Dr. Theresa A. Harris-Tigg, also known as Ama Serwa Akoto, is a professional, certified Christian life coach; professor emeritus at SUNY Buffalo State; and chair of the Diaconate Ministry, New Cove...view moreDr. Theresa A. Harris-Tigg, also known as Ama Serwa Akoto, is a professional, certified Christian life coach; professor emeritus at SUNY Buffalo State; and chair of the Diaconate Ministry, New Covenant UCC, Buffalo, New York. Harris-Tigg earned a doctorate in educational leadership and policy, a master’s degree in secondary education, a bachelor’s in English, and a permanent New York State teacher certificate in English. She and her husband, Robert, have eleven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.view less