Podcasts about Bennett College

In this inspiring episode, Nick and Christine sit down with author, educator, and literacy advocate Clianda Florence, the powerhouse behind Let's Get L.I.T. and Strength 2 Say. From her journey in education and motherhood to her mission to transform literacy in Rochester, Clianda shares powerful insights into resilience, advocacy, and the life-changing power of reading. The conversation touches on her personal story, community impact, and how she's helping families build home libraries and rewrite their futures—one book at a time.About Clianda FlorenceEmail: authorcliandaflorence@gmail.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cliandaflorence-52b788299Instagram: www.instagram.com/cliandaarnee Facebook Pages: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561478947457www.facebook.com/strengthtosaysomethingSelf-published author, Clianda Florence, is a mother of 3 children: Brianda, Ian, and Malachi. She resides in Rochester, New York, and has been in education since 2004. She is the Founder and CEO of “Strength 2 Say”, where she offers classes, book studies, professional development opportunities, and tutoring services. She is also the Founder & CEO of “Let's Get L.I.T.” (Liberating Individuals Through Literacy Texts) where she aids the community in restoring joy, hope, and love for children and their parents on their literary journey. The program provides resources, book clubs, and aids families by building home libraries, bridging the gap between home and school, and teaching cursive writing. Clianda is an advocate for education and literacy. She believes literacy is the greatest social justice issue of our generation. Her literacy initiatives have been recognized by New York State Senator, Jeremy Cooney, who awarded her $25,000 to help impact literacy in and throughout Rochester, New York and the New York State Commendation Award. Clianda was also recognized by New York State Senator, Samra G. Brouk, with a Proclamation honoring Let's Get L.I.T. for Advancing Literacy and Empowering Communities. Within 6 months, she has been able to secure $104, 999 in grants to further the impact where 57% of Rochester residents are reading at a basic proficiency level equivalent to 6th grade students. While partnering with the Rochester Science Museum and a collaboration with the “Take It Down” organization, she assisted with creating a curriculum on anti-racist programming for participants from the 3rd grade to adults. She currently offers classes to empower women to see their beauty and strength and to walk in their boldness. Clianda holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Bennett College for Women, a Masters of Education from Nazareth College, and an advanced Master's Degree of Education Administration from Brockport College. She was recently accepted to the University of Rochester to obtain her Doctorate of Teaching & Curriculum with the focus on literacy. She is a current member of the Church of Christ, the Rochester chapter of the NAACP, serves as a board member for the Feminist Choosing Life NY (FCLNY), and serves as a board member for the Re-Entry & Community Development Center of Rochester, New York. She currently hosts a popular podcast, “Let's Get Lit” on the WDKX 103.9 FM radio network. “I believe literacy opens doors to wonder and a deeper level of communication,” says Clianda.More About That Sounds Terrific in the 585 – Hosts Nick Koziol & Christine GreenFor more information on That Sounds Terrific in the 585, visit our website at That Sounds Terrific and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know is doing something terrific in the 585 area and should be featured on our show, email us at thatsoundsterrific@gmail.com.Special Thanks To Our Key Supporters585 Magazine and their team for their support with the That Sounds Terrific in the 585 podcast. Be sure to become a subscriber of this terrific magazine - learn more at https://585mag.com

(Airdate 4/18/25) Freedmen Fridays: On this week's episode of our comprehensive reparations conversation, we talk money, global movements and the debt with Dr. Julianne Malveaux. Dr. Julianne Malveaux is President Emerita of Bennett College for Women. She is an economist, author and commentator who's popular writings have appeared in USA Today, Black Issues in Higher Education, Ms. Magazine, Essence Magazine, the Progressive and many more.https://www.juliannemalveaux.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

(Airdate 4/18/25) Freedmen Fridays: On this week's episode of our comprehensive reparations conversation, we talk money, global movements and the debt with Dr. Julianne Malveaux. Dr. Julianne Malveaux is President Emerita of Bennett College for Women. She is an economist, author and commentator who's popular writings have appeared in USA Today, Black Issues in Higher Education, Ms. Magazine, Essence Magazine, the Progressive and many more.https://www.juliannemalveaux.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ 

