Angi Stone Mac Donald
About Angi Stone Mac Donald
Angi Stone Mac Donald serves as the Associate Dean for Grants and Research at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where she also holds the position of Associate Professor in Early Education and Care in Inclusive Settings. With a background in special education and extensive experience in research and grant acquisition, she actively contributes to initiatives supporting children and families with disabilities.
Current Role at UMass Boston
Angi Stone Mac Donald serves as the Associate Dean for Grants and Research at the University of Massachusetts Boston. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the university's research initiatives and grant acquisition efforts. In addition to her administrative role, she is also an Associate Professor in Early Education and Care in Inclusive Settings within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, a position she has maintained since 2010.
Previous Experience at Indiana University Bloomington
Prior to her current roles, Angi Stone Mac Donald worked at Indiana University Bloomington as an Associate Instructor from 2005 to 2010. During her five years there, she engaged in teaching and supporting students in the field of education, particularly focusing on individuals in early childhood special education programs.
Educational Background and Expertise
Angi Stone Mac Donald earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Special Education from Indiana University Bloomington, completing her studies from 2005 to 2010. Her academic focus was on the Education and Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs, which informs her current research and teaching practices.
Research and Publications
Angi Stone Mac Donald has published three books and several articles related to her research interests. Her work primarily addresses inclusive early childhood education, including a specific focus on her research agenda in Tanzania. She has also received grants from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care and the US Department of Education to support her initiatives.
Fulbright Scholar Experience
In 2016-2017, Angi Stone Mac Donald completed a Fulbright Scholar grant in Zanzibar, Tanzania. This experience contributed to her understanding of inclusive education practices and further enriched her research agenda, particularly concerning early childhood education in diverse settings.