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Sept. 9, 2022

What My Eyes Have Seen - Reflections on Justice, Identity, & Reparati…

“Whether you grew up in a predominately Black space, or a predominately white space, you're probably going to have a racialized moment at some point in America. And you have to figure out what you're going to do with that …

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Feb. 18, 2022

”The Future of Nursing”: Creating Career Skills, Pathways, and Mentor…

When Dr. Lepaine Sharp-McHenery was growing up, her mother always dreamed of her being a nurse. After witnessing the impact of nursing firsthand, Dr. Lepaine knew in her heart she was meant for the job. Throughout her career, Dr. Lepaine …

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Jan. 24, 2022

The Post-Racial Myth - a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion conversatio…

Janet Stovall shares how she holds institutions accountable for fixing their race issues and why she equipped her children with an understanding of race – in kindergarten. It’s no secret that America has race issues, and that this has been …

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Jan. 13, 2022

Passing the Torch: Youth Leadership with Community Impact featuring A…

Being raised by immigrant parents, Aseel Mansour and Hadiza Sarr understand the importance of hard work and academic enrichment. While both Aseel and Hadiza are grateful for the opportunities in America, they are also aware of the many things that …

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Jan. 7, 2022

The Pursuit of PhD Excellence and “The Things I Wish I Knew Before I …

Dr. Baucum is a professor who teaches marketing-focused courses to undergraduates and Master of Business Administration (MBA) students. She specializes in working with businesses and organizations that either are owned by black, Indigenous and People...

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Dec. 27, 2021

Navigating the High School to College Transition with Dr. Rudy Jackso…

As parents and caregivers, we put so much energy into helping our children become academically successful. We push for the right teachers, the right schools, and the right classes. What kind of skills do you find to be critical for …

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Dec. 10, 2021

“Breaking The Curse”: Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction as a Bl…

“Seventy percent of people experience trauma at some point in their lives,” says Reggie D. Ford. Like many others in his East Nashville neighborhood, Reggie could have been a victim of the streets. While crime, violence and poverty were second …

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