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Ryan White is an Associate Dean for Leadership Development and Applied Learning at Hope College, where he teaches courses in Leadership and Interdisciplinary Studies. He has been affiliated with Hope College since 2013 and oversees the First-Year Seminar Program and experiential learning initiatives, emphasizing alignment of personal strengths with purpose and life direction.
- Ed.D., Educational Psychology, University of Southern California (2009)
- Graduate Certificate in Coaching, Michigan State University (2007)
- M.Div., Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary (2004)
- B.A., Religious Studies, Psychology, Music, Grace Christian University (2001)
Ryan White specializes in leadership development, vocational discernment, and identity processing for undergraduate students. His work focuses on integrating applied learning into curricula to enhance career decision self-efficacy and purpose-driven education.
His leadership has secured multiple grants, including the Council of Independent Colleges NetVUE grants (2019–2025) for vocational development and program innovation. He has also managed significant grants like the Lilly Foundation’s Programs for the Theological Exploration of Vocation (2011–2013).
Scientific Awards and Recognition
- Best of Region Presentation, National Academic Advising Association Conference (2016)
- Burke, Hofman, Kolman Post-Doctoral Teaching Scholar Fellowship, University of Notre Dame (2009)
- Dissertation of the Year Nominee, University of Southern California (2009)
- Graduate Student Representative to Global Muslim Scholars, The American Studies Institute (2002)
