La Toya Glenn, PhD
La Toya Glenn, PhD, is a dedicated leader in education and assistive technology, currently serving as a professor at Walden University while supporting Grady Hospital through her expertise in inclusive learning systems and student accommodations. With a PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, she has built a career focused on designing equity-centered solutions that improve access, compliance, and outcomes for learners across K–12 and higher education settings. La Toya is also pursuing a Master of Studies in Law and Compliance at the University of Southern California, further enhancing her ability to navigate the legal frameworks governing education and workplace equity.
Throughout her career, La Toya has demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability, balancing her professional achievements with raising three children. She has led district-wide assistive technology programs, trained educators, and collaborated with administrators and legal teams to create systems that remove barriers for diverse learners. Her work emphasizes both legal compliance and practical implementation, ensuring that educational environments are inclusive, supportive, and effective for all students.
La Toya’s dedication to education extends beyond her administrative and consulting roles. She has published research on the well-being of educators transitioning to online teaching, contributed to professional development programs, and mentored emerging leaders in her field. Her career reflects a deep commitment to equity, advocacy, and innovation in education, making her a recognized and respected figure in both academic and healthcare-support communities.
• ASHA PDH
• Selective Mutism Certificate
• Applied Legal Research: Administrative Law Certificate
• Applied Legal Research: Case Law Certificate
• Applied Legal Research: Statutory Law Certificate
• Sexual Assault Prevention Certificate
• Professional Development EdTech
• Diversity Equity, and Inclusion Certificate
• JAWS Convenient OCR w/ PEARL Camera
• Doctoral Student Researchers
• SLP-A
• University of Southern California- M.S.L.
• Walden University- Ph.D.
• Walden University- M.Phil.
• California State University, Northridge- M.S.
• Nova Southeastern University
• Emory University
• Georgia State University- A.S.
• Clayton State University- B.S.
• Don E. Ackerman Research Grant in Educational Leadership
• GA Tech's 2023 Focus Scholar
• GA Tech's 2021 Focus Scholar
• Psi Chi Honor Society
• Harvard Business Review Advisory Council
• Blacks in Industrial Organizational Psychology
• Society for Industrial Organizational Psychology
• National Society of Leadership
• Golden Key Honors Society
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to being adaptable, embracing change, and consistently finding ways to problem-solve.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is: when you don’t know the answer, ask questions—don’t people-please or stay silent, just ask.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this field is to do your research, ask experienced professionals questions, and shadow others to see if the career aligns with your goals and aspirations.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field right now is the lack of clear guidelines and structure around my role.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in my work and personal life are being open to change and practicing cultural competency, while also making time for reflection, travel, nature, and personal growth.