Sharon Morgenthaler has over 30 years of experience supporting underserved populations through education. She currently works as a Learning Products Manager at University of Maryland University College, where she supports academic partnerships and oversees projects involving instructional design. Previously, she held positions as a Project Director, Director of Academic Success, and coordinator of various educational programs focused on literacy, family involvement, and college access for low-income communities. Morgenthaler has a PhD in Educational Administration from American University and has received awards for her work developing online academic support systems and community partnerships.