Kim Busse
Biography
Kim joined Brown University's First Year Experience team as an Area Coordinator in February 2026. She was born and raised in New York, but has lived in New England for most of her life following high school. Kim has a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and Secondary Education from Roger Williams University and a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology from University at Albany.
Prior to working at Brown, Kim served as a Community Director at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Here, she developed a passion for student wellbeing and thriving. Kim puts a strong focus on mental health and students' sense of belonging into her roles to ensure that students can truly shine, best succeed, and feel that they can call campus a home.
In her spare time, Kim enjoys reading, creating various crafts, completing puzzles, and adventuring around Rhode Island!