In The Margins Diverse Education

Meet retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ronnie D. Hawkins Jr., president of Angelo State University (ASU), which continues to evolve and thrive as a leading institution in higher education in part by leveraging its opportunities. The university is dedicated to serving its diverse student population and preparing students for success in an ever-changing world.
 
In this episode of Diverse, host Ralph Newell and Hawkins delve into the initiatives and challenges facing ASU, particularly in serving Latino students and navigating the landscape of higher education.
 
Experience this thought-provoking exchange as Newell and Hawkins explore the intersection of education, diversity, and leadership and the transformative impact of inclusive practices in higher education.
 
KEY POINTS:
 
- ASU’s multifaceted strategies to recruit Latinx students
- On athletic scholarships, transfer portal, and NFL opportunities
- Retired Lt. Gen. Ronnie Hawkins Jr.’s biggest challenge as a university president
- The importance of quality education and global workforce competitiveness
- How ASU increases access and removes barriers for Latinx students
- Some student success stories from ASU’s programs
- ASU’s commitment to diversity



QUOTABLES:
 
“Inclusion as a concept has so many factors influencing it. Creating these spaces that allow one to kind of speak up without feeling like the have to shut up and shut down… How do you create these psychologically safe spaces? Trust is at the center of this.” — Ronnie D. Hawkins Jr.
 
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2023 Seal of Excelencia | Diverse: Issues In Higher Education (diverseeducation.com), 
Angelo State University Names First Black President | Diverse: Issues In Higher Education (diverseeducation.com)




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Meet Dr. Monica Parrish Trent, chief program and network officer at Achieving the Dream (ATD). Trent's career spans over 25 years, during which she has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to improving student success and reducing equity gaps, particularly for BIPOC and low-income students. Her extensive experience in community colleges has equipped her with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by such marginalized student populations and the strategies necessary to address them effectively.
 
Join the conversation with Diverse host Ralph Newell and learn how Trent and ATD are working to form an equitable and inclusive environment in higher education.
 
KEY POINTS:
 
- Addressing inequality in higher education
- Monica’s educational journey and career aspirations
- How the ATD organization supports community college students
- The importance of culture and heritage in student learning
- Supporting the academic journey of student parents
- The decline in college enrollment across marginalized groups
- The impact of lack of education on communities
- The ATD Equity Toolkit and its eight equity principles
- The pivotal role of creating an inclusive environment for all students
- The need for partnerships with K-12 schools, local employers, and social organizations



QUOTABLES:
 
“Education matters. I am a proponent of higher education… To me, it's so important because without education and without knowing what your rights are, or what the consequences of rights that have been denied for generations… you're not able to access society in the ways that are going to protect you and your family.” — Dr. Monica Parrish Trent
 
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Dr. Monica Parrish Trent - Achieving the Dream 
ATD Equity and Justice Institute, May 1-2
Achieving the Dream Convening Highlights Student Success | Diverse: Issues In Higher Education  (diverseeducation.com) 
Achieving the Dream Announces 2024 DREAM Scholars | Diverse: Issues In Higher Education (diverseeducation.com) 
 
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Meet Dr. Lauren Lassabe Shepherd, an instructor in the College of Liberal Arts, Education, and Human Development at the University of New Orleans and an IUPUI-Society for U.S. Intellectual History Community Scholar, who was recognized as a leading woman by Diverse: Issues In Higher Education for her outstanding contributions in 2024.
 
In this episode, Diverse host Dr. Jamal Watson engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Shepherd, author of Resistance from the Right: Conservatives and the Campus Wars. The discussion highlights the dominance of progressivism on American college campuses during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
 
Tune in as Watson and Shepherd discuss the deeper themes behind campus politics, the leadership challenges in academic settings, and the misconceptions surrounding university culture. Shepherd offers valuable insights into the ongoing debates and dynamics shaping higher education.



KEY POINTS:
 
- The history of conservative activism on college campuses
- Lack of representation of progressive activism on campuses during 1950s and 1960s
- Dealing with campus protests and the history of far-right activism
- Conservative critiques of higher education in history
- Impact of political pressures on academic freedom
- The pivotal role of campus activism and free speech in higher education
 
QUOTABLES:
 
“Cancel culture is just rampant. If we compare the current state of our campuses to the state of our campuses during the Vietnam War and the three years that I write about in the book, we're in a much calmer climate than we were back then.” — Dr. Lauren Lassabe Shepherd




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Lauren Lassabe Shepherd, PhD
 
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In this episode, Diverse host David Pluviose engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Jasmine L. Harris, author of Black Women Ivory Tower: Revealing the Lies of White Supremacy in American Education.
 
