With over 25 years of leadership experience, Dr. Wanda Cooper is dedicated to empowering communities through strategic advocacy and operational innovation. A transformative strategist known for her fearless approach and creative problem-solving, she currently directs the Institute for Civic and Community Engagement at St. John Fisher University. Dr. Cooper holds a doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California, where her research focused on mitigating workplace burnout in the nonprofit sector. Beyond her executive roles, she remains deeply embedded in civic life, serving on various boards championing education and community development.