Calvin Lewis, PhD

Calvin Lewis is a lecturer in the Department of Educational Policy and Community Studies. His research interests include race and schooling, the politics of education, critical and antiracist pedagogy, the history and sociology of public education, exclusionary policies and practices in K-12 settings, and the intersections between housing and public K-12 education. His recent projects have focused on diversifying the PK-12 teaching workforce, specifically developing and implementing grow your own (GYO) teaching exposure initiatives that help young men of color (youth) explore teaching careers in public PK-12 education.

Calvin also has over fourteen years of nonprofit experience and serves as Chief Impact Officer for a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit (We Will All Rise) that creates targeted initiatives that invest in the social, academic, and professional trajectories of young Black and Brown males across the country. As Chief Impact Officer, Calvin works with the President & CEO to oversee the organization's strategic direction, impact assessment, and fundraising efforts. He is also responsible for developing and implementing strategies to measure the effectiveness of the organization's programs and initiatives and cultivating relationships with donors and partners to secure funding and support for its mission. As Chief Impact Officer, Calvin plays a crucial role in driving the nonprofit's growth and sustainability.