Lauryn King, Mpp
About Lauryn King, Mpp
Lauryn King is a Research Program Associate at the GW Institute of Public Policy, where she develops and implements policies, monitors budgets, and provides support for research projects. She holds a PhD in Public Policy and Administration and has extensive experience in various administrative roles at The George Washington University.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Lauryn King serves as a Research Program Associate at the GW Institute of Public Policy, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she develops and implements new policies and procedures at both the Institute and University levels. She provides pre-award and post-award support to research professors, ensuring compliance with sponsor and federal expenditure guidelines. Additionally, she administers Research Enhancement Incentive Award funding and tracks project report deadlines. Her responsibilities also include monitoring and evaluating general operating expenditures for two department budgets and managing 10-20 active research projects.
Previous Positions at The George Washington University
Lauryn King has held several positions at The George Washington University prior to her current role. She worked as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in the Sociology Department for four months in 2014. From 2012 to 2015, she served as the Assistant to the Executive Director at the Honey W. Nashman Center for Civic Engagement and Public Service. She then worked as an Executive Assistant to the Dean at the Elliott School of International Affairs for one year from 2015 to 2016, followed by a two-year tenure as a Senior Administrative Assistant at the GW Institute of Public Policy from 2016 to 2018.
Educational Background
Lauryn King has an extensive educational background from The George Washington University. She earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Affairs and Sociology from 2011 to 2015. She then pursued a Master of Public Policy (MPP) with a focus on Social Policy from 2016 to 2018. Following this, she completed her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Policy and Administration, specializing in Gender and Social Policy, from 2018 to 2021.
Skills and Responsibilities
In her current role, Lauryn King is responsible for liaising between GWIPP researchers and staff and other GW departments to facilitate workflow and resolve problems. She plays a critical role in ensuring that research projects comply with federal guidelines and manages the financial aspects of various departmental budgets. Her experience in administrative support and research program management contributes to her effectiveness in her current position.