Willy’s doctoral dissertation examines the rise, growth and development of private universities in Bolivia using the sociological new institutionalism as a theoretical framework. His study intends to shed light on the characteristics of private universities as well as the similarities and differences among them. He has completed his master’s degree in educational administration of higher education at Southern Illinois University under the sponsorship of the Fulbright LASPAU program. In addition, Willy has over a decade of professional experience in higher education management, teaching and research. Other areas of his interest include higher education, educational policy, educational leadership and quality assurance in higher education. Since 2024, Willy has joined PROPHE as a doctoral research assistant.
