“I first heard Dr. James M. Van Wyck speak when he moderated a panel in Jan. 2021, about how to build a better graduate education across universities. I reached out for an informational interview, and he was incredibly generous with his advice and time. He is clearly organized, thinks strategically, and is strikingly always one step ahead of the game. He granted me keen and specific advice–the type that I had not heard from others in his position as a graduate education professional. I look forward to staying in touch with James, and to collaborating with him on graduate student-focused ventures in the future.”

Alex G., University of Virginia

“In your first meeting with James—likely during his initial insights and first followup questions—there’s a chance you’ll be caught off guard by how uncommonly well he’s been attending to your situation. You immediately recognize that you’re getting expert solutions from an intellectually gifted adviser who cares about the best interests of his advisees. This describes my experience, first as his advisee in graduate professional development at Princeton University, and later when I began to benefit from his guidance on broader initiatives. James deftly draws upon an impressive range of information, professional contacts, know-how, and much more, which makes him an excellent resource to seek out. I recommend James without hesitation to any motivated individual or organization in search of clarity, direction, or empowerment.”

Jonathan H.