This Prof Life Podcast: Women of Color in Higher Education
62 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago -This Prof Life Podcast focuses on Women of Color (WOC) in higher education and empowering their voices. The experience can be enlightening and different at the same time. You will hear the challenges, successes and strategies women use to navigate academia.
Join Dr. Pat Sanders, a Full Professor of Communications, as she talks to women who work in the academy.
A former broadcast journalist, Dr. Pat now wants to tell the stories of BIPOC in higher education. She talks to women engaged in administration, teaching, mentorship, communications, media, and who are thought leaders.
Visit her website at https://www.drpatsanders.com/
If you know someone you would like to add the conversation, email Dr. Pat at [email protected]
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One Woman's Story: Reaching the Executive Suite in Academic Leadership
August 01, 2023 05:00 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MBGreat food, fine wines and higher education are three of Dr. Yvonne Friedman's loves. Better known as Dr. Y, she shares her passion for all three and her climb up the executive ladder to become a vice president in the student affairs arena. While her story is very similar to other women of color who work in the academy, this petite, Mexican American, latina says after several moves, she is very content where she is at Coastal Carolina University, but is always looking towards the future. ...
Bringing Cultural Talks to the Table: Black Studies and Experiences in Cuba
July 18, 2023 20:07 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MBLiving and studying as a Black woman in Cuba led Dr. Kaifa Roland to write not only one book but two about her experiences. She is currently Director of Global Black Studies and Associate Professor of Anthropology at Clemson University. Join this delightfully intellectual conversation that centers around her cultural research which focuses on Cuba and the African Diaspora in the Caribbean. She has penned a variety of articles and chapters describing the black experience. You won't be dis...
It is Time For Rebellion: Planning Your Next Career Move
April 10, 2023 03:16 - 30 minutes - 43.1 MBHave you felt stuck lately? Are you looking for inspiration and motivation to make your next move? Dr. Carol Parker Walsh has experienced it all from being a corporate attorney, to higher education administrator, and now as her own boss. On this episode of This Prof Life, Dr. Parker Walsh shares her journey of being authentically true to herself and living out her values, through autonomy and creativity. She shares ways to get unstuck from indecision along with some very important pieces ...
Connecting Historical Stories to Academic Research with Dr. Yovanna Pineda
March 18, 2023 19:34 - 32 minutes - 75.8 MBMyths, tractors, rumors, coin collections, stories. They are all part of Dr. Yovanna Pineda's path of research. A Guatemalan-American Professor of History connects stories that are developed through machinery and agriculture. It may sound different, somewhat nerdy, even. But, you are in for a treat with this soon-to-be second time book author located at the University of Central Florida. Dr. Pineda also shares the challenges she has faced while working to be promoted to the next level of ...
Creative or Traditional Scholarship: Is One Better Than the Other?
February 07, 2023 22:13 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBDo you consider your work to be "creative" or "traditional" scholarship? This week's guest, Dr. Kimberly Garza, says you can do both, successfully. A creative writer and professor of literature, Dr. Garza has recently published a book that includes three different languages- one for each of the ethnic backgrounds that she proudly claims. She makes it a priority to share authors of Latin descent with her students at the University of Texas- San Antonio, which has a large Hispanic populati...
A Dream of Becoming a Professional Dancer Led Her to Teaching
November 26, 2022 21:01 - 39 minutes - 92.2 MBWhen we pursue our dreams, it may lead us down more than one path and even to a different outcome. Whitley Greene, an adjunct dance professor, says that is what led her to teaching at the secondary and post-secondary levels. Currently, she shares her passion with students at the University of North Texas. In this episode she has an impactful discussion with Dr. Pat Sanders after following her heart, but while keeping it real at the same time. Whitley is honored by the privilege to learn, lea...
You're Here, But Do You Feel Like You Belong in The Academy?
September 05, 2022 18:22 - 25 minutes - 36.3 MBWe pick up where we left off in Part 2 of a conversation with Dr. Aerial Ellis, who shares how important it is for people of color to feel as if they belong at an institution. In other words, a person of color has been hired or included, now what does it take to retain them? That word, "belonging" has become a significant part of the diversity, equity and inclusion conversation and agenda. Take a listen! Find more episodes on my website, https://www.drpatsanders.com/ You can also ...
