Christine Fandrich

Research Discipline/Bio

Christine Fandrich is a doctoral candidate in the Adult Learning and Leadership program at Teachers College, Columbia University. Prior to her doctoral studies, she served as the Coalition Engagement Manager at the Harvard Advanced Leadership Initiative. Christine began her career working on behalf of refugees, with experience in both resettlement and policy advocacy. She has held roles at the International Organization for Migration in Cairo, Egypt; the Centre for Migration and Refugee Studies at the European University Institute in Florence, Italy; and various international and nonprofit organizations. Christine’s scholarly work investigates the developmental and organizational dimensions of leadership for social good. Her dissertation focuses on how CEOs learn to engage with contentious sociopolitical issues, highlighting the intrapersonal, relational, and contextual factors that shape their public engagement.

Educational Background

Ed.M., International Education Policy, Harvard Graduate School of Education
MA, Global Affairs and Public Policy, The American University in Cairo
BA, Political Science, Syracuse University

Last Updated: Jun 30, 2025