Aspen Institute Names Everett Community College President Daria Willis A 2021 Ascend Fellow

Edmonds WA

08 October, 2021

7:38 PM

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Press release from Everett Community College: October 7, 2021 Washington, DC, Oct. 7, 2021 – Today, the Aspen Institute announced its 2021 Ascend Fellows, including Everett Community College President Daria Willis. This vanguard of 19 changemakers are committed to reinventing systems, unlocking potential and breaking barriers, so children and their families can thrive. "When I was in college, I was a single mom on food assistance struggling to make it through the day. As a college president, I have worked hard to expand access and opportunity for all students. I am honored to join the Ascend at the Aspen Institute to collaborate with leaders from across the country to transform systems and bring meaningful change to help families succeed," Willis said. This press release was produced by Everett Community College. The views expressed here are the author's own.