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Equity Leader: Amy Murray
Get to Know Dr. Murray
Quick Facts
- Ed.D. Graduation Year: 2019
- Position when you first started the Ed.D. program: Art Teacher, 504 program Coordinator
- Position that you currently hold: As soon as I graduated, I was hired as an Assistant Principal. It was an interim position (covering for an extended leave), so I'm currently looking for an administration position. I'm also interested in working with pre-service teacher credential students.
Get to know her work
- Integrating "White" America through the erosion of White Supremacy: Promoting an inclusive Humanist White identity in the United States 2020. Critical Questions in Education.
Inspirational Quote
Always remember that what lies ahead of you, and what lies behind you, is nothing compared to what lies within you.
— Amy Murray
Interview
How did your doctorate prepare you for this particular career trajectory?
My doctorate degree gave me a stronger understanding of research, what it means to really analyze data, and how theory connects to practice.
Transformative Leadership means …
Opening doors of possibility, bringing people together for the common good, embracing diversity, thinking creatively, and putting it all together to make necessary changes.
Advice for Prospective Ed.D. Students?
You can do it. Reach out to fellow alumni for support. We're rooting for you!
Any Thank Yous?
It has been an incredible experience to be able to write with Dr. Borunda and faculty in the College of Education.
Become a Leader in Education
Are you inspired by Dr. Murray? Ready to advance your career in Education and learn the skills necessary to Champion Change in Educational Leadership and Public Policy?
Without you, change doesn't happen.
If you're ready to make a difference as a school district superintendent, school principal, community college administrator, governmental analyst, community outreach program administrator, or other educational leader—the Sacramento State Educational Doctorate (Ed.D.) program can advance you on your path.
To find out if you have what it takes to be a Doctor of Education – a transformational leader who can make change happen in your organization – join us at an information session.