Daniel West

Daniel West is a Research Fellow at the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research, part of North Carolina State University's College of Education. His work focuses on advancing understanding of community college systems, educational policy, and leadership practices in higher education. Affiliated with the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, he contributes to research initiatives aimed at improving academic access and institutional effectiveness.

Research interests include workforce development strategies within community colleges, policy implications for equity in education, and leadership models for transformative educational institutions. His interdisciplinary approach addresses challenges in scaling educational programs and measuring institutional impact.

No publications or awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Professional activities likely include collaborative projects with the Friday Institute and Belk Center teams, though specific grants or advising roles are not detailed here.