IRA SENGUPTA
Appointed to the Renton Technical College Board of Trustees in December 2004.
Career Profile:
Works as the Executive Director for the Cross Cultural Health Care Program and
has worked in cross cultural issues in health and social services for the past
14 years. Areas of focus include cultural competency training, community based
research, and organizational assessments.
Education Profile:
Currently enrolled in the Doctoral program in Human and Organizational
Development at the Fielding Graduate Institute. Received her Masters in English
from Jadavpur University, India.
Community Involvement:
Member of the National Committee for Development of Cultural Competence
Curriculum for Primary Care Physicians
Member of the Expert Panel on the National Initiative for Children’s Health
Quality
President of the Indian Association of Western Washington
PTA President at Ridgewood Elementary and Meeker Junior High School
Received the Governor’s Award for Volunteer of the Year in 1989
Why are you a Renton Technical College Trustee?
“Community responsive education is my interest and focus. Renton Technical
College is building community capacity and strength everyday with its multitude
of educational programs. It is my honor and privilege to support this vital
endeavor to ensure a viable future for all our communities.”
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