Joanne Brown has been the Manager of Science Laboratories and Materials at Haverford College since June 2002. She manages the sourcing, purchasing, receiving, delivery and inventory processes for all equipment and chemicals in the science teaching and research programs.

Joanne majored in biology at Chestnut Hill College, graduating in 1991. She eventually earned a Masters in Safety Management and also an MBA in Management, both from St. Joseph’s University.  Joanne has been active in her professional association, NAOSMM, for over 25 years and has held multiple leadership positions with that organization including President, Treasurer and Auditor. At Haverford, Joanne enjoys serving on many committees and being active in the Staff Association. In her spare time, she enjoys sudoku and word puzzles, and spending time with family and friends.