Joe Dorri
Founder & PresidenT

"Be who you needed when you were younger." Is an adage that directs Joe's life. He was once a failing high school, depressed and unsure about his career, major, and college choice.

Today he uses research and his experiences and to help young people navigate college, be healthy, gain a purpose, and discover fulfilling careers. 

He does this through presentations & workshops, a screening tool, and a book on college and life success. 

Joe's accolades include: 

• Recognized by the California State Legislature for his academics, leadership, and service.
• Recipient of the Most Promising Future Educator Scholarship by the Santa Clarita Retired Teachers' Association.​
• Graduated in the top 69 among two million California college students.
• Selected and shared his research at the prestigious Western Psychological Association's convention.
• Ed Walsh Service Award by the honors society Alpha Gamma Sigma.
• He has also led and started various student organizations and participated in an internship and a research assistantship while in college.

He has attended various higher education institutions, including community colleges; private universities; and philosophy, art, and technology schools. This has provided him with deep insight into the various challenges students face. 

​His experiences include working as a psychology instructor, researcher, author, tutor, martial arts teacher, and educational coach.

Joe spends most of his time expanding the Student Success Survey (S3) and partnering with organizations and institutions to bring his message to their students. 
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When not working for The Good Student, he is enjoying a cup of green tea, walking his dogs, and making new friends.