Leadership Certificate Coach

Joy Das, Illinois Leadership Center Assistant Director

It's been an absolute pleasure getting to know Dulf. He came into our office with extensive experience in community leadership and a proactive attitude when it comes to self-development. Throughout his time at UIUC, he has very much focused on getting to know the campus and ways to engage with his new community. Through our conversations, he has shown motivation, ambition, and a drive to make the most of opportunities for growth and collaboration.

— Joy Das, Illinois Leadership Center Assistant Director

Coaching and guidance through the Illinois Leadership Center certificate program.

Joy Das

Assistant Director · Illinois Leadership Center

Joy Das is an experienced professional in higher education, student leadership development, and project management. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Wellesley College and a Master of Public Administration from Cornell University.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, she oversees leadership workshops, student groups, and student leadership awards. During her time at Cornell, she managed community-engaged learning initiatives and leadership programs.

Her M.P.A. work focused on economic and financial policy. She holds certifications in Psychological Safety, Infrastructure Project Management, and Finance.

Joy’s skills and interests include leadership, research, and community engagement—areas colleagues have endorsed. In her role, she continues to contribute to student leadership development and community engagement.

Thank you, Joy, for being my coach: guiding me through leadership inquiries, leading discussions on theories and life lessons, and supporting me throughout my endeavors.