagues.
