Holly Kosiewicz

Holly Kosiewicz is an Assistant Professor of Instruction at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), affiliated with the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences. Her work focuses on higher education policy, particularly in community college systems, with an emphasis on student mental health, dual credit programs, and equitable educational access. She has conducted extensive research on Texas community colleges, examining issues such as student support systems, English learner identification, and developmental math policies. Her research bridges policy analysis, institutional strategy, and student outcomes.

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Her research interests span political science and political economy, with a practical focus on improving educational systems. She explores how community colleges can better support student mental health through policy interventions and institutional strategies. Recent studies highlight disparities in student placement practices and the impact of self-choice in academic pathways. Her work often emphasizes data-driven approaches to address systemic challenges in education.

Her publications reflect a consistent focus on community college ecosystems, including dual credit programs, developmental education reforms, and equity in resource allocation. Earlier research also included anthropological studies on indigenous communities in Bolivia, examining societal impacts of civilization.

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