Paula Farmer is an experienced professional in admissions and community engagement, currently serving as the Director of Community and Belonging at The Berkeley School since April 2021, following a tenure as Director of Admission at the same institution from October 2007 to October 2020. Paula's extensive background includes significant roles in enrollment management, community building, and multicultural leadership, along with experience in program development and marketing. Previous positions include Director of Admission at the San Francisco Art Institute, where enrollment increased by 15%, and Assistant Director of Admission at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, achieving a 20% annual enrollment growth. Educational qualifications include a Master of Fine Arts from Washington State University and dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Photography and Graphic Arts Technology from Florida A&M University.