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Higher Education and Other Workspaces
August 22, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 65.2 MBDr. Aerial Ellis is one of the bright minds shining the spotlight in the DEI space, education and the business world. This dynamic woman is not only a business owner, but she is a professor and endowed chair at one of the country's highly regarded HBCUs, North Carolina Central University. Listen as we have a conversation about what it means to feel accepted and as if you belong in a workplace. Dr. Pat Sanders invites you to leave a five-star rating and positive comments on This Prof Life ...
Transformation: Finding Your Happy Outside the Academy
June 09, 2022 21:02 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MBWe all want to experience some level of happiness in our lives, even in our work-life. And, we should. After all, we spend the majority of our awake hours either working in an office or from home. In this episode, Dr. Pat Sanders shares ways to find your happy through transformation and a tested framework. Get this, it's not that hard to achieve. Click the listen button and join her now! Be sure to leave a positive rating and review.
Teaching Styles, Gen Z, and Life Post Academia with Dr. Syb Brown
March 13, 2022 01:32 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBDr. Sybril Brown does not hold back when speaking about teaching, working with new generations of students and what it takes to be successful in the Academy. Join our conversation as she speaks about how she stopped trying to teach and instead learned how to teach, leading to her success in the classroom. We also talk about: Different teaching methods. How professors are no longer "sages on stages" due to the ability of students to "Google" everything. Having multiple income stre...
Is Your Academic Fire Still Burning?
February 27, 2022 00:45 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBWomen and people of color who work in higher education may have serious questions concerning their current career status. Kicking off Season 5, Dr. Pat asks, are you still happy, or is it time to move on? She says these are some questions you may need to ask yourself: Do I love waking up 90 plus percent of the time to go to work? Do I feel respected for what I do? Is valued a word I would use in describing my existence in my workspace? Is the motivation still there? Find some of t...
Connecting Your Heart With Your Smarts, Dr. Darshon Reed (Replay)
January 17, 2022 06:00 - 47 minutes - 66.6 MBMatch your goals with your values. Dr. Darshon Reed shared amazing tips: 1. SMART Goals and RESTART goals. 2. Goal disengagement: limiting number of goals expectations for the year. 3. Goals should identify with your character traits. Dr. Reed is trained in experimental psychology and is a graduate of Lifespan Developmental Program and has an extensive background in Developmental Psychology. She also does diversity work. Find more at https://www.drpatsanders.com/
Asian-American Professor, Dr. Leslie Wang, Combined Scholarship and Her Roots (Replay)
January 10, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MBEnjoy this past episode with Dr. Leslie Wang who has experienced perks and drawbacks while living and teaching as an Asian American woman in the U.S. On this episode, she speaks to us about: 1. Her experiences in the academy. 2. Her journey home to China in an attempt to find her roots. 3. Her research and work on children adopted from China. 4. Asian hate. 5. Coaching women. You can find more about her on her website, https://www.lesliekimwang.com/about, or https://www.drpatsanders...
Dr. Ashley Adams Mentors Women to Their Fullest Potential (Replay)
January 03, 2022 06:00 - 41 minutes - 57.9 MBDr. Ashley Adams on Mentoring and Administration. Where do you want to go? What is your ultimate goal? How will you get there? Adams, mentors women to their fullest potential while teaching. Listen in as she shares from experience and research.
Dr. Jennifer Woodard Talks Teaching and Administration (Replay)
December 20, 2021 21:41 - 57 minutes - 80.1 MB(Replay) Dr. Jennifer Woodard is a longtime professor who moved from the faculty ranks to the administrative track at her institution. She shares her story of navigating through an institutional system that was not very welcoming to a young, African American woman who persevered to secure her position and success. Her authenticity is refreshing. Dr. Woodard now mentors other women and believes in the power of sisterhood and connection between women in the world of academia. You find ...
Dr. Jennifer Woodard Talks Teaching and Administration (Replay)
December 20, 2021 21:41(Replay) Dr. Jennifer Woodard is a longtime professor who moved from the faculty ranks to the administrative track at her institution. She shares her story of navigating through an institutional system that was not very welcoming to a young, African American woman who persevered to secure her position and success. Her authenticity is refreshing. Dr. Woodard now mentors other women and believes in the power of sisterhood and connection between women in the world of academia. You find ...
