College Bridge Staff Interviews


    Mr. Owynn Lancaster

    Vice President of Academic Strategy

    In part one of our new interview series,
    Owynn Lancaster sits down with Communication Coordinator Audra Burwell to reflect on how his diverse academic and teaching experiences, from linguistics to prisons to charter schools, shape his work today. He also shares his passion for helping educators thrive, the importance of interdisciplinary thinking, and yes… his dream of one day teaching on the moon.

    In the second part of our interview series, College Bridge VP of Academic Strategy, Owynn Lancaster, explores the realities of a typical workweek and how “typical” is always changing. From semester shifts to instructor support, he shares insight into what it takes to lead with flexibility and intention.

    How does Owynn Lancaster, VP of Academic Strategy, balance day-to-day support with big-picture planning in Math Bridge? In this segment, he shares how flexibility, legislative awareness, and a “Swiss army knife” mindset help him empower K-12 educators.

    In part four of our interview series, Owynn dives deep into the real work of bridging the K-12 and higher ed gap. He shares how he supports both high school instructors and college faculty in the Math Bridge Project, customizing his approach with empathy, dignity, and respect. He also sheds light on the unseen struggles high school math teachers face, often acting as both educator and guardian to their students.