Biography

Janine K. Burgess, MPA is a seasoned professional with over 14 years of experience and sound knowledge in research administration. Before joining Howard University, Janine served as the Executive Director of the Office of Sponsored Programs at Marymount University in Arlington, VA. In that role, she expanded the office from a single-person operation to a team of six, while also significantly increasing the grant revenue portfolio from $3 million to $20 million. Prior to this position, Janine led the sponsored programs office at March of Dimes in Arlington, VA and successfully secured over $3 million in funding for various Non-Profit initiatives. Janine also brings a wealth of experience from leadership roles at prominent institutions including Children’s National, Columbia University, and Weill Cornell Medical College.

A native of The Bronx, New York, Janine holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Education and Promotion from City University of New York (CUNY) Lehman College. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s in Public Administration specializing in Non-Profit Management from CUNY Baruch College and earned a certificate in Human Resource Management from Pace University.

Janine is an active member of the National Council for University Research Administrators, Society of Research Administrators International, and the Society for Human Resource Management. She is also a proud member of the Illustrious Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.

In her free time, Janine enjoys exploring new restaurants, honing her culinary skills, and traveling with her 9-year-old daughter. A fitness enthusiast, Janine loves boxing and professionally trains at Mayweather Boxing and Fitness. She lives by her personal motto: to be a D.O.E.R. Determined, Optimistic, Enthusiastic, and Ready for Action.