About the Evaluator
Kristin Everett, Ph.D. brings over 20 years of experience in evaluation and research design across STEM education, workforce development, and nonprofit initiatives and works extensively evaluating NSF funded projects. Her collaborative, mixed-methods approach blends rigorous data analysis with participatory stakeholder engagement, helping clients demonstrate impact and inform strategic decision-making. Based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Kristin holds an M.A. and Ph.D. in Evaluation, Measurement, and Research from Western Michigan University.
Evaluation Background
I specialize in...
- Qualitative methods
- Quantitative methods
- Mixed methods
- Culturally responsive evaluation
- Developmental evaluation
- Participatory evaluation approaches
- Theory-driven evaluation
- Utilization-focused evaluation
I have worked with projects in the areas of:
- ATE projects
- NSF projects other than ATE (e.g., IUSE, S-STEM, AISL, HSI, ADVANCE)
- Projects at two-year colleges
- STEM education projects supported by funder other than NSF
Training and Certifications
- Graduate coursework in evaluation
- Professional development workshops, webinars, or online courses on evaluation
Outside of Work, I enjoy...
… spending time with my four kids, traveling, and reading.
A Successful Evaluation...
… is rigorous and relational. It is built on strong methods, as well as trust, collaboration, and clarity. The findings are clear, actionable, and useful.
My Working Style...
… is collaborative, organized, and responsive. I want to make evaluation feel clear and useful.
EvaluATE is supported by the National Science Foundation under grant number 2332143. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed on this site are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.