RaJade M. Berry-James

Dr. RaJade M. Berry-James is a renowned expert in public administration and social equity. As Senior Associate Dean of Faculty and Academic Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University, she has spent over 35 years in higher education, driving inclusive excellence and academic excellence. A prolific author and educator, Dr. Berry-James has designed and taught award-winning courses on problem-solving, social equity, program evaluation, and research methods. Her research focuses on the theory and practice of social equity, and she has consulted on inclusive excellence, accreditation, evaluation, and assessment. Dr. Berry-James is a Fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA) and has held various leadership roles in professional organizations, including the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) and the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA). Explore her books and publications to discover insights on social equity, public administration, and inclusive excellence.