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Jeremy Harper

Studio portrait of Jeremy HarperInterim Managing Director

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Jeremy is the Interim Managing Director of the BUILD Program. Prior to this role, they were an instructional consultant with a background in teaching, student affairs, research ethics, violence prevention, and community organizing. Above all, Jeremy is passionate about helping students, faculty, and staff build safe, inclusive communities where every member has the support they need to be successful.

Although Jeremy was born near Seattle, they grew up here and consider Boise their home. After receiving their MA in Gender and Cultural Studies, they moved back home to be closer to their family. Since 2014, they have worked at Boise State–first as adjunct faculty in University Foundations and later as a Resident Director. Over the years, Jeremy has taught a number of courses–including courses on math, physics, gender studies, qualitative research methods, and game design. Additionally, they’ve facilitated workshops on inclusive teaching practices, LGBTQIA+ identities, multiracial identities, conflict mediation, Title IX protocols, and more.

Beyond their work in education, Jeremy is passionate about anti-violence work. They have served as a courthouse advocate for survivors of family violence and a hotline counselor for a rape crisis center. More recently, they worked with an organization dedicated to supporting currently and formerly incarcerated LGBTQIA+ people and people living with HIV/AIDS. When not working, Jeremy loves cooking, playing and designing games, hanging out with their partner and two dogs, and reading young adult novels.

Jeremy can assist you with:

  • Implementing equitable leadership, teaching, and grading practices
  • Navigating difficult conversations and environments (face-to face or virtual)
  • Developing student trust and safety in courses (face-to-face or virtual)
  • Diversifying your syllabus
  • Navigating and responding to microaggressions in various settings
  • Supporting LGBTQIA+ students and colleagues
  • Supporting formerly incarcerated and/or court-involved students
  • Utilizing games to engage students in topics of identity, diversity, and ethics
  • Helping students access campus and community resources

To request a consultation with Jeremy, please complete the BUILD Consultation Request Form.