Devonie (she/her), Springtide Ambassador (17 – Colorado) Favorite entertainment: Reading books because I have a hard time sitting still and watching something, but when I read books, I feel like I can imagine enough that I don’t have to struggle to stay still. Favorite dessert: Anything! I have such a
Sara Lawrence (she/her), President, LERI Sara’s commitment to the growth of young people is at the heart of her 12-year career with Lasallian Educational and Research Initiatives (LERI), where she’s served in marketing, product development, and sales roles. In June 2022, Sara was named president of the organization, which is
Dr. Kari Koshiol (she/her), Acting Director Dr. Kari Koshiol has devoted her career to young people. For 18 years, she taught high school English. Her goal as a teacher was to listen to her students, create spaces for learning that reflected their interests and needs, and bring research into the
Dr. Nabil Tueme (she/her), Senior Research Associate & National Speaker nabil (at) springtideresearch.org Nabil Tueme holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Connecticut. Previously Springtide’s inaugural BIPOC Research Fellow, Nabil now supports Springtide as Senior Research Associate. Her research both within and outside Springtide focuses on the intersection
Dr. Angela Patterson (she/her), Head of Content & National Speaker Dr. Angela Patterson is a media psychologist, writer, and communicator who currently serves as the head of content at Springtide Research Institute. In her role, Angela aligns research, content creation, community engagement, marketing and PR efforts to amplify Springtide’s mission,
Dr. Hannah Evans (she/her), Research Associate Dr. Hannah Evans is a Research Associate and National Speaker at Springtide Research Institute. Previously, she worked with the Hartford Institute for Religion Research, focusing on how religious congregations have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Hannah received her bachelor’s degree from Taylor University
Dr. Jaclyn Doherty (she/her), Research Associate Dr. Doherty serves as a research associate at Springtide, where she leads client projects and collaborates to conduct Springtide studies. Analyzing data and communicating research findings enables her to do work that bridges generational gaps and encourages empathy with young people. Jaclyn earned her
John M. Vitek (he/him/his), National Speaker John M. Vitek served as Chief Executive Officer of Lasallian Educational and Research Initiatives (LERI) for twenty-three years and as Interim Director of Springtide Research Institute®, a nonpartisan sociological research center that generates vital insights into the lived experiences of young people (ages 13
Dr. Kari Koshiol (she/her), Acting Director Dr. Kari Koshiol holds a PhD in Curriculum, Instruction, and the Science of Learning from the University at Buffalo–SUNY. Working for Springtide in a variety of roles has made Kari an expert on how data can support organizations and adults in learning about young
Marte Aboagye (she/her), Head of Engagement & National Speaker Marte Aboagye is the Head of Community Engagement at Springtide Research Institute where she oversees the Research Advisory Board, Springtide Ambassadors Program, The Voices of Young People Podcast, and more. She has worked domestically and internationally with nonprofits, public schools, and churches