Dr. Ebony Turner is an assistant professor of mathematics and coordinator of programs, evaluations, and grants at Dillard University. A native of New Orleans, Louisiana, she received a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics and a Master of Science in applied mathematics from Xavier University of Louisiana. In 2006, she received her Ph.D. in urban higher education administration after successfully defending her dissertation entitled “An Analysis of Preparedness of College Seniors for the Workforce” for the Executive Ph.D. Program at Jackson State University. Dr. Turner has over 20 years of experience envisioning, planning, and executing strategic initiatives, totaling more than a million dollars annually. She was instrumental in preparing grant proposals worth over 22 million dollars primarily in the area of workforce development. Dr. Turner is certified in effective teaching practices with a concentration in career guidance and readiness issued by ACUE. Her areas of expertise include program management, workforce development, education and training, grants management, and evaluation. She currently serves as a grants reviewer for several agencies including the National Institute of Health, the Department of Labor, the National Science Foundation, and the Department of Education. LinkedIn
