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 Daniel Kong joins Wallin Education Partners as the Communications Design Associate, bringing a background in marketing, communications, and visual storytelling. His work centers on creating thoughtful, engaging content that helps elevate scholar stories, strengthen Wallin’s brand, and connect the organization’s mission to its broader community. Before joining Wallin, Daniel built experience across digital marketing, content creation, and brand strategy, with a focus on clear messaging and creative execution. He enjoys finding meaningful ways to translate ideas into visuals and communications that feel approachable, polished, and impactful. In his free time, Daniel enjoys exploring creative projects, following film and entertainment media, and creating digital content. Daniel serves as the Communications Design Associate. Alumni Board Member
She/Her Wallin Scholar - 2018 Cohort St. Mary's University  Alumni Board Member
She/Her Wallin Scholar - 2018 Cohort University of St. Thomas  Alumni Board Member
She/Her Wallin Scholar - 2018 Cohort University of Minnesota  Alumni Board Member
He/Him Wallin Scholar - 2012 Cohort University of St. Thomas  Firi is a first generation Oromo immigrant who grew up in the Twin Cities. She holds a Bachelor's in Psychology from Augsburg University and a Master's in Multicultural Teaching & Learning from the University of Minnesota. Her career in education and youth development spans across K-12 and most recently higher education with specialties in academic advising, career counseling, and leadership development. She is passionate about access and equity within education for all students and reducing barriers that have historically upheld systems of oppression and harm. In her free time she loves going on walks especially if it includes an iced coffee regardless of the temperature outside! Firi Dawid serves as a 4-Year Scholar Advisor
 As the Accounting Specialist, Danika supports Wallin Education Partners’ financial processes, keeping records of scholarship disbursements and daily accounts payable and receivable activity. The Accounting Specialist is an integral member of the finance and operations team, providing professional customer service to the internal and external users of Wallin’s financial systems. Outside of work, Danika is a published poet and enjoys reading, yoga, hiking, traveling, making art with her daughter, and spending time with friends. Danika holds a BA in English from the University of Minnesota and an MFA in Creative Writing from George Mason University. Danika serves as an Accounting Specialist
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