1.15.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Bondi, Rubio Senate confirmation hearings, Jack Smith Report, 'My 1st Ankle Monitor' fallout Senate confirmation hearings continue for the convict-in-chief's administration. Today, Senator Marco Rubio and Pam Bondi were in the hot seat. We'll show you some of what happened in their hearings. Representative Ayanna Pressley is making a final push for President Joe Biden to grant clemencies before he leaves office in a few days. She'll join us to discuss her efforts and her plans for January 20, as she won't be attending the inauguration. The president of Bennett College is stepping down. FEMA's administrator was labeled a "DEI hire" by a member of Congress. We'll hear from a Colorado news anchor who will explain what it really means when white men use the term "DEI hire." #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we are joined by Suzanne Elise Walsh. With a background in philanthropy, higher education, community development, and law, today, Suzanne is the President of Bennett College, where she has served since August 2019.   Suzanne is also the Founder and Manager of Discerning SEWlutions, an organization that works with foundations, nonprofits, colleges, and universities to uncover, imagine, and plan for future possibilities. Previously, Suzanne also served as Deputy Director at the Gates Foundation, where she developed a portfolio of over $70 million in postsecondary investments. Additionally, she has held roles at Grantmakers for Effective Organizations, the Lumina Foundation for Education, and The Heinz Endowments. She has received national recognition for her portfolio of work with organizations at the intersection of innovation, technology, and learning.   In this episode, we discuss: ·   The concept of VUCA – Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity, and how it informs Suzanne's role as a leader in higher education ·   How nonprofits and funders can build transparent, effective relationships that lead to better results ·   The value of funders working with grantees as partners and making space in portfolios for nonobvious partners

"Like your sisters who came to Bennett College before you, you face a daunting landscape of challenges and uncertainties."

Host Ramses J and cohost Q Ward continue their series profiling the distinguished ladies of the National Council of Negro Women. Today's guest is Ms. Johnetta Cole, anthropologist, Museum director, and former President of Spellman and Bennett College. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our host, LUL President & CEO Lyndon Pryor, is joined by DeeDee Cummings, founder of the Louisville Book Festival. Founded in 2018 the festival's mission is to celebrate and promote the love and the benefits of reading, writing, and literacy. Cummings is a multi-talented author, therapist, and attorney. The duo talk about the power of literacy and the conspiracy of book banning, the evolution of Louisville, America's race problem, and the future of West Louisville. Cummings earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Bennett College. She has a Masters of Education in Counseling Psychology and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Louisville.

Welcome to the fourth season of Pathways with Joseph Campbell! This episode entitled, "The Psychological Basis of Freedom", was recorded at Bennett College in North Carolina in 1970. Host, Bradley Olson introduces the episode and gives commentary after the lecture. Pathways with Joseph Campbell is hosted by Brad Olson, PhD and is a production of the Joseph Campbell Foundation. It is produced by Tyler Lapkin. Executive Producer, John Bucher. Audio and editing services provided by Charles Mallett.For more information on the MythMaker Podcast Network and Joseph Campbell, visit JCF.org.All music exclusively provided by APM Music (apmmusic.com)

Deanna Wynn is a Biology and Earth/Environmental Science teacher at The Middle College at UNCG in Greensboro High Point, N.C. Now in her 21st year as an educator she has taught science to students ranging from sixth to twelfth grade. A graduate of Bennett College with a degree in Biology and a master's degree from UNC-Greensboro in Curriculum and Instruction, she has had the distinct honor of being named Guilford County Schools Middle School Teacher of the Year for the 2009-2010 academic year.  Deanna continued her commitment to education by earning an advanced certificate from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, in Early Adolescent Science. More:   Intro and Outro music "Vicious Pen" courtesy of Moby Gratis

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about the general sense so many of us have that something is missing from our careers. Maybe we feel it but can't pinpoint it. Or, maybe it's staring us in the face. Often it shows up as burnout, overwhelm or the constant need to prove ourselves. And, typically, when this occurs, it's because we've given our power away. This week, I talk with Melani Dziire, a leadership coach and former internal audit executive about her experience transitioning out of her former career. We also talk about the importance of establishing guardrails to ensure that we remain in control of our own careers and lives. About My GuestMelani Dziire is the owner of Desired Outcomes, LLC. which provides coaching and business consulting services. Ms. Dziire has an extensive background in the financial services industry as a senior executive focused on risk management, internal audit, and governance functions and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Ms. Dziire's executive/life coaching and leadership consulting practice was born out of her desire to help individuals unlock their full potential by finding purpose and becoming exceptional leaders. She also hosts ‘The Unfulfilled Achiever' podcast which delves into the often-overlooked emotional landscape of achieving levels of success but still seeking the elusive sense of fulfillment. She is a thought leader and consultant in risk management, internal audit, and governance drawing from her many years of experience as a senior executive with organizations such as USAA, PNC Bank, and SunTrust Bank (now Truist). As a DEI Champion, Ms. Dziire has been instrumental in establishing and leading multiple employee engagement and affinity teams, namely PNC's Internal Audit Black Leadership Advisory Council which effectively served and advocated for 400+ audit professionals. Ms. Dziire is a proud graduate of Clark Atlanta University with a degree in accounting and completed the Graduate School of Bank Investments and Financial Management Program at the University of South Carolina. She holds a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion certification from Cornell University and is also a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Project Manager. Ms. Dziire has held several board positions and is currently on the Board of Trustees for Bennett College in Greensboro, North Carolina. ~Connect with Melani:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniwalkerdziire/Facebook: Desired Outcomes CoachingInstagram: desired.outcomes.coaching~Connect with Kim and The Impostor Syndrome Files:Join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge:https://www.kimmeninger.com/Learn more about the Leading Humans discussion group:https://www.kimmeninger.com/coachingJoin the Slack channel to learn from, connect with and support other professionals: https://forms.gle/Ts4Vg4Nx4HDnTVUC6Join the Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadinghumansSchedule time to speak with Kim Meninger directly about your questions/challenges: https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-sessionConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimmeninger/Website:https://kimmeninger.com

