Laura Jones is the director of the Diversity & Intercultural Center at Lawrence University. She began her professional career at the Boys and Girls Club as a Scholars on Target to Achieve Results (STAR) Coordinator, focusing on closing the opportunity gap for Black and African American students.
This role ignited her commitment to supporting underrepresented communities, a passion that led her to join African Heritage, Inc. as the Social and Community Outreach Service Director after years of volunteering with the organization. She continues to serve with African Heritage, Inc. as a member and volunteer, and as a mentor with the organization Lovin’ the Skin I’m In, which focuses on connecting and uplifting Black and Brown girls in Northeast Wisconsin.
Laura also plays a key role in Umoja, a conference for transracial adoptees and their families, where she develops children’s curricula and recruits local college students to participate as mentors. She is co-author of Teaching Beautiful, Brilliant Black Girls and an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Laura graduated with a degree in sociology from St. Norbert College and, in May 2021, earned her master’s degree in Student Affairs Administration. She is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in Educational Management at Hampton University, reflecting her dedication to lifelong learning and leadership in higher education.
