Lauren McGuire
Research & Policy Change Maker | Advocate | Scholar | Student
- Role
- Associate Director, College Grants at Gettysburg College
- Location
- Durham, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Lauren McGuire
Recognized relationship builder with a strong background in student advocacy and community development. Interested broadly in community organizing, college access, adult learning, and labor relations. Pursues passionately any opportunity to grow her skill set and expand her knowledge of communities and the world. Developed skills in research administration, project management, and data analysis. Proud Michigander, first-generation college student, and scholar.
Experience
Associate Director, College Grants
Jul 2025 — Present
Manages all post-award activity for philanthropic grants and sponsored programs by working with project leaders, college administrators, and funders to ensure optimal grant award administration and compliance with internal and funder policies• Supports grant budget development and reconciles grant expenses, including auditing and monitoring budgets throughout the grant cycle• Collaborates with project leaders to complete timely funder reports and compliance documentation, and to address needed budget revisions and/or program adjustments• Aids in cultivating a supportive and positive grant seeking culture College-wide, including creating educational opportunities for faculty and administrators on grant-seeking, proposal writing, and more
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science, Urban and Regional Planning, with Honor
2012 — 2016
Vanderbilt University
Master of Public Policy, Higher Education Policy
2018 — 2020
North Carolina State University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development
2021 — 2026
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Teamwork
- Social Media
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Public Speaking
- Research
- Customer Service
- Event Planning
- Microsoft Office
- Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Social Networking
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