She is a recent graduate of Texas A&M University, whereby she earned her doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Urban Education Policy. Prior to obtaining her Ph.D. she received both her Bachelor’s (North Carolina A&T State University) and Master’s (Texas A&M University) in Political Science. Dr. Butler’s existing publication record consists of several referred journal articles, book chapters, and policy reports; all of which highlight her research interests in issues of equity, representation, and achievement among vulnerable populations, particularly students of color, in K-12 urban settings.