Amanda Hackler, Ph.D.
STEM External Evaluation and Educational Consulting Services
Outstanding ATE Project Evaluation Award
Expanding Regional Capacity for Training in Engineering Technology and Data Center Operations
Project Team Members
- Josh Labrie, Principal Investigator
- Natasha Schuh-Nuhfer, STEM Education Coordinator
- Chris Russell, Information and Engineering Technologies Project Manager
Evaluator
- Jen Gruber, Magnolia Consulting
Nomination Testimonials
What makes an outstanding ATE evaluation? The answers can be varied of course, but in the ATE evaluations honored in 2024, three common themes emerged from the nomination testimonial. These themes highlight the honorees dedication to quality, collaboration, and impactful evaluation practices, making them deserving of recognition.
- Evaluation Expertise and Impact on Program Success
Magnolia Consulting’s tailored evaluation methods, including surveys and end-of-year analysis, directly contributed to program improvement and the achievement of grant goals. - Collaboration and Responsiveness
Their consistent engagement, follow-ups, and adaptability in modifying program elements ensured alignment with project needs and strengthened partnerships. - High-Quality Research and Dissemination
Their ability to support data collection, analysis, and co-author publications elevated the project’s research quality and enabled broader dissemination of results.
2024 Judges
Ciara Knight, Ph.D.
Senior Evaluation Officer – Sankofa Consulting Chair - STEM Education and Training Topical Interest Group, American Evaluation Association
Deborah Wasserman, Ph.D.
Senior Researcher - Center of Science and Industry Program Chair - STEM Education and Training Topical Interest Group, American Evaluation Association
Previous Honorees
Learn more about the previous Outstanding ATE Evaluation Award honorees.
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