In 2013, Lee helped found the National Science & Technology News Service, a media literacy initiative to bring more science news to African-American audiences and promote science news source diversity in mainstream media.

AYisha fullerton, M.A.

Secretary

Ayisha L. Fullerton serves as Principal of The Frederick Douglass Academy (FDA) in Harlem, New York, one of the largest secondary schools in Harlem. Prior to joining FDA, Ayisha spent more than fifteen years with New York City’s public schools as a physics teacher, administrator, and a Director of School Renewal. She has dedicated her career to mentoring underrepresented youth and inspiring a deep love for science, while working to promote equity and inclusiveness in STEM fields.

Ayisha received her B.S. in Physics from Norfolk State University, an M.A. in Physics Education from Hunter College,and an M.A. in Educational Leadership from Baruch College. A Brooklyn native, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and loves to travel the world.

Jeffrey Gonda, Ph.D.

Treasurer

Dr. Jeffrey Gonda is an Assistant Professor at the Maxwell School of Citizenship & Public Affairs at Syracuse University. He holds a joint Ph.D. in History and African American Studies from Yale University. His research explores the intersections of gender, race, and civil rights protest in the 20th Century.