Dr. Diana Cordova

Professor

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Biography

Diana Cordova is a Clinical Professor and the Academic Director of the Kellogg Executive Leadership Institute at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University. With a Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Stanford University and a B.A. from Smith College, she has a rich history in political education and leadership development. Diana previously served as Vice President of Leadership Programs at the American Council on Education (ACE), where she oversaw various initiatives aimed at advancing diversity in higher education leadership. During her tenure, she designed and launched the ACE Institute for New Presidents and worked closely with senior higher education administrators. Diana has taught courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels at Yale University, gaining a reputation for her dynamic teaching style and commitment to student engagement. She has consulted for Fortune 500 companies on leadership development strategies. Diana is also a board member of the Family Institute at Northwestern University and has received accolades for her contributions to teaching and mentoring, including the Lex Hixon '63 Prize for Teaching Excellence in Social Sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor and Academic Director

2013-01-01 — Present

Kellogg School of Management • Evanston, IL

Serves as a Clinical Professor and directs the Kellogg Executive Leadership Institute, focusing on leadership development.

Vice President of Leadership Programs

2012-01-01 — 2013-01-01

American Council on Education •

Oversaw leadership programs and developed initiatives to advance diversity in higher education administration.

Assistant Dean

2000-01-01 — 2003-01-01

Yale University, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences •

Worked closely with the Dean to enhance the profile of the graduate school.

Assistant Professor

1993-01-01 — 1994-01-01

University of Michigan, Department of Psychology •

Taught courses in psychology and contributed to research in the field.

Assistant Professor

1994-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Yale University, Department of Psychology •

Taught courses in social psychology, establishing a strong profile as an engaging educator.

Awards

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Lex Hixon '63 Prize for Teaching Excellence in Social Sciences

1999-01-01

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.