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Whitney Vaughn, M.Ed.
My Superpowers are: Leading. Achieving. Believing. Self-Sustaining.
Whitney Vaughn is the Launchpad Program Director at the University of Missouri-Kansas City's (UMKC) Bloch School of Management. In this role, she focuses on career readiness and professional development initiatives aimed at enhancing the academic, professional, social, and cultural growth of students, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds.14
She holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) and is recognized as an award-winning best-selling author and an advocate for women's health, specifically regarding endometriosis. Vaughn uses her platform to raise awareness about this condition through her writing and educational efforts.24 Additionally, she is actively involved in community initiatives, including being a founding member of a network supporting Black women in education within the Kansas City area.3
Vaughn's commitment to advocacy and education reflects her dedication to fostering inclusive environments and empowering individuals in their professional journeys.