Harris is an associate professor of African American Studies and coordinator of the African American Studies Program in the Department of Race, Ethnicity, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at The University of Texas at San Antonio.
 
Tune in as Pluviose and Harris discuss the often perilous intersection of race and gender in higher education and the imperative of raising awareness regarding racism and dehumanization within academia — as underscored by reflections on the resignation of Harvard University’s first Black president.
 
KEY POINTS:
 
- Harris’ journey through higher education as a Black female
- On having perseverance in academia despite lacking knowledge and cultural barriers
- Anti-DEI efforts in Texas and their impact on higher education
- Black Women in Ivory Tower book, illuminating the intersection of race and gender in higher education
- The importance of raising awareness of racism and dehumanization in academia
- The anti-Blackness in higher education: Harvard University's removal of first Black president
 
QUOTABLES:
 
“One big takeaway is that, especially for Black women, the process is about perseverance. It's not measuring any intellect. It is about the ability to jump through hoops, commit to the sort of particular culture and structure of doctoral programs, and the socialization that they do to turn you into a professor in many ways.” — Dr. Jasmine L. Harris
 
“The timing for this book is great — and it certainly is. But it's a little sad in that way. We're in 2024; we just watched anti-Blackness remove the first Black president at Harvard University.” — Dr. Jasmine L. Harris



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Jasmine Harris (drjasmineharris.com)
Book — Jasmine Harris (drjasmineharris.com)



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Meet Dr. Bettina L. Love, the William F. Russell Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University, who delves into the complex dynamics of education reform and highlights its detrimental effects on Black children and communities.
 
In this episode, Diverse host Dr. Jamal Watson engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Love, author of The New York Times best seller, Punished for Dreaming: How School Reform Harms Black Children and How We Can Heal.
 
Tune in as Watson and Love discuss the influence of powerful narratives and critical analysis on Black children, challenging the traditional notions of philanthropy, reimagining the concept of harm, and advocating for meaningful repair in education.
 
KEY POINTS:
 
- Love’s upbringing and its influence on her understanding of education reform
- The intersection of race, education, and policy
- The impact of education reforms on black children and communities
- On abolition, reparations, and white philanthropy
- The importance of centering Black voices in education reform efforts
- The pivotal role of shifting societal paradigms for injustices and promoting healing
 
QUOTABLES:
 
"Abolition is so much about love and compassion but holding people accountable for harm. I believe, as an abolitionist, we can't have new structures and new understanding if we don't know what has been done to us and who did it to us." – Dr. Bettina Love
 
"People think change starts in the streets, and it does. But we need change at your house. It's how you raise your children. It's how you talk to your children. It's how you talk to your partner. It's how you talk to the people in your community." – Dr. Bettina Love
 
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Bettina Love
Punished for Dreaming: How School Reform Harms Black Children and How We Heal
 
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Meet Dr. Marybeth Gasman, the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Endowed Chair and a Distinguished University Professor at Rutgers University, and Dr. Levon T. Esters, dean of the graduate school and vice provost for graduate education at Penn State University. They co-authored HBCU: The Power of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, published by Johns Hopkins Press.
 
In this episode, Gasman and Esters join Diverse to discuss their newly released book chronicling the impact of HBCUs.
 
Tune in as authors Gasman, Esters, and host Dr. Jamal Watson delve into the rich history, personal anecdotes, and enduring impact of HBCUs. Join an empowering conversation of distinctive cultures and identities cultivated within HBCUs that underscores the crucial role of philanthropy and alumni engagement toward sustaining the institutions.
 
KEY POINTS:
- Reasons that led Gasman and Esters to author the HBCU book
- On understanding HBCUs' history, mission, and personal experiences
- The passion to share inspiring narratives of HBCU alumni
- The various opportunities and challenges of HBCUs
- Key takeaways from the book, HBCU: The Power of Historically Black Colleges and Universities
- On HBCUs' significance with experts and value to society
 
QUOTABLES:
"Sometimes people will talk about HBCUs in derogatory ways. This book gives you all the evidence to be able to talk about HBCUs in incredibly positive ways." – Dr. Marybeth Gasman
 
“These institutions are of extreme value to our society… For me, being able to be part of this writing experience, being able to learn from those we interviewed and see my experience reflected into those — those interviews were powerful.” – Dr. Levon T. Esters
 
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Marybeth Gasman
Levon T. Esters
HBCUs: Catalysts for Economic Empowerment and Community Growth
 
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