John is involved in both student affairs and admissions-related activities for the Harvard Graduate School of Design (GSD) and is a member of the Dean's Diversity Committee. He is an accredited LEED Green Associate and holds an Ed.M. in International Educational Development from Boston University. Originally from Detroit, he has lived and worked abroad for several years, primarily in Spain. John is an active advocate for bicycle proliferation and is a member of the GSD Green Team.