Sandra Cruz Fuentes

Welcome! I am Sandra, a Sociologist with a postgraduate degree in Education and currently dedicated to obtaining a Doctorate in Education, Education Policy Concentration. With an extensive career at the University of Chile and previous experience in the Chilean Ministry of Education, this virtual space represents my platform to share information about my academic and professional career, along with analysis, reflections and discoveries related to the educational field. I will also share my experience as a Fulbrighter scholar and student at George Washington University. I invite you to explore with me the complexities of research and education. Let’s discover together how to contribute to education!

Ph.D. in Education:
Education Policy Concentration

  • Embarking on my academic path, I navigate a versatile curriculum blending diverse disciplines. This approach equips me with skills to systematically tackle complex educational issues.
  • Within this program, a vibrant research environment enhances my expertise in evaluating educational challenges and their broader social contexts. It’s a holistic perspective that digs deep into multifaceted problems.
  • Diving into contemporary education issues, I explore topics from schooling reform to funding equity, teacher quality, and accountability. The coursework exposes me to diverse perspectives, fostering a comprehensive understanding.
  • Crucially, my educational journey includes continuous development of research skills. Engaging with faculty and researchers, I actively contribute to hands-on projects, with the expectation to produce impactful and publishable research. It’s a dynamic experience emphasizing the program’s commitment to cultivating professionals who make meaningful contributions to education.

Exploring Education, Illuminating Minds: Where Research Shapes the Future of Learning.»

Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures: Navigating the Educational Landscape with Sandra Cruz Fuentes

Academic Journey


Follow my academic path as a Sociologist with a postgraduate degree in Education, currently pursuing a Doctorate in Education with a concentration in Education Policy.

University of Chile Experience

Delve into my extensive career at the University of Chile, where I’ve been involved in shaping the educational landscape.

Ministry of Education Insights

Gain insights from my previous experience working with the Chilean Ministry of Education, offering a unique perspective on education policy and implementation.

Fulbrighter Scholar at GWU

Join me on my Fulbrighter journey and my experiences as a student at George Washington University, exploring the intersection of global perspectives in education.

Analytical Discourse

Engage in thoughtful analysis, reflections, and discoveries related to the educational field as I share my thoughts and insights on various topics.

Contributing to Education

Let’s explore together how we can contribute to education and make a positive impact on the future. Join me in uncovering the complexities of research and education.

“Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think”

Albert Einstein

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