Our Board of Directors
The University Consortium for Liberia (UCL) Board of Directors coordinates diverse academic efforts between Liberia and the global community. Since 2009, we have collaborated with students, university faculty, and other academic professionals to increase learning in Liberia and the United States. The UCL Board facilitates Study Abroad Programs, Service Learning Opportunities, Student and Faculty Exchanges, Research Studies, Workshops & Conferences. The UCL Board also provides leadership and support in fundraising through the annual scholarship program and other efforts.
Board Members
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| Cynthia L. Blandford
President, CEO, and Chair of the Board (Honorary Consul General Republic of Liberia – Georgia) |
Layli Maparyan, Ph.D.
Katherine Stone Kaufmann ’67 Executive Director Wellesley Centers for Women
Professor & Chair of Africana Studies
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| Dr. Cheryl Dozier
Director/Former President, Savannah State University |
Dr. Tanae Acolatse
Director/Program Manager, Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Colorado State University Global (CSU Global) |
Honorary Advisors
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| Dr. B.K. Robertson
Higher Education for Conservation (HECA) Chief of Party and Executive Director of the Center of Excellence for Forestry, Biodiversity, and Conservation (FBC Center) |
Dr. Michael L. Best
Executive Director of the Institute for People and Technology (IPaT) and Professor with the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs |
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| Dr. Saki Golafale
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Staff Fellow and Howard University Adjunct Lecturer of Chemistry |
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