Brittany Dernberger, PhD
About Brittany Dernberger, PhD
Brittany Dernberger, PhD, is a Professional Lecturer at The George Washington University, where she has taught since 2022. She has extensive experience in research, program design, and evaluation, with a focus on sociology and gender studies.
Work at The George Washington University
Brittany Dernberger has been serving as a Professional Lecturer at The George Washington University since 2022. In this role, she designs and teaches the undergraduate course 'Sociology of Sex and Gender.' Her position reflects her commitment to educating students on critical social issues related to gender and sexuality.
Education and Expertise
Brittany Dernberger holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Women & Gender Studies from Grand Valley State University, obtained from 2007 to 2010. She further pursued a Master of Public Administration with a focus on Nonprofit Leadership at the same institution from 2011 to 2013. Dernberger completed her Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology at the University of Maryland from 2015 to 2020. Her expertise includes conducting mixed-methods research projects, particularly in longitudinal and attitudinal secondary data analysis using STATA and R.
Background
Brittany Dernberger has a diverse professional background that spans over a decade. She has worked in various capacities, including as an Independent Researcher & Consultant at Higher Ed Insight and as a Researcher at Insight Policy Research. Dernberger has also held positions at the Women's Resource Center and Steelcase, where she focused on program design, management, evaluation, and organizational learning. Her academic journey includes a study abroad experience at The American University in Cairo.
Achievements
Brittany Dernberger is recognized for her ability to translate complex content into accessible information for diverse audiences. This skill has facilitated collaboration and buy-in among stakeholders in her various roles. Her decade-long experience in program design and evaluation underscores her contributions to the field of sociology and nonprofit leadership.