Team Rousseau Foundation

“Dr. Christal Rousseau is a highly accomplished, board-certified family physician and senior instructor at the University of Colorado, with over 25 years of extensive experience enriching our nonprofit board. Her passion for social justice and commitment to addressing healthcare disparities have driven her remarkable career. With a strong dedication to serving underserved populations, Dr. Rousseau has actively volunteered for over two decades, consistently demonstrating her altruistic nature. Her expertise in working with complex clinical outcomes data provides valuable insights for informed decision-making in healthcare.

Dr. Rousseau completed her education and residency at the University of Colorado, giving her a profound understanding of the local healthcare landscape. As a board member, she brings cognitive diversity and enriches our discussions with her unique perspective from extensive experience in family medicine. Her commitment to addressing healthcare disparities aligns seamlessly with our nonprofit’s mission.

Dr. Rousseau’s special insights into healthcare challenges further underscore her value to our board. We are privileged to have her as a dedicated advocate and look forward to the positive impact of her experience and passion for social justice on our organization.”

Dr. Kenyatta N. Shamburger is a distinguished administrator and scholar with a rich history of contributions to higher education. He currently serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Talladega College (Talladega, AL).
 
Various leadership roles mark Dr. Shamburger’s journey in higher education administration. Before joining Talladega College, he was Chief of Staff at Philander Smith College (now University) in Little Rock, AR. His earlier administrative experiences include working at Iowa State University (Ames, IA), Clemson University (Clemson, SC), and Morehouse College (Atlanta, GA).
 
His academic credentials are equally impressive. A native of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Dr. Shamburger completed his Bachelor of Science in Political Science, with dual minors in Psychology and African American Studies, at Northeastern University (Boston, MA). He furthered his education and earned a master’s degree in Leadership and Administration from the Interdenominational Theological Center (Atlanta, GA) and a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from Iowa State University.
 
Dr. Shamburger’s commitment to education is evident in his research on faith-based Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), emphasizing leadership, faith, and spirituality. His passion for success, sustainability, and the rich legacies of HBCUs serve as a driving force in his professional endeavors.
 
In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Shamburger is actively involved in several organizations. He holds memberships in Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Golden Key International Honour Society, the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, and the Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society. He is also a fellow of the Higher Education Leadership Foundation’s Leadership Institute. Most recently, he was an inductee into the Martin Luther King Jr. Collegium of Scholars at Morehouse College.
 
Dr. Shamburger’s extensive experience in higher education administration, his scholarly focus on HBCUs, and his active community involvement make him an asset to any board of directors, where his insights and leadership can significantly contribute to organizational growth and societal impact

Rachael Rousseau-Shander earned her B.A. in Political Science from the University of Colorado – Boulder, where she engaged in advocacy work with local campaigns and action networks. She was a founding member of the Political Science Club and served as President of the Mock Trial team. She then pursued her J.D. at The Pennsylvania State University School of Law, where she was involved in various activities such as serving on the executive board of the John Reed Inn Chapter of Phi Delta Phi legal honors fraternity and competing nationally with the American Association for Justice (AAJ) and Phi Alpha Delta Mock Trial Teams. Upon graduation, she was inducted into the Order of the Barristers for her advocacy work. Following law school, Ms. Rousseau-Shander practiced child advocacy law in Florida, where she currently resides with her fiancé and cat, Cashew.