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Yolanda Saunders-Polk

Resource Specialist
Campus:
Kent
Contact Information
Email:
ysaunder@kent.edu
Phone:
(330) 672-3433

Biography

Yolanda is an award-winning educator. She is actively involved in initiatives supporting youth transitioning out of foster care, and she has received recognition for her contributions to community service. She is a driven and results-oriented professional with a proven history of success in the private sector as well. She excels at building and fostering business-relevant relationships and is adept at connecting institutions to the larger community. 

Position

As a Resource Specialist, Yolanda recruits and onboards participants for the FPBF program while providing college and career readiness programming. She collaborates with community-based agencies to connect participants with essential resources and coordinate educational workshops.

Experience

In addition to serving as an educator, Yolanda has held various roles dedicated to supporting youth transitioning out of foster care, focusing on education access, career readiness, and community engagement. Her experience extends to collaborating with local organizations to provide essential resources, develop programming, and create opportunities for underserved populations. Yolanda has also played a key role in mentoring students, fostering academic success, and ensuring they have the tools they need to thrive in both educational and professional settings. 

Direct Reports

Education

B.S. Education, Ohio University
M.A. Telecommunications, Ohio University
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