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A Message From Graziella Pagliarulo McCarron

Graziella Pagliarulo McCarron (she/her) Dr. Graziella Pagliarulo McCarron is an Associate Professor of Leadership Studies and Higher Education program faculty at George Mason University. As a former student/academic affairs practitioner and current faculty member, she has over two decades of experience centered around holistic student development. Situated in her own experiences as a first-generation college student and second-generation American, Dr. Pagliarulo McCarron’s research and practice focus on fostering climates of belonging, improving access for first-generation learners, reframing leadership education pedagogy to meet students’ changing needs, and exploring the intersections of inclusive, innovative pedagogy and student development. A grateful member of ACPA since 2002, Dr. Pagliarulo McCarron first joined as a College Student Personnel master’s student while at the University of Maryland, College Park. For over 20 years, ACPA has been a vital professional home to her, offering many cherished opportunities to contribute and grow as an educator and person. Dr. Pagliarulo McCarron earned her B.S.B.A. from American University and both her master’s and Ph.D. in Counseling and Personnel Services (College Student Personnel) from the University of Maryland, College Park. She and her family call Aldie, Virginia home, and she is a proud mom to 7-year old Oliver––who has been the most spectacular teacher!
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In Support of ACPA Foundation

Founded in 1994 during the presidency of Charles Schroeder, the purpose of the ACPA Educational Leadership Foundation (501c3 non-profit organization) is “to enhance the student affairs profession and to generate and disseminate knowledge of college students at all levels within higher education” (Article Three of the Articles of Incorporation). The organization is now known as the ACPA Foundation to more concisely communicate its role as the fundraising arm of ACPA College Student Educators International.

The Mission - The ACPA Foundation exists to support the priorities and activities of ACPA by raising funds and developing resources that help the Association fulfill its mission. 

The Vision - The ACPA Foundation will develop sufficient assets to effectively and sustainably fund ACPA’s efforts to provide excellent professional development opportunities to members, advance knowledge in the field, and support the transformative effect of education in the lives of college students.

In order to fulfill its purpose and mission, the Foundation invites members and non-members alike to provide philanthropic support for ACPA's vital initiatives involving research, scholarship, professional development and leadership program.