Kat Sterling is an entrepreneur, writer, coach and motivational speaker from Shelby, North Carolina. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Bennett College in Greensboro, NC as well as a Master's Degree in Public Health from Emory University in Atlanta, GA. In addition, she has a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification and is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority Incorporated. Kat is an accomplished healthcare professional who is passionate about empowering individuals to pursue their dreams. Her passion for writing began as a hobby where she would write short blogs on social media to encourage those struggling with motivation and self-doubt. From there, it became a passion which eventually led to her authoring and publishing her first book. Kat's mission is to help people across the globe. She currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia with her husband and two children. You can get a hold of her best-selling book "Why They Are Winning and Why You Are Not" on amazon and audible: Why They Are Winning, and You Are Not: The Steps to Finding Success in Life: Sterling, Kat: 9798395680549: Amazon.com: Books Also, visit Kat's website: Sterling Life – Homeownership has a silver lining (katsterling.net)

In this episode, we're talking about women, but not just any women. Women of the Civil Right Movement, we are kicking off Black History month. We discuss the history of the Civil Rights Movement including some of the well-known events and then talk about how women were not only involved in these events but also often held leadership roles. Then we consider how the media of the time viewed their fight, and how history upholds or diminishes their effort. This is followed up with further details on how women truly were the backbone of the Civil Rights Movement. Finally we discuss what how their struggles impacted women of the time and today. Trigger warnings: Racism, sexual harassment     Follow the podcast: BlueSky and Twitter: @BigRepPod Instagram and TikTok: @BigReputationsPod   Become a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/bigreputationspod   Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/86669619 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Hosts: Kimberly Kunkle and Rebecca L. Salois Logo Design: Samantha Marmolejo Music: Shawn P. Russell Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell Recording and Editing: Rebecca L. Salois ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sources: Belles of Liberty: Gender, Bennett College and the Civil Rights Movement in Greensboro, North Carolina, by Linda Beatrice Brown “The Women of Selma: The Backbone of a Movement,” by Keecee DeVenny “Six of the Women Behind Brown v. Board of Education,” by the Legal Defense Fund “Women in the Modern Civil Rights Movement,” by the National Museum of African American History and Culture “The Invisible Women of the Civil Rights Movement,” by Beth Olanoff “The Sit-In Movement,” National Women's History Museum A Woman Purposed To Be A King, by Bernice A. King Photos From the Civil Rights Movement by the High Museum of Art Atlanta  

I'll be talking with my paternal cousin Jennifer Farris representing The Middleton Family.She's going to share with us on her days at Bennett College doing College Radio from being an intern at WNAA FM 90.1 to being an intern at WQMG FM 97.1 and i'll ask her what's she doing now. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samuel-wilsonjr/message

Recorded live at Future Ready, Complete College America's 2023 Annual Convening, CCA President Yolanda Watson Spiva, Ph.D., moderates a conversation among higher education leaders on what it means for their campuses and students to be future ready. This episode features: Maria Anguiano, Executive Vice President of Learning Enterprise, Arizona State University; Regent, University of California   COL Chris Mayer, U.S. Army, Ph.D.; Department Head, Department of English & Philosophy, The U.S. Military Academy at West Point  Suzanne Elise Walsh, President, Bennett College

