Taryne M. Mingo

Biography:

Taryne Mingo, Ph.D., is an assistant professor of school counseling in the Department of Counseling at UNC Charlotte. Dr. Mingo has a professional background in elementary school counseling, racial identity development, and advocating for social justice across P-16 settings. Her research interests at the K-12 level of education include supporting inclusive classrooms and schools, specifically for elementary-aged students of color, and promoting an intersectional approach to address the academic, social and emotional needs of diverse children. In addition, Dr. Mingo’s research interests at the post-secondary level of education include incorporating womanist theory into counselor preparation programs, and encouraging counselor educators to adopt an intersectional lens of mentoring women of color doctoral students.

Highest Degree:

Ph.D.

Highest Degree Institution:

The University of Georgia

College/Organization:

Cato College of Education