Darnell Edwards
About Darnell Edwards
Darnell Edwards is a School Relations Manager at Revolution Prep with over 10 years of experience in student engagement and advocacy. He has held various roles in higher education, including positions at California State University, Northridge and Pasadena City College, and has a strong academic background in counseling and sociology.
Current Role at Revolution Prep
Darnell Edwards serves as the School Relations Manager at Revolution Prep, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on building and maintaining relationships with schools to enhance student engagement and support academic success. His responsibilities include developing strategies to improve outreach and collaboration with educational institutions in Santa Monica, California.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Darnell Edwards has extensive experience in higher education, having worked at California State University, Northridge in various roles. He served as Program Manager for the Black Male Scholars program from 2012 to 2017, and as Outreach Coordinator from 2007 to 2017. Additionally, he held the position of Community Director for Residential Life and University Conference Services from 2004 to 2007. His work in these roles involved student advocacy and engagement strategies.
Educational Background
Darnell Edwards has a robust educational background. He earned a Master of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences from California State University, Northridge from 2004 to 2008. He also completed a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at the same institution from 1999 to 2003. Furthering his education, he studied College Counseling at the University of California, Los Angeles from 2015 to 2018, and obtained a Master's degree in Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services from the University of St. Thomas (TX) from 2018 to 2021.
Skills and Expertise in Student Engagement
Darnell Edwards possesses over 10 years of experience in student engagement and advocacy within academic settings. He is skilled in implementing strategies that promote student success and increase satisfaction among diverse stakeholders. His proficiency in leveraging CRM systems, particularly Salesforce, enhances his ability to manage client relations effectively and exceed benchmarks in customer service.
Advisory Roles and Contributions
In addition to his roles at California State University, Northridge, Darnell Edwards worked as a College Advisor at Pasadena City College from 2015 to 2016 and as a Freshmen Admission Counselor at the University of St. Thomas (TX) from 2018 to 2019. These positions contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the academic landscape and the importance of effective communication in supporting students from diverse backgrounds.