Downtime for the Holiday Break and Closing Season 4
November 29, 2021 06:00 - 8 minutes - 13.1 MBTo my sisters of color, I plan to get some rest and downtime during the holidays. No work. It's going to be all play and family time. Listen in as I close out Season 4 by sharing my plans. I also offer some vulnerability about the realities of producing a podcast as a one-woman-show. Thank you for your support, listening, ratings and reviews. I will see you after the holidays with a kick-off of Season 5 and new content! Meantime, listen to some replays over the break. Blessings! Dr...
36: She Left Higher Education to Pursue Her True Calling
November 06, 2021 14:21 - 54 minutes - 77.4 MBWho are you in the academy, and do you feel fulfilled there? Answering that question is a one that you should really seek to answer, according to Dr. Adia Gooden who says we all should be able to do that and walk in our true, authentic selves and purpose. Dr. Gooden actually did so by leaving her academic role to pursue her calling as a licensed clinical psychologist in her own business. She has no regrets. Her story could help your story. Find out more on her website: https://dradiag...
35: Transformational Diversity Leadership With Mrs. Joan Williams
September 30, 2021 17:00 - 43 minutes - 62.6 MBInnovation. Transformational leadership. Joan Williams, Associate Vice President for Diversity and Chief Diversity Officer at Salisbury University talks about these important subjects and how we can bring about change. She also lays out the landscape for diversity education development and facilitation. Don't miss this open, transparent and informed conversation. Find all episodes on my website: Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, or my website: Dr. Pat Sanders Support this podcast on Bu...
Here’s to a Great Fall Semester Start and Being You!
August 23, 2021 20:34 - 14 minutes - 20.2 MBIt’s fall semester time! Be you, and be great! We are kicking off a new semester and have either, like myself, started or are getting ready to see old faces and some new faces of students. I want to dedicate this podcast to ways in which you can start down a path of making it a successful one and to be yourself in the process. Remember: You are enough, so be you. You hold value. You are resilient. Set goals and limits. Enjoy your work. Review. Rate. Share. Visit my website at drpat...
From Corporate to Academia: Diverse Leadership is Important
August 13, 2021 16:20 - 43 minutes - 62 MBDr. Kimberly DeSimone shifted from corporate work to academia and never looked back. An Associate Professor at Bonaventure University, she is Chair of the University’s President Commission on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. A Puerto Rican and White female, she discusses how important diversity is to any organization and how to improve their numbers in leadership positions. She creates her own podcast, Advancing Women. Or, you can find her on LinkedIn. Don't miss this dynamic speaker and...
32: Racism vs. Racialized: Which is it? You Decide.
July 26, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 79.7 MBIs it a racist act or racialized? You decide after listening to Dr. Venise Berry, University of Iowa, our guest on this podcast episode. Twenty years of research has been centered around race, racism and racialism. Key takeaways: Not everyone or everything is an intended act of racism. Some things, particularly by the way they are presented through the media, are racialized. Everyone should take a step back, all races and ethnicities, and reflect on how they react to things that may...
31: Have You Ever Imagined Traveling to 50 Different Countries, Working in Many of Them? She Could and She Did.
July 12, 2021 05:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MBShe has worked in 50 different countries and is still counting. On this episode of This Prof Life, Karla Fraser shares the joys of working and succeeding in international education. It’s something she has been doing the past 14 years. Karla shares thoughts on how she started , how you can, too, and what her future holds. Her experiences include being a Vice President in higher ed. Takeaways include: Advancing in the educational realm. International versus stateside teaching. What to ...
Episode 30: Asian American Professor Dr. Leslie Wang Combined Scholarship and A Search for Her Roots
June 30, 2021 18:11 - 47 minutes - 66.7 MBDr. Leslie Wang has experienced some perks and drawbacks while living and teaching as an Asian American woman in the United States. On this episode, she speaks to us about: Her experiences in the academy. Her journey home to China in an attempt to find her roots. Her research and work on children adopted from China. Racism that the Asian community is facing. Coaching women. You can find more about her on her website, https://www.lesliekimwang.com/about. Or, visit my website at ...
Episode: 29 Dr. Pat Celebrates Her One Year Anniversary Celebration for This Prof Life, Job Changes and Leadership
June 14, 2021 05:00 - 18 minutes - 26.9 MBDr. Pat Sanders celebrates the one year anniversary of her podcast in Season 4! She discusses leadership and a major change that has occurred in her work life since she created the podcast. Dr. Pat also discusses a couple of books she has been reading: How to Become an Inclusive Leader by Jennifer Brown and Robin DiAngelo’s White Fragility. Visit her website for photos and more about her work and ways to support her. Share, subscribe, and leave a positive review. She loves this work!
