Minheui Kim
About Minheui Kim
Minheui Kim is a Research Assistant at Vanderbilt University, specializing in Career and Technical Education (CTE) research to improve educational outcomes for marginalized students.
Current Position at Vanderbilt University
Minheui Kim works as a Research Assistant at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. In this role, she is primarily focused on Career and Technical Education (CTE), contributing to research projects that seek to improve educational outcomes. Her work involves the implementation and improvement of CTE programs, with a particular emphasis on how these programs can benefit marginalized students. This role leverages her extensive background in education and research.
Internship Experience at Tennessee Department of Education
From 2018 to 2019, Minheui Kim interned at the Tennessee Department of Education in Nashville. During her 9-month internship, she worked with the Student Success team within the College, Career, and Technical Education (CCTE) office. This experience provided her with valuable insights into educational policies and how they impact student success. Her role involved supporting various initiatives aimed at enhancing student preparedness for college and careers, aligning with her focus on improving educational outcomes for marginalized students.
Educational Background at Vanderbilt University
Minheui Kim pursued a Master of Education (M.Ed) at Vanderbilt University from 2018 to 2020, with a focus on management. This advanced degree provided her with the expertise required to handle complex educational programs and research efforts. Her studies at Vanderbilt further solidified her commitment to enhancing Career and Technical Education (CTE) and addressing educational disparities among marginalized populations.
Bachelor's Degree from Boston College
Minheui Kim completed her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) at Boston College from 2013 to 2018. She majored in Human Development, Applied Psychology, and Communication. This multidisciplinary academic background enabled her to understand various aspects of human behavior and communication, which are essential skills in both her research and professional roles aimed at improving educational systems and outcomes.
Professional Experience in Curriculum Development and Education Initiatives
Minheui Kim has a diverse background in education-related roles. In 2017, she worked as a Curriculum Development and Teaching Intern at Aes World Languages and Cultures Institute, Inc. in Oradell, New Jersey. Earlier, in 2016, she interned at the United Nations Development Program's Human Development Report Office in the United States. Furthermore, in 2015, she served as a School Manager and Summer Intern at Dream Touch For All, a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) focused on working with marginalized populations in Korea. These roles have equipped her with a broad set of skills and experiences essential for her current research and professional endeavors.