Meet Dr. Crystal Harrell
A message of thanks to her donors:
"Thank you for believing in this work and for supporting my project through the PIFA Accelerator. As a first-generation student who once struggled to navigate higher education alone, I’m excited to begin developing the IQ App so more students can receive the personalized guidance and emotional support they deserve. Your contribution is truly helping us build a future where student well-being is prioritized and accessible."
Goal: The IQ App closes equity gaps in higher education by offering holistic, culturally responsive support that addresses both academic and well-being needs.
The Need: Crystal’s project is designed to support first-generation, low-income, and underserved students. Her IQ App combines academic planning, personalized roadmaps, mindfulness nudges, and community meetups. The project’s broader impact will reduce dropout rates, relieve pressure on campus advisors, and provide data to inform equity-driven policy.
“My passion lies in creating something that I wish had existed for me: a holistic, affirming resource that understands the whole student—not just their grades, but their mental health, identity, and potential.”