Research


Administrative History

Lois Wilson had a long career in the field of education, working for both public and private sector institutions. Her positions included assistant to the director, Assembly Office of Legislative Research (1960-1965); assistant director of studies for the New York State Teachers Association/New York State United Teachers (1965-1973); deputy secretary to the governor (March 29, 1973 - December 31, 1974) and special assistant to the governor for education (January 1-July 24, 1975); special assistant for education, State Budget Division, Education Unit (1975-1983); administrator of educational research for the State Education Department (1983-1984); administrator for school finance services, N.Y.S. School Boards Association (1984-1988); vice president, Educational Finance Services Division, MDI Associates (March 1988-January 1989); and director, Senate Education Committee (1989-1997). She also served as a member of the Task Force on Equal Employment Opportunities for Women in New York State Government (1973-1974).