Caitlyn Krueger is currently pursuing her master's degree in International Education Development at Teachers College. She is passionate about creating equitable and sustainable educational practices, rooted in the belief that every learner deserves access to education that empowers and affirms their identity. Caitlyn’s interests include exploring the intersection between memory and educational development, as well as teacher learning and professional development. Prior to coming to Teachers College, Caitlyn taught General and Instrumental Music in upstate New York, with a focus on integrating Human Rights Education into the elementary classroom. Her experience in the classroom led her to explore the unique relationship between conflict resolution and the arts, specifically within countries in emergency settings. Additionally, Caitlyn has also volunteered with the International Rescue Committee, as an Adult Education Intern, supporting adult learners in refugee and resettlement contexts. Caitlyn holds a Bachelor of Music in Music Education, along with a minor in Atrocity Studies and Practices of Social Justice, from Syracuse University. In addition to her academic and professional pursuits, Caitlyn remains an active music educator and woodwind performer.