A New Season is Just Around the Corner!
June 08, 2021 20:08 - 40 seconds - 935 KBSummer is here, but I'm still working to bring you the best of the best from women who work in higher education. Listen. Learn. Lead. This Prof Life: WOC in Higher Education Podcast with Dr. Pat Sanders.
Episode 28: Dr. Pat Shares Her Personal Story About the Importance of Self-Care
April 24, 2021 21:43 - 12 minutes - 10.7 MBWhat drove me to do a series on self-care? In this episode, I tell you how I learned the importance of self-care when an onset of sickness came knocking at my door at a young age. This episode also closes out Season 3 for This Prof Life: Women of Color in Higher Education. I will be back with all new episodes and stories in June! Meantime, go to my website: https://www.drpatsanders.com/podcast Or, listen to all three seasons on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google ...
Self-Care is Critical Hear My Personal Story
April 24, 2021 21:17 - 41 seconds - 488 KBDr. Pat shares her own personal story concerning self-care in the last episode of Season 3. She explains why she chose that theme for the latest podcasts. https://www.drpatsanders.com/podcast
27: It's Time to Shed the Superwoman Cape and Aim a Little Lower
April 12, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 22.8 MBNicole Vick is a public health advocate and part-time instructor. She tells us that slowing down, taking some things off the list, and aiming for goals that may be set at a tad lower bar can help us cope. In this episode centered around self-care, we learn that we don't have to be that powerhouse, save-the-day Black woman that society has labeled us with. You will enjoy. Visit my website where you can find all episodes and links to subscribe, rate and share. You can also become a contr...
Episode 26: Take a Leaf out of This Librarian’s Book for How to Manage Self Care
March 30, 2021 02:00 - 34 minutes - 26.9 MBShhh, don’t disturb others in the library. That was the library of the past. Nowadays, libraries are hubs of activity due to people like Jamia Williams. They, too, though, have to learn how to manage stress on and off the job. Listen in as Jamia shares her story and how she practices self-care. You can find this episode and more on me and Jamia at https://www.drpatsanders.com/podcast I’m also seeking your support for taking This Prof Life to a whole new level. In order to do that, you ...
Episode 25: Which is Your General Emotional State: Happy, Sad, or Just Pissed Off?
March 15, 2021 05:00 - 36 minutes - 28.7 MBThis gregarious pastor and coach shares how that was her emotional state at one point. In fact, stress showed up so severely in her back that she had to call 9-1-1. After her own wake-up call, Charity Goodwin learned how to change from a culture of doing too much to being more focused on taking care of herself. Listen as she shares through honest and raw conversation her first-hand experiences for practicing emotional wellness and growth in leadership through: Emotional intelligence. Th...
Episode 24 : How to intentionally Disconnect from the Grid
March 01, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 53.6 MBWe have to learn how to disconnect from the grid from time-to-time, whether it's in the middle of a pandemic or general worklife. Dr. Tomika Williams, of East Carolina State University is a clinical nurse professor, consultant, and nurse practitioner. Her takeaways for focusing on your mental, spiritual, physical and emotional health: 1. Get outside. 2. Use your time wisely. 3. Rest and sleep. 4. Properly align your spiritual relationship. These are just a few tips we g...
Episode 23: Connecting Your Smarts and Your Heart with Dr. Darshon Reed
February 15, 2021 06:00 - 46 minutes - 67.5 MBGive yourself some grace! Match your goals with your values. When I say I loved speaking with Dr. Darshon Reed from the University of Central Arkansas, it’s an understatement. She shared such valuable information for taking care of ourselves! Some of her tips: SMART Goals and RESTART goals. Goal disengagement: limiting number of goals expectations for the year. Goals should identify with your character traits. It’s a good thing! Using your voice. Are you doing any of things? No...
Episode 22: High Value Women and Self-Care with Nia Ridgle, LPC
February 01, 2021 06:00 - 43 minutes - 63.6 MBNavigating stress, PTSD, workplace battles, relationship with yourself and others in order to achieve self-care. That’s the message for High Value Women. Did you know that just by virtue of being educated, driven, successful and high-achieving woman makes you one? Nia Ridgle, licensed therapist, tells us how to manage it all by looking back in order to move forward. She believes when you make yourself the solution to your problems, you take back your power by taking full accountability...
