S 4 Episode 8: “Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Doors to Leadership and Social Justice”
Welcome to Episode 8 of the Adelante Leadership podcast! Today, Peter and Tania are thrilled to welcome an exceptional guest whose contributions to education and social justice continue to inspire communities nationwide. Our episode is titled, "Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Doors to Leadership and Social Justice," and we are honored to have Dr. Curtis Acosta join us for this conversation. Dr. Curtis Acosta is a trailblazing educator and the Founder and Executive Officer of the Acosta Educational Partnership. He has dedicated his career to transforming education through the lens of equity and justice. Recognized as one of the “Top 10 Latinos to Watch in US Politics” by the Huffington Post, Dr. Acosta's work has garnered national and international attention. He has been featured in the documentaries Precious Knowledge and Dolores, and his teaching has been highlighted by The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, CNN, PBS, The New York Times, and The Los Angeles Times. Dr. Acosta’s scholarship and thought leadership are equally impressive. His writing has appeared in esteemed publications such as Voices in Urban Education, The English Journal, Journal of Language & Literacy, and Multicultural Perspectives, among others. He has contributed chapters to transformative books like Educational Courage: Resisting the Ambush on Public Education, Rethinking Sexism, Gender, and Sexuality, and Rethinking Ethnic Studies. A proud Distinguished Alumnus of Willamette University, Dr. Acosta earned his Bachelor of Arts degree before pursuing a Master’s of Arts and Ph.D. in Language, Reading, and Culture at the University of Arizona. Currently, he serves as an Assistant Professor in Teaching, Learning, and Sociocultural Studies and as the Director of the M.Ed. in Secondary Education, Alternative Path program at the University of Arizona. Dr. Acosta’s journey and achievements are deeply rooted in gratitude for his parents, grandparents, and seven generations of ancestors whose sacrifices and resilience made his path possible. Today, we delve into his story, his vision for equitable education, and the enduring impact of his work. For more information about Dr. Curtis Acosta and his work, please visit his website. Join us as we explore the transformative power of education with Dr. Curtis Acosta on this inspiring episode of Adelante Leadership.
