Desmond Rudd Professorial Lecturer City Teaching Alliance Program

Degrees: University of Alabama, BS.Ed in Music Education (K-12)

Canisius College, MS.Ed in Childhood Education/ Students with Disabilities (K-8)

American University, Ed.D in Education Policy and Leadership
Bio: Desmond’s life mission is to work towards ensuring urban communities have the resources and educational agency to sustain it for generations to come. With experience and expertise in nonprofit management and operations, fundraising, K-12 education systems, family engagement, DEI and board governance, he uses these tools to help improve the lives of communities to achieve longevity and sustainability. His energy for people; passion for change; and urgency for efficient and high-functioning teams provide space for him to support organizations in achieving their goals, aspirations, vision, and dreams.

Dr. Rudd holds a BS.Ed in Music Education (University of Alabama); MS.Ed Childhood Education/ Students with Disabilities (Canisius College); and an Ed.D in Education Policy and Leadership (American University). His current work focuses on examining the use of family voice in K12 Community Schools and antiracist family engagement practices. Dr. Rudd’s research interests include special education, K-12 School Leadership Development and Training, DEIA, and Family Engagement/ Outreach.

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