Cassidy is a seasoned higher education professional with a background in ensuring equitable educational spaces. She has worked to design, implement, and organize accessible online and in person educational materials so that all people who want to learn can learn without any barriers. Cassidy holds a B.A in English Literature, and an M.Ed in Education Administration from Harvard Graduate School of Education. She has used education as a tool to propel herself from poverty and continues to work to ensure all students have the same opportunities. Her favorite childhood book was Oh, The Places You’ll Go! by Dr. Seuss because it encouraged her to succeed in life and confront barriers.