Denisha Hobbs, Mpa Email & Phone Number

• Analyzed internal and external data research on trends in higher education and provided training and technical assistance to stakeholders on ways to support the organization’s policy priorities.• Monitored state legislation, attended Capitol Hill hearings, drafted policy briefs and statements, and provided administrative support (e.g., scheduling meetings) for the Policy and Advocacy team.• Co-authored the ‘Best Kept Secrets’ study report, which provided qualitative and quantitative… Show more • Analyzed internal and external data research on trends in higher education and provided training and technical assistance to stakeholders on ways to support the organization’s policy priorities.• Monitored state legislation, attended Capitol Hill hearings, drafted policy briefs and statements, and provided administrative support (e.g., scheduling meetings) for the Policy and Advocacy team.• Co-authored the ‘Best Kept Secrets’ study report, which provided qualitative and quantitative analyses and evaluations depicting food insecurity impacting college students’ health.• Co-led and tracked deliverables for the ‘#RealCollege Texas Policy Initiative,’ which provided qualitative and quantitative evidence for state legislators to support college students’ success. Show less

Baltimore, Md

I helped students develop skills to succeed in college through academic and career goal setting, learning strategies, time management, organization, self-regulation, and self-efficacy.

Baltimore, Md

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Monitored state and federal legislation covering policy issues (e.g., healthcare) impacting caregivers and sought justice for Congress to address their needs with the Policy and Advocacy team.• Worked with program directors for the ‘50-State Task Force Project’ to advocate for legislation to create grant-funded programs to invest in the 4.5 million direct caregivers nationwide.• Assisted the Policy and Advocacy team with facilitating meetings with partners (e.g., scheduling meetings),… Show more • Monitored state and federal legislation covering policy issues (e.g., healthcare) impacting caregivers and sought justice for Congress to address their needs with the Policy and Advocacy team.• Worked with program directors for the ‘50-State Task Force Project’ to advocate for legislation to create grant-funded programs to invest in the 4.5 million direct caregivers nationwide.• Assisted the Policy and Advocacy team with facilitating meetings with partners (e.g., scheduling meetings), state organizations, and legislative staff to promote grant-funded programs. Show less

Towson, Maryland, United States

• Assisted the Ombudsman team in conducting policy research, analyzed qualitative and quantitative data, drafted policy materials, and scheduled stakeholder and partner meetings.• Established a ‘Cultural Competency Initiative,’ which conducted interviews, focus groups, and surveys at 20 facilities, creating a strategic plan to improve healthcare access for all residents.• Drafted policy statements to support policy reform to provide healthcare access impacting over 100 older adult… Show more • Assisted the Ombudsman team in conducting policy research, analyzed qualitative and quantitative data, drafted policy materials, and scheduled stakeholder and partner meetings.• Established a ‘Cultural Competency Initiative,’ which conducted interviews, focus groups, and surveys at 20 facilities, creating a strategic plan to improve healthcare access for all residents.• Drafted policy statements to support policy reform to provide healthcare access impacting over 100 older adult residents at the Baltimore County nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Show less

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Gerontology

Mpa, Healthcare Policy And Administration

Activities and Societies: Omicron Delta Kappa- UB Circle V.P. of Graduate Public Administration Student Association Academic Coach Cum Laude