Welcome to Episode 7 of the 2nd season of The R.A.C.E. Podcast. Today's episode is a continuation of our Race, Healing, & Joy Series. During this series, I will engage Reproductive Justice leaders to spotlight KHA's Race, Healing & Joy initiative and share preliminary insights gathered through more than 40 conversations (including interviews, circles of accountability, and an in-person convening).I am honored to welcome Dr. Deirdre Cooper Owens as our guest on today's podcast.Meet Dr. Deirdre Cooper Owens:Dr. Deirdre Cooper Owens is an award-winning historian and popular public speaker. She is the Charles and Linda Wilson Professor in the History of Medicine and Director of the Humanities in Medicine Program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In this position, Dr. Cooper Owens is one of two Black women in the U.S. running a medical humanities program. Dr. Cooper Owens is also the Director of the Program in African American History at the Library Company of Philadelphia founded by Benjamin Franklin in 173. Cooper Owens is a proud graduate of two historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), the all-women's Bennett College and Clark Atlanta University. She earned her Ph.D. in history at UCLA. As one of the country's most "acclaimed experts in U.S. history," according to Time Magazine, Cooper Owens is steadily working towards making history more accessible and inspiring for all.Listen in as Deirdre shares:What reproductive justice means to her and how her identities inform her workHer role as an academic, a historian, an advocate, and an activist and how they all come togetherThe role of "nonclosure" in Reproductive workWhat she wants people to think, feel, or know as they go deeper into their commitment of black reproductive justiceLearn more and connect with Dr. Deirdre Cooper Owens:Website: Deirdre Cooper OwensTwitterFacebookInstagramHi listener! Please take our short Listener Survey HERE to give The R.A.C.E. Podcast team feedback on the show. We will use the feedback to inform how we approach conversations in the future. Upon completion, you will be entered in our quarterly drawing for a $100 Visa gift card! Your email address will only be used for this purpose. Thanks in advance - we appreciate your feedback.Connect with Keecha Harris and Associates: Website: https://khandassociates.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keecha-harris-and-associates/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/khandassociates YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCukpgXjuOW-ok-pHtVkSajg/featured Connect with Keecha: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keechaharris/

Dr. Julianne Malveaux – noted economist, President Emerita of Bennett College for Women, and Dean for the College of Ethnic Studies at Cal State LA – joins Tavis to discuss the debt ceiling crisis, long overdue reparations, and the overall state of the economy.

It's fair to say that Sybil Wilkes, the former co-host of the Tom Joyner Morning Show, had her doubts in the beginning about her career in broadcasting, but helping hands along the way illuminated the path forward. The power of sisterhood is one of her guiding principles; she credits her mother for being a strong role model, leading her to be an advocate for others, especially women and people of color in the entertainment industry.YoSy, the media company she co-founded with her best friend, extends her “Be Informed, Be empowered” message to all of those around her. She shares with Jeanne how a few choice words from her mother let her know it was ok to step outside of her comfort zone, how self-awareness can make or break you, the three things she does for herself (or at least tries to do) everyday, and how being fired by legendary radio executive Marv Dyson turned out to be a blessing in disguise. About Sybil:Sybil is a Chicago native and graduate of Northwestern University, earning a Bachelors of Science in Political Science and Communication Studies. She began her radio career in 1985 as a production assistant at WKQX-FM, Chicago. She moved into news, leaving her hometown, and reporting for stations throughout the Southwest. She came back to Chicago in 1989, joining WGCI-AM/FM, as a talk show host. She added traffic reporter to her long resume in 1990, working at Shadow Traffic and joining Tom Joyner's show as a sidekick. She went on to be co-host with Joyner on his nationally syndicated show, heard in over 100 markets with more than eight million listeners. Sybil was known as The Voice of Reason, delivering news, information, and entertainment with honesty, accessibility and integrity, earning the trust of her nationwide audience. She is the distributor and editor of the daily newsletter, What You Need To Know, as well as the host of the podcast with the same name. She can currently be heard delivering news updates daily on The DL Hughley Show as well as Radio One stations across the country. She has received a number of accolades including The President's Award from the NAACP Image Awards, and an honorary Doctorate Degree from Bennett College in Greensboro, NC.

Dr. Julianne Malveaux – Noted economist, President Emerita of Bennett College for Women, and Dean for the College of Ethnic Studies at Cal State LA – joins Tavis to discuss the recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), which was the second-largest bank failure in American history.

