Meet Alex!

Alex
Klapperich
Academic & Career Coach
Alex Klapperich smiles at the camera, looking slightly over her shoulder.

How to Pronounce My Name

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First Name (Alex): AL-ix. Last Name (Klapperich): KLA-per-rich. (the a uses the short "a" sound as in "apple")

Pronouns

she/her/hers

Education

PhD in Comparative and International Development Education from the University of Minnesota; M.A. in Early Childhood Studies from Toronto Metropolitan University; M.Sc. in Human Rights from the London School of Economics; B.Soc.Sc. in Political Science from the University of Ottawa.

Fun Facts

When I was a little kid some of my artwork was used in a movie as part of a kid's bedroom. I enjoy spending time with friends and family, traveling, reading, and I'm trying to become a better baker.

Best advice for students exploring majors

Exploring majors is a great time to be curious and connect with yourself. It's an opportunity to reflect on your values, how you like to spend your time as a student, and the kinds of problems you are interested in learning about and addressing. You can apply the new things you learn and the things you already know about yourself to find a major that is the right fit. Also, you are not alone- there are people to help you in your journey.

What I love most about working at CAPE

My wonderful colleagues and the amazing students I get to meet and work with. CAPE feels like a very hopeful space. 

What I wanted to be when I grew up

Marine Biologist 


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