Bodunrin Banwo, PhD
About Bodunrin Banwo, PhD
Bodunrin Banwo, PhD, serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston and has extensive experience in academia and community service, including roles at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and the Peace Corps.
Current Position at UMass Boston
Bodunrin Banwo serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston since Fall 2021. In this role, he contributes to the academic community through teaching and research in his area of expertise. His position allows him to engage with students and faculty in a dynamic educational environment.
Previous Experience in Academia
Prior to his current role, Banwo worked at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities as a PhD Candidate from 2016 to 2020 in the Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy and Development. He also held a position as a Graduate Fellow at Hennepin County from 2018 to 2019, where he applied his academic knowledge in a practical setting.
Education and Expertise
Banwo holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, achieved between 2016 and 2020. He also earned a Master's degree in Public Administration and Education from Rutgers University – Camden from 2010 to 2012. His undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Bethune-Cookman University, completed from 2000 to 2006.
Professional Background
Banwo has a diverse professional background that includes roles in public service and community engagement. He served as an Agriculture Volunteer with the Peace Corps from 2006 to 2008 and worked as Healthy Stores Manager at the Baltimore City Health Department from 2015 to 2016. His experience also includes positions at The Food Trust, where he managed food access initiatives in New Jersey and Camden.
Community Involvement
Since 2013, Banwo has been a Board Member of Sister Cities Girlchoir, contributing to the organization's mission across Greater Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Camden. His ongoing commitment to community service reflects his dedication to social impact and youth development.