Bonnie Ferri is the vice provost for Graduate and Postdoctoral Education at Georgia Tech, and a professor in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE). Dr. Ferri previously was the vice provost for Graduate Education and Faculty Development and held associate chair positions in ECE, both for undergraduate and for graduate studies.

She has received many honors and awards including the 2017 IEEE Undergraduate Teaching Award and the 2016 Regent’s Award for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Ferri was the co-chair of a Georgia Tech campuswide commission on the future of higher education, and she was an invited speaker at a National Academy of Engineering workshop on education. Ferri has also been active with the IEEE Control Systems Society and served two terms on its Board of Governors. She was the program chair for the 1998 American Control Conference and will be the general chair for that conference in 2022.

Ferri received a bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame and a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University. After earning these degrees, she worked as an engineer for Honeywell for two years before pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Georgia Tech. Ferri’s research interests include embedded control systems, engineering education, and real-time computing.

Joy Olabisi serves as the assistant vice provost for graduate admissions and academic affairs at Georgia Tech. In this role, she oversees the Office of Graduate Education, managing a team of dedicated professionals responsible for processing over 40,000 applications annually. She also serves as the primary liaison for Graduate Education, working closely with academic program leads, administrators, and various campus units to implement strategies and develop resources that reinforce best practices in admissions and ensure a cohesive and supportive environment for graduate students.

Prior to joining Georgia Tech, Dr. Olabisi was an Associate Professor of Management at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), where she was also appointed Director of the M.S. and B.S. in Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) programs. While at RIT, she taught courses in the areas of organizational behavior, high-performance teams, and negotiations. She also served as a Faculty Senator as well as on several other college and institute-wide committees. Olabisi is an Honor Roll for Responsible Research in Business and Management award recipient as well as a member of the Sloan Scholars Mentoring Network, where she received a grant to study post-pandemic immigrant entrepreneurial activity. Her research interests focus on organizational learning, knowledge management, and community-oriented entrepreneurship within emerging markets, with an emphasis on embeddedness and networks.

Joy Olabisi received a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Georgia Tech. She earned her M.S. and PhD degrees in Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan. She is passionate about mentoring and empowering students to access educational and workforce opportunities and in her spare time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.

Delacy Carpenter serves as the Graduate and Community Program Manager for Student and Campus Event Centers at Georgia Tech. In this role, she oversees three events reservations spaces, supervises a combined undergraduate/graduate student staff team, and coordinates social programming for graduate students across campus. Prior to this role, she served as a Residence Hall Director at Baylor University, an Assistant Site Lead at Northeastern University, and a Residence Hall Director at Sam Houston State University. Delacy earned a B.S. in Psychology from Georgia Southern University, an M.S. in Community Counseling from Columbus State University, and an M.S.Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from Baylor University. She is currently pursuing an Ed.D. in Student Affairs Leadership from the University of Georgia. Delacy is passionate about holistic student development, professional development opportunities for both student and professional staff, and making sure students have fun while learning outside the classroom.

As the Director of Strategic Operations within the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Education (GPE), Jaydale Codrington-Poyotte manages personnel support, space and equipment management, budgets and financial planning, project management, and strategic planning. She recently completed a Project Management certification that will help GPE keep on track in pursuing their contributions to the Institute Strategic Plan.

Elizabeth Hazzard is a program support coordinator within the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Education, with nearly a decade of experience spanning higher education administration, writing, and hospitality. She earned her B.A. in English with a concentration in Creative Writing and a minor in African American Studies from Georgia State University, graduating summa cum laude. Throughout her career, Elizabeth has combined her passion for writing and communication with her strengths in organization, collaboration, and supporting meaningful initiatives. As a writer, she is especially passionate about using her voice to highlight the experiences of marginalized communities and create work that informs, empowers, and inspires.

Casey Hendricks serves as the Program Support Coordinator for Graduate and Postdoctoral Education and is an event extraordinaire. Casey is a higher education professional with 16 years of experience in academic affairs, graduate admissions, event coordination, student services, and communications.

With a talent for turning complex ideas into well-executed programs and events, Casey is experienced in leading initiatives, managing budgets and partnerships, and developing programs that support student and institutional success. Known for being collaborative, organized, and detail-oriented, Casey brings strong communication skills and a passion for creating engaging experiences for the graduate and postdoctoral community.

