Arthur Patton-Hock

Arthur Patton-Hock is an academic coach with over 20 years of experience, specializing in mentoring Harvard doctoral candidates in History and American Studies while also advising first-year students at Harvard College. He stands out as the sole administrator to receive a prestigious mentoring award typically reserved for faculty members. Arthur is dedicated to understanding his clients, setting clear objectives, overcoming obstacles, devising success strategies, ensuring accountability, and adapting approaches as needed.

Arthur provides guidance on various issues including course selection, unresponsive advisors, funding challenges, communication with instructors, overcoming procrastination, and adjusting professional goals. He supports individuals transitioning into different job markets such as academia, alternative academic careers, and non-academic sectors. Notably, he has shown exceptional support for BIPOC and first-generation learners.

His educational background includes studying Higher Education Administration for his Ed.M. at Harvard University Graduate School of Education and pursuing Violin Performance for his B.Mus. at Boston University. Arthur has held leadership roles at Harvard University, serving as an Administrative Director and overseeing Graduate and Undergraduate Studies during different periods.