Danielle Shepherd
About Danielle Shepherd
Danielle Shepherd is a Curriculum Developer and Small and Large Group Virtual Instructor with extensive experience in education and community engagement. She currently works at GEX, Incorporated and Varsity Tutors, while also serving as Head of Partnerships and Growth at Only Human.
Current Work at GEX, Incorporated
Danielle Shepherd serves as a Science Subject Matter Expert at GEX, Incorporated since 2017. In this role, she applies her extensive knowledge in science to develop and enhance educational materials and programs. Her expertise contributes to the company's mission of providing quality education and training solutions.
Current Work at Varsity Tutors
Since 2020, Danielle Shepherd has been working at Varsity Tutors as a Curriculum Developer and Small and Large Group Virtual Instructor. She focuses on creating engaging and effective curriculum for virtual learning environments, catering to diverse student needs. Her role emphasizes the importance of interactive and accessible education.
Previous Experience at West Virginia University
Danielle Shepherd has held multiple positions at West Virginia University. She worked as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2010 to 2016, where she contributed to various research projects. Additionally, she served as a Laboratory Research Assistant for five months in 2017 and participated in the Governor's School of Entrepreneurship as a Healthcare Intern for two months in 2017.
Education and Expertise
Danielle Shepherd earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Baylor University, completing her studies from 2006 to 2010. She further pursued her education at West Virginia University, obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Sciences/Exercise Physiology between 2010 and 2016. Her academic background supports her commitment to education and research in STEM fields.
Advocacy and Community Engagement
Danielle Shepherd is dedicated to advocating for equity in education and enhancing opportunities in STEM for underrepresented populations. She fosters connections with businesses focused on community engagement and builds partnerships with nonprofits. Her work emphasizes the importance of collaboration in promoting educational equity.