Danielle Wheeler
About Danielle Wheeler
Danielle Wheeler serves as the Success Boston Initiative Program Coordinator, focusing on improving college completion rates for Boston Public Schools graduates. With a background in education and community outreach, she has dedicated her career to supporting first-generation college students and those from underrepresented backgrounds.
Work at UMass Boston
Danielle Wheeler has held multiple roles at the University of Massachusetts Boston. She began her tenure as a Field Placement Coordinator from 2010 to 2016, where she facilitated student placements in various educational settings. In 2016, she transitioned to the role of Academic Advisor for a period of nine months. Since 2012, she has served as a Lecturer, contributing to the academic development of students. Currently, she works as the Success Boston Initiative Program Coordinator, a position she has held since 2017, focusing on increasing college completion rates for Boston Public Schools graduates.
Education and Expertise
Danielle Wheeler earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Africana Studies from the University of Massachusetts Boston, completing her studies from 2001 to 2005. She later pursued a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Higher Education and Teaching at the same institution, graduating in 2010. Her educational background supports her expertise in student development, retention strategies, and educational outreach, particularly for first-generation college students and those from underrepresented backgrounds.
Background
Before her extensive career at UMass Boston, Danielle Wheeler worked as an 8th Grade Teacher Intern at Teach Next Year from 2008 to 2009. This role provided her with foundational experience in education and student engagement. Her involvement in community outreach programs has further enhanced educational opportunities for urban youth in Boston, reflecting her commitment to supporting diverse student populations.
Achievements
Danielle Wheeler has been actively involved in initiatives aimed at supporting first-generation college students and students from underrepresented backgrounds. As the Success Boston Initiative Program Coordinator, she has coordinated efforts to improve college completion rates for graduates of Boston Public Schools. Additionally, she has developed workshops and seminars focused on student retention and success strategies at UMass Boston, contributing to the overall academic success of her students.