Episode 21: Honoring Your Feelings with Lisa Wilkinson
January 19, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 53.8 MBWe must take time for ourselves. Right? Lisa Wilkinson addresses self-care for university women and other clients. She is a wife, new mom and licensed couples and family therapist and consultant. Lisa is the Executive Director of Life, Mind, Wellness & Associates Therapy Group. A recent spin-off is her Behavioral Health and Wellness Consulting business, at which she trains other clinicians on how to start their own practices. In this episode, Lisa shares takeaways that benefit all o...
Episode 20: Dr. Pat Kicks Off Season Three with Theme of Self-Care for 2021!
January 11, 2021 22:41 - 16 minutes - 23.3 MBIt's 2021, and we have survived the challenges of 2020! A pandemic disrupted our personal and work-lives. In some instances, the academy was hit hard, so how are you doing? For Season 3, Dr. Pat focuses on "self-care" methods we can apply throughout the year. In new episodes, this season, she talks to women within and outside of the academy about these areas of care: Emotional. Mental. Physical. Spiritual. On this episode learn how Dr. Pat keeps herself healthy, sane and ready to...
Episode 19: How to Relax During the Holidays
December 08, 2020 06:00 - 11 minutes - 16 MBAre you tired yet? 2020 has been a doozy. In this episode, Dr. Pat Sanders shares the personal ways she plans to relax during the Holiday Season. She's hoping you will find it helpful. Takeaways: Don't work. Find relaxing activities. Enjoy family time. And, more. Find more episodes at https://www.drpatsanders.com/ Email me at: [email protected] If you'd like to be a guest on my show or to recommend someone, I am gearing up for Season 3 now. Please email me! As we c...
Episode 18: Black Women Voices Are Important
November 03, 2020 06:00 - 5 minutes - 8.02 MBOn this episode, I talk about the hiring Black women at universities, companies and organizations. Tips are shared on what companies can do to recruit, hire and retain Black female employees and the richness they bring to any workplace. Find out more on drpatsanders.com Or, you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, Amazon Music, Soundcloud, or anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts. Please rate, review and share! If you have someone you'd like to suggest for the...
Episode 17: Is Your Workplace Spirit Animal Thriving?
October 26, 2020 15:48 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MBWe work to find fulfillment in meeting goals and to help others. We also work to find professional fulfillment and happiness for ourselves, don't we? Of course we do! In this episode, Dr. Pat helps us to investigate our workplace "spirit animal" in a fun way. Take a listen to see which one fits you! You can find all episodes at https://www.drpatsanders.com/ or on Apple , Spotify or anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts. Please rate, review and subscribe.
Episode 16: Do You Love Teaching Enough to Get A Second Doctorate? She Does!
September 22, 2020 20:20 - 35 minutes - 49.7 MBEpisode 16: Dr. Stephanie Ricks Dr. Stephanie Ricks is an Educator, Creator, Mom. She LOVES teaching! Did you see what I wrote? Teaching is her passion. She shares with us: Her love for teaching. Her entrepreneurial spirit. Why she will likely to go back and earn a second doctorate. Yes, doctorate number 2! You can see her photo and find out how to get in touch with her and her podcast at drpatsanders.com Subscribe, rate and review!
Episode 15: Making the Move from Secondary Education to Faculty to Research
September 18, 2020 16:38 - 37 minutes - 52.6 MBEpisode 15: Do you have a Black child in school? Dr. Carla Monroe's research has centered around black lives, and, in particular, young Black boys in education. She discusses how Black children's behavior is addressed in more punitive ways than other young children. In addition, she shares with us her journey of teaching. Dr. Monroe now works with research and grants at her university and loves it. Before that, though, she was a secondary teacher. She’s not new to the academy. Some key t...
Dr. Chinasa Elue on Administration in Higher Education, Marriage and Motherhood Part 2
September 15, 2020 05:00 - 42 minutes - 59.6 MBAfter landing her dream job right out of her doctoral program, Dr. Chinasa Elue, entered the academy. Her start was pretty rough, though, when she took her first faculty position at a Research 1 institution. If you haven’t heard that episode yet, be sure to go back and listen to that one. You won’t be disappointed. In this episode, Part 2, Dr. Elue, shares with us her journey to starting a business, motherhood and the loss of her own mother not too long afterwards. Her journey to being a ...
