Pascal Losambe, Ph.D., is the Director of Diversity and Community Life at Columbus Academy. He initially joined the Academy as the Upper School Dean of Students and later took on the role of Special Assistant to the Head of School for Student Outreach during the 2020-21 school year. With over a decade of experience in teaching and administration within independent schools, Dr. Losambe is deeply committed to student development and educational leadership. Dr. Losambe earned his undergraduate degree in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from Middlebury College, a master’s degree in Biology from Boston College, and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Administration from Purdue University. He has served on the Equity and Justice Committee for the Independent School Association of the Central States (ISACS) and has frequently presented at National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Conferences. He was also recently invited to join the advisory board for Purdue University’s Department of Education and Policy Studies. In addition to his work in education, Dr. Losambe is an author and thought leader. In January 2023, he and his wife, Dr. Crystal Losambe, co-authored Breaking the Barriers to Belonging: United by Our Biology and Shared Humanity, a book that explores the intersection of neuroscience and belonging. In recognition of his contributions to education, he was honored with the Mahogany Columbus Outstanding Educator Award. Dr. Losambe lives with his wife, Crystal, and their two young children, in Blacklick.
- B.A. Middlebury College , Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
- M.S. Boston College , Biology
- Ph.D. Purdue University , Educational Leadership & Administration
