Meet the Team

Welcome to the Bronx Research Institute for Community Solutions (BRICS), where we bring together academic research and grassroots action to tackle the complex challenges facing the Bronx. As an initiative spearheaded by the Center for Community Engaged Learning (CCEL), BRICS is committed to fostering meaningful collaborations between Fordham University scholars, community leaders, and local organizations.

Keisha Shay, Ph.D.

Co-Director, BRICS (Administration)

Director of Academic Development and Administration, The Center for Community Engaged Learning

Akane Zusho, Ph.D.

Co-Director, BRICS (Faculty) Professor, Graduate School of Education,

Fordham University

Dr. Emily Lopez

Emily Lopez, Ph.D. 

Senior Research Fellow, BRICS

Senior Director, Community Leadership Development, Graham Windham