Program Leadership

The Clark Scholars Program team is committed to facilitating the success of our Scholars. 

This team includes the Faculty Director and Program Coordinator, but also includes a broader support network within the School of Engineering and Applied Science. In support of the Clark Scholars, our team maintains responsibility for program design and implementation, but also for facilitating broader engagement with the University community at large. Scholars are encouraged to to talk with program staff to help achieve their goals.

Alicia Cowan-Brown

Clark Scholars Program Coordinator

Alicia joined the Clark Scholars Program in 2022 as the Program Coordinator. Her responsibilities include program implementation, scholar engagement, and collaborating with various partners to improve the Engineering student experience.
Email adc3y@virginia.edu

Lakeshia J. Taite, Ph.D.

Clark Scholars Program Faculty Co-Director
Professor Lakeshia Taite, a Chemical Engineering professor and former Faculty Champion, joined the Clark Scholars Program as Co-Director in September 2024. In her role, she oversees Faculty Champions, co-teaches the Clark seminar, cultivates research and internship opportunities, and provides…
Email azv2gb@virginia.edu
Phone (434) 243-7220

Esther Tian, Ph.D.

Clark Scholars Program Faculty Co-Director
Professor Esther Tian, a First-Year Engineering professor, joined the Clark Scholars Program as Co-Director in September 2024. Her responsibilities include teaching in the summer program, first-year advising, co-teaching the Clark seminar, and cultivating a peer mentoring program. She oversees…
Email EstherTian@virginia.edu
Phone (434) 924-4570