Services

As an Assistant Professor in Nonprofit Leadership, I am happy to offer a range of services to students, colleagues, and the broader community. I strongly believe in equitable partnerships and putting underrepresented voices at the forefront of service delivery.

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Teaching & Instruction

I design and deliver workshops, seminars, and training programs for students and professionals.

Stefanie leads leadership development programs focused on ethical decision-making and adaptive leadership in complex organizations. Her work helps leaders strengthen self-awareness and lead effectively across diverse professional settings.
Stefanie delivers training on volunteer engagement and management informed by her research on nonprofit and community-based organizations. Her workshops support organizations in building sustainable volunteer systems aligned with mission and impact.
Stefanie facilitates workshops that examine how identity, power, and social structures shape participation and belonging. Her work supports the development of inclusive practices that strengthen equity and community engagement.
Stefanie leads seminars that address ethical questions in social impact work, with attention to power, responsibility, and accountability. Her training supports reflective and ethical practice in research and nonprofit work.

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Research & Scholarly Activities

I am happy to contribute to the advancement of knowledge through partnering with community organizations to explore minority experiences in majority spaces.

Stefanie’s research examines minority experiences in majority contexts, with a focus on volunteering, belonging, and well-being among immigrant populations. Her publications contribute to scholarship in nonprofit studies, leisure sciences, and social integration through empirical and conceptual work.
Stefanie presents her research at national and international conferences in nonprofit studies, leisure sciences, and social policy. Her presentations emphasize applied implications for community organizations, public institutions, and social impact practitioners.
Stefanie collaborates with scholars and community partners on research projects that examine civic participation, volunteering, and inclusion in diverse social contexts. Her collaborative work bridges academic research with practice-oriented questions relevant to nonprofit and public-sector organizations.

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Consulting & Capacity Building

By connecting academic knowledge with community needs, I partner with organizations to help bridge the gap between theory and practice, promoting sustainable solutions and positive social change. I offer consulting services providing this expertise in several areas.

Stefanie supports organizations in strategic planning processes grounded in research, reflection, and realistic capacity assessment. Her work helps organizations clarify goals and make decisions that support long-term sustainability.
Stefanie provides training and consultation focused on understanding minority experiences within majority-dominated institutions and communities. Her work supports organizations in recognizing structural barriers and improving practices related to inclusion and belonging.
Stefanie consults on ethical conduct in social impact, nonprofit, and educational settings with attention to power, accountability, and responsibility. Her work helps organizations navigate ethical dilemmas and strengthen ethical decision-making in practice.
Stefanie advises students on college admissions with a focus on access, equity, and institutional fit. Her guidance supports pre-graduate applicants and post-graduate in strategic decisions for their education or entry into the job market.