Cathryn Smeyers is a manager in the Learning Studio at PwC. She graduated with high distinction from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in English and a minor in French and Francophone studies. After graduation,she earned an M.A. in teaching from National-Louis University in Chicago. She started her career as high school English teacher, whereshe was able to put into practice education theory and principles of instructional design.  From there, she moved into higher education administration positions at both Northwestern University and The University of Chicago.