Melissa Quashie
About Melissa Quashie
Melissa Quashie serves as the Senior Graduate Programs Administrator at Umass Boston, where she has worked since 2010. She specializes in creating and managing New Student Orientation programs for graduate students and developing marketing strategies for the PhD in Public Policy and MPA programs.
Work at UMass Boston
Melissa Quashie has served as the Senior Graduate Programs Administrator at UMass Boston since 2010. In this role, she is responsible for creating and managing New Student Orientation programs tailored for graduate students in public policy and administration. Her position involves overseeing various administrative functions and ensuring a smooth transition for new students entering these programs.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Quashie earned her Doctor of Philosophy degree in Education from the University of Massachusetts Boston, completing her studies from 2012 to 2018. This academic background provides her with a strong foundation in educational theory and practice, which she applies in her administrative role at UMass Boston.
Program Development and Marketing
In her capacity as Senior Graduate Programs Administrator, Melissa develops and implements marketing strategies specifically for the PhD in Public Policy and Master of Public Administration (MPA) programs. Her efforts aim to enhance program visibility and attract prospective students to these graduate offerings.
Event Coordination
Melissa Quashie organizes and coordinates events related to the PhD in Public Policy and MPA programs. These events are designed to engage current and prospective students, providing them with opportunities for networking and professional development within the field of public policy.