A Global Journey of Learning & Leadership: Bridging Academia & Real-World Impact
Jennifer’s academic journey spans the globe, featuring advanced studies in anthropology, international security, policy, urban resilience, sustainability, and conflict resolution. With advanced degrees from prominent institutions, including specialized programs from Santa Fe Institute, Duke CE, and the University of Cape Town, Jennifer brings a rich and diverse educational foundation to her work in social impact.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Santa Fe Institute - Urban Transformation, Global Summer School on Urban Sustainability, a month- long course with globally dispersed experts that focused on urban design, transformation, and resilience
Duke CE (Corporate Education) - Business, MBA program that provided accelerated learning on key business concepts and strategies
Development Policy Management Institute - Design, Certificate program on partnership, design thinking, and strategy design
University of Cape Town - Conflict Resolution, Certificate program on international mediation and conflict resolution
EDUCATION
University of Basel, Switzerland, Doctorate in Philosophy, Anthropology Petro Peace in the Niger Delta (submitted dissertation, defense finalizing)
Middlebury Institute of International Studies, Master of Arts, International Policy & Security
University of Colorado, Boulder, Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology