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Christopher Marsicano

Founding Director at the College Crisis Initiative (C2i) and Assistant Professor of the Practice of Higher Education at Davidson College

Christopher Marsicano is an enthusiastic teacher and researcher with a strong background in higher education politics and policy. Seeking a tenure-track faculty or public policy professional position.

He has a proven track record of success in publishing scholarly work in peer-reviewed and popular media outlets and has experience in program development and securing external funding.

With a commitment to advancing the educational landscape, Christopher aims to assist colleges and universities in shaping future leaders, expanding scientific knowledge, and enhancing civic engagement within communities.

His educational journey includes a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Leadership and Policy Studies from Vanderbilt University, a Master of Public Policy (MPP) in Higher Education Policy and Politics from Duke University, and a Bachelor of Arts (AB) with Honors in Political Science from Davidson College.

Additionally, he pursued a Fall Semester Study Abroad focusing on Political Science, International Affairs, Economics, and Human Rights at Kent State University - Genève.

Christopher Marsicano has held various roles in prestigious organizations such as Founding Director at College Crisis Initiative, Assistant Professor of the Practice of Higher Education at Davidson College, and Visiting Assistant Professor at Davidson College.

His professional background also includes positions like Adjunct Lecturer at Vanderbilt Peabody College, Visiting Lecturer at Davidson College, Graduate Assistant at Vanderbilt University, and (In)Formal Presenter at Discovery Place, Inc.

Furthermore, he has served as a Graduate Resident at Duke University, Summer Policy Intern at Duke University, Policy Intern at Postsecondary National Policy Institute at New America Foundation, Teaching Assistant at Duke University, Admission Counselor at Davidson College, Senior Fellow at Office of Admission and Financial Aid at Davidson College, Research Assistant at Office of Admission and Financial Aid at Davidson College, and Action Fund Intern at Americans for the Arts Action Fund PAC.