Rachel Sorenson is an assistant professor of music education at Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, Georgia. She holds degrees in music education from Stetson University (BME) and Florida State University (MME, PhD). Prior to moving into higher education, she served as a band director in the Central Florida area. An active scholar, her research interests include pre-service music teacher preparation, mentoring, and the Impostor Phenomenon. At KSU, Dr. Sorenson teaches courses such as instrumental methods, brass and woodwind techniques, advanced pedagogy, arranging, and instrumental programming. In addition, she supervises student teachers in band programs throughout the metropolitan Atlanta area.
