Building Robust & Inclusive Democracy
Frank Roche

Frank Roche

Frank Roche

Biography

As the Civic Life Administrator for Athletics, Frank serves as a connection and point person between Tufts Athletics, Tisch College, and community organizations with an emphasis on building Civic Identity, Leadership, and Agency. Frank has instituted the Civic Life Ambassador Program for varsity student-athletes which provides civic leadership growth opportunities for representatives from each Tufts athletic team. Frank was a Jumbo football player and graduated from Tufts in 2019, then received his MAT in 2020. Prior to Tufts, Frank taught ELA and Special Education at Revere High School and now is the head football coach at Arlington High School. A native of Arlington, MA. Frank has a deep connection to Tufts and the Greater Boston community. He hopes to be a valuable resource for coaches, players, and community partners so that civic engagement opportunities in Tufts Athletics are accessible, organized, and impactful.