Kenzy Scott

About Kenzy Scott

Kenzy Scott is originally from Boston, Massachusetts and received her Bachelor’s in Political Science from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. During her time at UMass Lowell, Ms. Scott held internships at the Sindhi American Political Action Committee in Washington D.C and Representative Hank Johnson’s Office on Capitol Hill. Additionally, she served as the President of the Black Student Union and was awarded the Chancellor Medal for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in 2022. While pursuing her Master’s in Public Administration at Clark Atlanta University, Kenzy Scott worked in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of Michigan. She also served as a career and development coordinator for Clark Atlanta University in their Career and Professional Development Office. While at Clark Atlanta, she researched Perceptions of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs at the University of Michigan. She gained insights into predominantly white institutions in higher education. Kenzy Scott is not new to the AUC Data Science Initiative. In the summer of 2023, she took advantage of DSI workshops. She obtained certificates and badges in Data Science: R Basics, Data Science Initiative R Academy II Badge, Library Data Analysis with Carpentries Badge, Teaching and Learning with SAS badge, and Getting Started with SAS studio badge. She was interested in working for the AUC Data Science Initiative to be a part of groundbreaking work introducing data science skills, career development, and career opportunities across HBCUs.

Experience

1. Industry Engagement Coordinator

   Aucc Data Science Initiative

   Apr 2024 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Work closely with the Director to develop the Initiative’s overall programming andengagement plan that supports faculty development and student enrichment activitiesacross HBCUs• Direct and manage all areas of programming and events, such as planning anddevelopment, reporting, logistics, and materials, as well as work with the Director andstaff to ensure high-quality and strategically aligned programs and activities• Develop criteria and operating procedures and workflows for all facets of implementationof programs, e.g, partnerships outreach, communications, and engagement• Ensure that all timelines are met, and milestones are reached• Work closely with the Director and the Financial Coordinator to develop the annualprogram budgets and ensure programs adhere to the approved budget• Work with the Financial Coordinator on financial transactions and management2• Work with the Evaluation Team to evaluate programs to improve the Initiative’s capacityto learn from its work and share that learning with stakeholders• Work with the Communications Manager to develop marketing, advertising, and web content todevelop and execute a communication plan• Assist with grant writing, development, and all associated reporting functions

Education

• University of Massachusetts Lowell

  Bachelor of Arts - BA

  2019 — 2022

• Clark Atlanta University

  Master of Public Administration - MPA

  2022 — 2024