Writer. Advocate. Change-Maker.
Dr Angela C Meyers is a pioneering scholar in polymathy, recognized for authoring the first doctoral dissertation on the subject.
She has played a vital role in establishing Polymathy Studies as a recognized field, supervising subsequent research and inspiring countless individuals through her YouTube channel and online community, Polymaths Place.
With a career that spans academia, government leadership, real estate, and criminal justice reform, Dr Meyers exemplifies the multi-faceted nature of polymathy.
Her work empowers others to embrace diverse skills and interests, advocating for lifelong, life-wide learning as a path to personal and societal transformation.
01
Purpose Rooted in Faith
Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, I attended Christian schools, where my grandparents enrolled me. From an early age, I felt a profound calling to improve the world, even though the "how" was still unclear. The teachings of Jesus, rooted in love, kindness, and treating others as you wish to be treated, profoundly shaped my values.
Even within the Christian education bubble, I recognized that these principles were universal, guiding me toward a purpose-driven life. The Golden Rule became my moral compass, inspiring me to find my unique path to do good in the world.
02
From White House to the World
Interning with the California Governor I double-majored in Psychology and Communication at USC, earning both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree. Later I interned at the White House, which led to a six-year role in the Executive Office of the President during the Bush-Obama transition.
Although my work was in finance, my heart was in leadership development. This passion led me to the Center for Leadership Development, where I spent 9 years transforming government leaders while earning my doctorate from George Washington University.
Traveling to 43 countries deepened my global perspective and commitment to leadership as a force for change.
03
Polymathy Meets Social Justice
My work today is driven by my passion for polymathy and criminal justice reform. My doctoral research on polymathy wasn’t just an academic project—it became a personal mission.
As a "polymathy evangelist," I share ideas through social media, writing, and speaking engagements, promoting the democratization of polymathic thinking. My interest in modern polymaths in carceral settings led me to advocate for criminal justice reform, founding initiatives like The Prison Transparency Project and #HelpFreeShawn.
Today, my mission is to merge my polymathic spirit with efforts to create a more just and humane world, reducing suffering while promoting human flourishing.
"An inspiration for her advocacy on the art and science of the polymathic mindset, Dr Angela Meyers' pursuit of polymathy gives us all the power to be fully human—mentally, physically, emotionally, sensually, spiritually, and creatively—in an holistic, systematic way."
Barry Kennedy, Oregon
FEATURED
