Dr. Cassandra Hawkins is an accomplished data management professional with diverse academic credentials. She holds a Doctoral degree in Public Policy and Administration, a Master's degree in English, and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Political Science. As the Associate Director of Data and Quality Management at the Institute of Child Nutrition, Cassandra oversees data systems, reporting, and quality control, collaborating with internal and external teams. Before this role, she was an assistant professor, researching public policy and rural communities, mainly focusing on food insecurity. She also brings experience as a project manager, program evaluator, and research consultant for non-profits and colleges. Cassandra enjoys bullet journaling, traveling, and spending time with loved ones outside of work.