Our team

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Director

Elisabeth Gerber

Gerber’s research focuses on regionalism and intergovernmental cooperation, sustainable development, urban climate adaptation, transportation policy, community and economic development, local fiscal capacity, and local political accountability.
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Community Engagement Manager

DeAndré J. Calvert

DeAndré helps connect students to non-profits, advocacy organizations, small businesses, and local government to foster engaged learning. He previously worked as a community leader in the city of Detroit in various positions including Dispatcher for…
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Mariam Negaran

Administrative/Project Coordinator

Mariam Negaran

Mariam Negaran is the Administrative/Project Coordinator for the Program in Practical Policy Engagement (P3E). Prior to joining the P3E team at the Ford School, Mariam worked in student services at the International Programs in Engineering at the College of…
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