
Why we need to know our numbers
When we were little kids, knowing our numbers was a big deal. And as a result, when we mastered certain numeric sequences there would be moments of pride. Remember how big of a deal it wa...
Michelle Asha Cooper, Ph.D., is the president of the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP). As a recognized and well-respected practitioner, researcher, and policy advocate, Cooper works to reaffirm IHEP’s role of ensuring equal educational opportunities for all. Prior to her work at IHEP, Cooper served as the deputy director for the Advisory Committee on Student Financial Assistance (Advisory Committee) at the U.S. Department of Education, and held various leadership positions at the Association of American Colleges and Universities, Council for Independent Colleges, and King’s College.