Ms. Nicole Vick Brings Black Girl Magic to the Classroom While Teaching About Public Health
September 15, 2020 05:00 - 42 minutes - 59.8 MBMs. Nicole Vick is a public health professional, educator, and civic leader committed to women’s issues and social justice issues. Talking with her is like visiting with a longtime friend. She shares with us how she juggles being an adjunct instructor in higher education, a full-time job and being the mom of an adult daughter. She has 12 years of experience as an adjunct professor and currently teaches public health at a college in Los Angeles, California. She also has taught at a few ...
Episode 13: Dr. Chinasa Elue on Administration in Higher Education, Marriage and Motherhood Part 2
September 15, 2020 05:00 - 42 minutes - 59.6 MBAfter landing her dream job right out of her doctoral program, Dr. Chinasa Elue, entered the academy. Her start was pretty rough, though, when she took her first faculty position at a Research 1 institution. If you haven’t heard that episode yet, be sure to go back and listen to that one. You won’t be disappointed. In this episode, Part 2, Dr. Elue, shares with us her journey to starting a business, motherhood and the loss of her own mother not too long afterwards. Her journey to being a ...
Episode 12: Dr. Chinasa Elue Encouraging Leadership and Owning Your Genius Part 1
September 15, 2020 05:00 - 43 minutes - 60.5 MBIn Part 1 of this episode on This Prof Life, we share the academic journey of Dr. Chinasa Elue. Dr. Elue is an associate professor of educational leadership, Author, Speaker, and Life Coach. In addition to her professional work, she is a wife and mom. Dr. Elue began her career at a research one institution, the dream job for many academics. The dream soon became the stuff of nightmares. She tells us how her experience was so challenging that at one point, it put her health at risk. She alm...
Episode 11: Author, Professor, Mother of MOJO Dr. Allissa Richardson Part 2
September 15, 2020 05:00 - 41 minutes - 60.1 MBIn Part 2 in a two-part series. Dr. Allissa Richardson an Richardson is an assistant professor of journalism at the University Southern California, Annenberg School. She researches how marginalized communities use mobile and social media to produce innovative forms of journalism — especially in times of crisis. Most recently, she has taken ownership of the title, “Mother of MOJO”, Mother of Mobile Journalism. She also shares her oftentimes challenging journey to becoming a tenure-track...
Author, Professor, Mother of MOJO Dr. Allissa Richardson Part 2
September 15, 2020 05:00 - 41 minutes - 60.1 MBIn Part 2 in a two-part series. Dr. Allissa Richardson an Richardson is an assistant professor of journalism at the University Southern California, Annenberg School. She researches how marginalized communities use mobile and social media to produce innovative forms of journalism — especially in times of crisis. Most recently, she has taken ownership of the title, “Mother of MOJO”, Mother of Mobile Journalism. She also shares her oftentimes challenging journey to becoming a tenure-track...
Dr. Chinasa Elue Encouraging Leadership and Owning Your Genius Part 1
September 15, 2020 05:00 - 43 minutes - 60.5 MBIn Part 1 of this episode on This Prof Life, we share the academic journey of Dr. Chinasa Elue. Dr. Elue is an associate professor of educational leadership, Author, Speaker, and Life Coach. In addition to her professional work, she is a wife and mom. Dr. Elue began her career at a research one institution, the dream job for many academics. The dream soon became the stuff of nightmares. She tells us how her experience was so challenging that at one point, it put her health at risk. She alm...
Episode 14: Ms. Nicole Vick Brings Black Girl Magic to the Classroom While Teaching About Public Health
September 15, 2020 05:00 - 42 minutes - 59.8 MBMs. Nicole Vick is a public health professional, educator, and civic leader committed to women’s issues and social justice issues. Talking with her is like visiting with a longtime friend. She shares with us how she juggles being an adjunct instructor in higher education, a full-time job and being the mom of an adult daughter. She has 12 years of experience as an adjunct professor and currently teaches public health at a college in Los Angeles, California. She also has taught at a few ...
Author and the Mother of MOJO: Dr. Allissa Richardson Part 1
September 01, 2020 06:00 - 29 minutes - 44 MBIn Part 1 in a two-part series. Dr. Allissa Richardson an Richardson is an assistant professor of journalism at the University Southern California, Annenberg School. She researches how marginalized communities use mobile and social media to produce innovative forms of journalism — especially in times of crisis. Most recently, she has taken ownership of the title, “Mother of MOJO”, Mother of Mobile Journalism. She also shares her oftentimes challenging journey to becoming a tenure-track...