Read Dennis’ Collaborative origin story

Dennis McCunney works in the Center for Student Success at East Carolina University, and serves as adjunct faculty member within several ECU programs. Dr. McCunney has presented his research in several arenas. He serves on the board of directors for AllPeopleBeHappy, a global learning nonprofit.

Read Maureen’s Collaborative origin story

Maureen Vandermaas-Peeler is Professor of Psychology and Director of the Center for Research on Global Engagement at Elon University. She has taught in and led study away/abroad programs in Hawai'i, London, Florence, and Copenhagen. Her research on global engagement encompasses intercultural learning and mentoring undergraduate research in global contexts.

Read Erin’s Collaborative origin story

Erin Sabato is Senior Director of Global Learning and Part-Time Faculty, Quinnipiac University. Since 2017 Erin has strengthened our network and shared work, and currently serves a member of our Advocacy Council.

Read Ben’s Collaborative origin story

Ben Lough is former director of assessment and executive committee member of the Collaborative. He is Professor and Dean of the School of Social Work, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Ben continues to serve as Senior Research Associate, Center for Social Development in Africa.

Read Nora’s Collaborative origin story

Nora Pillard Reynolds, PhD is former director of globalsl (the Collaborative). Nora co-founded Water for Waslala, an NGO that worked for access to water and sanitation in rural Nicaragua. She has taught community-based learning courses at Temple University, College Unbound, and Haverford College. In her research, she utilizes participatory methods to explore multiple perspectives in civic engagement and community campus partnerships. Nora earned her MA in International Development at La Univerisidad Complutense de Madrid in 2004, MS in Elementary Education from St. Joseph’s University in 2006, and PhD in Urban Education at Temple University in 2016.

Read Caitlin’s Collaborative origin story

Caitlin Osorio Ferrarini recently joined Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Global School as an Assistant Teaching Professor. Caitlin is a Ph.D. graduate of the University of Massachusetts Boston's College of Education. She has worked in the field of global experiential learning in Colombia and the United States as a field director, student advisor, professor, and researcher.

Read Brandon’s Collaborative origin story

Brandon Blache-Cohen is the Executive Director of AllPeopleBeHappy (formerly Amizade). He has over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit, service-learning, and international development sectors.