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A 501(c)(3) Community Organization
Healing. Engaging. Restoring. Empowering... at The Well.
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is comprised of community leaders with expertise in a wide range of areas. The Board meets monthly and is responsible for securing the financial health of The Well Experience and making strategic decisions throughout their time of service.
Juanita Rogers
President
Originally a California native, Juanita Rogers has been an Urbana resident for over
twenty years. She and her husband, Michael, own and operate a group daycare
home that collaborates with Champaign County Head Start. They share a beautiful
blended family with seven children. Mrs. Rogers holds a Bachelor of Arts degree
and has been in Early Childhood Education for over 30 years. She is a part of the
Youth Department at her church, is a member of the Urbana #116 District Equity
Leadership Team, and regularly attends PTO meetings at King Elementary School.
Juanita has been involved in programs at The Well Experience since its inception.
Her family attends several programs, and she volunteers her services and support
without reservation. Juanita loves cooking, Neo-Soul music, reading, and spending
time with her family.
Juanita Rogers is the president of The Well Experience's Board of Directors and
has served on the board for four years.
Tim Rowell
Vice President
Tim Rowell is a retired teacher who taught middle and high
school students and college students for eight years at the
University of Illinois. He holds a Master's Degree in
Education and History and is certified to teach math and
social studies.
Tim has been married to Kathi for nearly fifty
years. They have two daughters and five grandchildren.
Tim's main creative outlet for the past seven years has
been singing in the Baroque Artists of Champaign-Urbana
chorus. He has been a member of Twin City Bible Church
for many years and currently attends CU Christian Church.
Tim serves as the Vice President of the Board of Directors
and has been a member for two years.
Jasmine Henderson
Meet the Founders of The Well Experience
Stephanie Cockrell
Founder | Executive Director
Quandra Clark
Founder | Director of Operations
As a gifted vocalist, musician, and director, Quandra L. Clark has shared her talent with several groups and choirs throughout Illinois and Indiana; and internationally in Costa Rica and London, England.
Quandra serves as the assistant conductor and principal accompanist for the University of Illinois Black Chorus.
Quandra came to the Urbana-Champaign community as a student and is a graduate of Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Leadership at Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois, and earned her Master of Education degree, in Education Policy, Organization, and Leadership, with a concentration in Human Resource Development at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana campus. Quandra has been a volunteer in the Champaign-Urbana community for more than 12 years and continues to serve. She is passionate about service to those in need and creating healing environments for Women of Color while utilizing the arts..
Dr. Stephanie Stewart-Cockrell: A Beacon of Hope and Change
Stephanie Stewart-Cockrell embodies the essence of compassion, resilience, and leadership, serving as a
beacon of hope for marginalized communities in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois, and beyond. Born and
raised in Springfield, Illinois, Stephanie's upbringing instilled in her a deep sense of empathy and a drive
to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Her educational journey laid a solid foundation for her illustrious career in social work and community
advocacy. Stephanie holds a Doctorate in Developmental Psychology from Harvest Christian University,
Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois, a Bachelor of Science from
Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois, and an Associate of Science from Parkland College in
Champaign, Illinois. Stephanie is an ordained minister who implements Kingdom principles into her
therapeutic practices upon request.
Armed with a wealth of knowledge and therapeutic certifications, Stephanie has dedicated over 19 years
to the Family Service and Support industry and 14 years to various public education settings, tirelessly
advocating for underrepresented populations. As the visionary founder and Executive Director of The
Well Experience, Stephanie leads with passion and purpose, providing essential support and resources to
marginalized women, girls, and children in the Urbana-Champaign community. The Well Experience
offers therapeutic and academic support through evidence-based and culturally sensitive practices to
provoke sustainable change and empower individuals to thrive.
Stephanie's commitment to racial equity and social justice is unwavering. She actively speaks out against
injustice and advocates for systemic change, providing training to community organizations seeking to
support marginalized and underrepresented populations better. Her dedication has not gone unnoticed, as
evidenced by her numerous awards and accolades, including the Pearls of Wisdom Award, the
Community Impact Award, the Moxie Award, the Entrepreneurial Excellence Award, and the Backbone
of the Black Home Award.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Stephanie is a devoted mother of six beautiful daughters.
She draws upon her experiences as a Black woman and single mother to fuel her passion for supporting
and uplifting others. Through her Girls to Life program, she provides a circle of support for young Black
girls, helping them heal from trauma, recognize their strengths, and navigate the challenges of
adolescence with confidence and resilience.
Dr. Stephanie Stewart-Cockrell is more than a leader; she is an activist, a visionary, a mentor, and a
motivational speaker. Her unwavering commitment to service, her cultural pride, and her celebration of
diversity inspire all who have the privilege of knowing her. In a world where inequality and injustice
persist, Stephanie is a testament to the power of compassion, resilience, and unwavering determination to
create a more just and equitable society for all.