Our Experts
The Buffett Institute has subject-matter experts on hand to discuss or present on a variety of topics related to early childhood, including child development and education, workforce issues, policy, and more.
To request an interview or speaker, contact Ally Freeman (afreeman11@nebraska.edu).
Michelle Sarche, Ph.D.
Senior Director of Tribal Research, Policy, and Partnerships
Debora Wisneski, Ph.D.
John T. Langan Community Chair in Early Childhood Education, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Paula Thompson, Ed.D.
Cille and Ron Williams Community Chair for Early Childhood Education, University of Nebraska at Kearney
Philip Lai, Ph.D.
Cille and Ron Williams Community Chair for Early Childhood Education, University of Nebraska at Kearney
Julia Torquati, Ph.D.
Community Chair in Infant and Child Mental Health, University of Nebraska–Lincoln