Purva DeVol

Purva DeVol is a highly educated professional with a diverse academic background. She holds a Master's Degree in Communication Studies from Northern Illinois University, a Bachelor's Degree in Biology from Idaho State University, a PhD in Leadership from the University of the Cumberlands, and an EdD in Educational Psychology from Northern Illinois University. Purva has extensive experience in various educational institutions and currently serves as the Director of Institutional Research and Grants at Kankakee Community College. Previously, she held key positions at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, including Chief of Staff, Director of Legislative Relations and Strategic Planning, Policy and Planning Associate, and Research and Evaluation Associate. Her earlier roles include Research Assistant, Summer Conference Coordinator, Science Instructor for Upward Bound, and Reference Department Assistant at Northern Illinois University.