Evelyn Mayo

Evelyn Mayo is a prominent figure at Paul Quinn College, serving as the Director of the Urban Research Initiative (URI).4 She initially joined the college as the inaugural Urban Research Initiative Fellow34, where she has been instrumental in leading research and advocacy efforts focused on using urban planning as a tool for community development and environmental justice.

Professional Background

Evelyn Mayo is an urban planner and community organizer by training.5 She holds an AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification and received her Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP) from the University of Texas at Arlington.6

Role at Paul Quinn College

As the Director of the Urban Research Initiative at Paul Quinn College, Mayo's responsibilities include:

• Leading research and advocacy efforts3
• Mentoring students in developing research projects1
• Presenting research at annual conferences1
• Participating in the Resilience Studies Consortium (RSC) as a Faculty Steward1

Areas of Expertise

Mayo's work focuses on several key areas:

• Environmental and climate justice policies
• Community resilience and adaptation
• Housing concerns for low-income communities
• Environmental advocacy

She has a demonstrated history of working with low-income people on housing, environmental, and community advocacy concerns.2

Additional Roles and Involvement

Outside of her primary role at Paul Quinn College, Evelyn Mayo:

• Teaches at the college, which is a small private Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Dallas, Texas5
• Participates in public speaking engagements, such as at the Texas Bar Association3
• Engages in community education and advocacy work

Evelyn Mayo's work at Paul Quinn College aligns with the institution's commitment to environmental goals and community-focused research, contributing to the college's reputation as an urban college that emphasizes real-world experience and environmental justice.