Elizabeth Henry serves as the Director of Graduate Advising Operations & Engagement at the Georgia Institute of Technology. In this role, she leads the implementation and management of Navigate360, Georgia Tech's graduate advising platform, which supports student success by tracking degree milestones and enhancing advising engagement. She partners closely with graduate program coordinators and directors to assess advising infrastructure, identify program needs, and provide training on best practices in academic advising and student support.

Prior to joining Georgia Tech's Office of Graduate Education, Dr. Henry served as Director of Physician Assistant Operations and Senior Director of Graduate Studies at Agnes Scott College, where she also advised students in the Dual Degree Engineering and Computer Science Program and served as the faculty advisor for the Young Physicians Initiative.

Dr. Henry earned a Bachelor of Science in History, Technology, and Society from Georgia Tech and an M.Ed., Ed.S., and Ph.D. in History from Georgia State University. Drawing on extensive experience in higher education leadership and nonprofit board service, she has expertise in strategic planning, organizational transformation, governance, and partnership development. She is passionate about developing leaders and advancing initiatives that strengthen organizations, address critical societal challenges, and expand community impact.

Brittani Hill is the Marketing and Communications Manager in Georgia Tech’s Office of Graduate Education, where she leads strategic communications, creative direction, and event marketing to elevate graduate and postdoctoral education. She brings over a decade of experience in communications and marketing across K–12 education, the corporate sector, and higher education.

A passionate storyteller and effective collaborator, Brittani takes pride in curating campaigns and initiatives that amplify the voices and experiences of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. She holds a BA in Communications and Public Relations from Georgia Southern University and serves on the Communications Committee for the Georgia Council of Graduate Schools (GCGS). She is driven by a commitment to inclusive storytelling, intentional design, and building community through impactful engagement.

Tiana Hom is the web developer for Georgia Tech's Graduate and Postdoctoral Education (GPE), where she designs, develops, maintains, and enhances the unit’s websites. She earned a B.S. in Computer Science from Georgia Tech and joined GPE in 2021. Driven by a desire to provide accessible services and enhanced experiences for graduate students and postdocs, she ensures the unit’s websites are efficient and effective for their users.

Tammy M. McCoy, Ph.D., is the Assistant Director for TA Development and Future Faculty Initiatives at the Georgia Tech Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). She actively supports graduate students and post-docs pursuing college teaching careers through TA training, academic career development, and teaching certification. Dr. McCoy earned a Ph.D. and completed a postdoc in materials science and engineering at Georgia Tech, an M.S. in materials engineering from Auburn University, and a B.S. in mechanical engineering from Mississippi State University. She taught science at Benjamin Banneker High School, was an instructor in Spelman College's Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, and was an adjunct instructor in Georgia Perimeter College's Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Engineering. Dr. McCoy’s educational approach is connecting, caring for, cheering, and championing others. She aims to cultivate inclusive and supportive spaces that value, empower, and inspire ALL. Dr. McCoy is also a dedicated member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

Christian Middleton has built a career centered on student support, mentorship, and academic program development. She currently serves as the Academic Program Manager for the M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Robotics, where she provides academic guidance, coordinates key initiatives, and collaborates with faculty, students, and campus partners to ensure a positive and enriching academic experience.

Throughout her career, she has worked closely with both undergraduate and graduate students, offering individualized advising and leading programs that promote academic success, career readiness, and personal growth. Her approach is rooted in compassion, purpose, and a deep commitment to helping students reach their fullest potential.

Collaboration has been a cornerstone of her work. She has partnered with deans, faculty, career centers, and departmental units to create holistic student services and experiences. She is also known for organizing impactful events—from orientation sessions and leadership workshops to professional development programs—that foster community and connection.

Christian holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of West Georgia and a Master of Divinity from the Interdenominational Theological Center. What drives her most is the opportunity to serve others, uplift students, and support their journeys through higher education with care, intention, and integrity.

Dr. Staiculescu serves as Assistant Director of Graduate Affairs in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Georgia Tech, where she supports the academic advising and professional development of approximately 650 Ph.D. students. She also leads the ECE Student Hiring team, overseeing student appointments and award payments for undergraduate and graduate students across the School.

She earned her M.S. (1998) and Ph.D. (2001) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Her professional and teaching interests include graduate teaching assistant training and professional communications. She has contributed to research on GTA training and peer mentoring for graduate students, with publications in IEEE EDUCON and IEEE Potentials.