Alicia McCormick

Alicia McCormick is a higher education professional, educator, foster parent, and advocate dedicated to supporting children, families, and individuals with diverse needs. She has built her professional career at Biola University, where she currently serves as Director of Graduate Program for the Health Division SSTH. Previously, she worked as Manager of Accreditation and Licensure and Administrative Coordinator, developing extensive experience in academic administration, program management, accreditation, and licensure. Alicia earned a PhD in Educational Studies from Biola University, along with a Master of Arts in Christian Studies with an emphasis in Christian Leadership from Grand Canyon University. Beyond higher education, Alicia is deeply committed to foster care and family advocacy. Through her work as an Emergency Shelter Home provider, she cares for infants and young children during periods of transition, often serving as a source of stability while children await reunification, placement with relatives, or another permanent family. Through her writing on eshmomlife.com, she shares thoughtful perspectives on the realities of fostering, including mental health, attachment, community support, court processes, and the emotional challenges of caring for children without always seeing the long-term results of her efforts. Her professional and personal work reflects a strong commitment to compassion, advocacy, faith, and creating supportive communities for vulnerable children and families. Through education, foster care, writing, and community service, Alicia continues to champion the importance of showing up for others and providing meaningful support during some of life's most challenging transitions.