About
Taylor Whirley is an Admissions Coordinator at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy. She earned her M.Ed. in Student Affairs and Higher Education in 2026 after completing her B.A. from the University of Virginia in 2025, where she studied at the Batten School and double majored in African American and African Studies. As both an alumnus and staff member of Batten, Taylor brings a unique perspective to her role, with a strong interest in education policy and its impact on access and opportunity in higher education. She is committed to supporting prospective students through the admissions process while advancing the School’s mission of developing ethical and effective leaders.