PAS and Research Centers Staff

PAS Staff

A diligent staff conducts the operational and organizational needs of the department. They run the program's day-to-day activities, academics, initiate new projects, and seek new grants.

  • Kelly Coffey, Program Assistant
    General inquiries, undergraduate and graduate academics and funding, visiting scholars, and communications.
    african-studies@northwestern.edu or 847-491-7323
  • Kate Dargis, Assistant Director
    Programming, co-sponsorships, working papers, newsletter, and grant development
    k-dargis@northwestern.edu or 847-491-7325

Research Centers Staff:

Institute for the Study of Islamic Thought in Africa (ISITA)