Department of Education

Hometown: Arlington, Massachusetts 

Education: University of Massachusetts Dartmouth B.A. History, minor in Political Science American University Master of Public Policy and Public Administration, Class of 2024 

Abel Negussie was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and raised in Arlington, just outside the city. He holds a bachelor’s degree in History and Political Science from UMass Dartmouth and a master’s in Public Policy and Public Administration from American University. His academic and professional experiences reflect a strong commitment to public service. He has worked on both education and transportation policy—supporting municipalities through grant programs at the Massachusetts Department of Transportation and working as a teaching assistant for Arlington Public Schools. Outside of his professional and academic pursuits, he is an avid fan of Boston sports and enjoys staying active through running and training for marathons.