Travis L. Williams is the Founder & CEO of HBCU All-Stars LLC, a black-owned sports marketing, events, and media company in Atlanta, GA focused on “Advocating, Educating, Exposing, Mentoring, & Investing in Hard-working, Talented, Ambitious Student-Athletes & Brilliant Coaches at Distinguished Historical Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs)” from across the country. Williams founded the company in 2019 and made history by launching the “First Ever HBCU All-Star Game” on Sunday, April 3, 2022 and ancillary experiences and events surrounding the historical endeavor during the Final Four Weekend and NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship Tournament in New Orleans. He also launched the inaugural HBCU All-Stars Pro Day Combine prior to the 2022 HBCU ASG. Over half of 2022 HBCU All-Stars Alums were provided professional opportunities within the NBA, G-League, and Internationally. Coach Williams has been the head men's basketball coach at two outstanding HBCUs, Tennessee State University and Fort Valley State Universities. Through his company HBCU All-Stars LLC, Williams has contributed over $100,000.00 to the four black college conferences (MEAC, SWAC, CIAA, SIAC), numerous HBCUs, elementary, middle and high schools, and non-profit organizations through College Admission Fairs, Legacy Court Dedication, and Kingsley House' Community Outreach Initiatives. He's provided real world experiences and internship opportunities to over 150 plus students interested in the sports industry through his company HBCU All-Stars LLC. Most recently, the first ever ATL Has Something to Say HBCU All-Stars Challenge was held at Morehouse College Forbes Arena on Thursday, November 17th – Saturday, November 19th. He has over 23 successful years of playing and coaching on the NCAA Division I & II and high school levels, with eight years at two prestigious HBCU's, internationally, semi-pro, as well as academic and athletic consulting experience in both public and private colleges & universities, and high school. Over 30 of Williams' former players made the “All-Conference Academics Team or Dean's List”. He has coached over 25 All-Conference and Region Players, more than 25 ALL-Tourney Team Players, 4 All-American Team Players, and over 45 of his former players have played professionally in the NBA, G-league, WBA (World Basketball Association) semi-pro, and internationally overseas. Williams established the “Travis L. Williams Foundation” focused on Educating, Empowering, and Mentoring Youth & Families. In memory of his deceased mother Patricia Ann Williams, he founded “Patricia's Blessed Closet” providing free clothes, shoes, furniture, books, school supplies, financial assistance, and Scholarship Fund for deserving Tift County High School students attending college. He serves as a board member of the FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) and previously served on the Georgia State University Athletics Hall of Fame Committee and Georgia Sports Hall-of-Fame Committee in Macon, GA. He is a member of the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC). Williams was inducted in his alma mater Tift County High School Inaugural Athletics Hall-of-Fame Class. He is a loyal member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. and serves as one of the “Impact Church Lead Organizers” for Kappa Scholarship, and Co-Lead for the “New” Student Center. He is married to Nikkya Williams, a HBCU graduate of Bennett College, and the couple celebrated 15 years of marriage on June 9, 2022. They have two outstanding children, a 11 year old daughter named Teagan Loure'Ann Williams (5th Grade) and a nine year old son named Travis (TJ) Jr (4th Grade). His children attend Ron Clark Academy.

This past Friday in their game against the Ottawa Senators, the Carolina Hurricanes honored the Historic Black Colleges & Universities in North Carolina by wearing helmet decals of schools from around the state of North Carolina. Among the HBCUs featured were Bennett College, North Carolina A&T, Winston-Salem State University, Johnson C. Smith University, and Shaw University.

Suzanne Walsh, president of Bennett College, joins us to reflect on her years working in Pittsburgh philanthropy as an idea scout helping people to find shared values and growth together.

Suzanne Walsh, president of Bennett College, joins us to reflect on her years working in Pittsburgh philanthropy as an idea scout helping people to find shared values and growth together.

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Dr. Julianne Malveaux - Prominent labor economist and president emeritus at Bennett College, has been appointed dean of the new College of Ethnic Studies at California State Los Angeles. She will join Tavis to offer her reflections on the Bruce Family's decision to sell Bruce's Beach to the County of Los Angeles and to unpack the exclusive conversation with George Fatheree III.

This week on The Maris Review, Evette Dionne joins Maris Kreizman to discuss her debut book, Weightless: Making Space for My Resilient Body and Soul, out now from Ecco Press. Evette Dionne is a journalist, an editor, and a pop-culture critic. She is the National Book Award-nominated author of Lifting as We Climb: Black Women's Battle for the Ballot Box, a middle- grade nonfiction book about Black women suffragists. A graduate of Bennett College, Dionne is based in Denver, where she works as the executive editor of YES! Media. Her debut is called Weightless. Recommended Reading: Drunk on Love by Jasmine Guillory • The Undead Truth of Us by Britney S. Lewis • Nightcrawling by Leila Mottley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the report The Lived Experience of Fundraisers of Color produced by Cause Effective, two-thirds of the respondents mentioned facing obstacles in their development careers due to their race. More than half of those surveyed acknowledged they might be reluctant to recommend that people of color they know enter into the fundraising profession, “because fundraising involves external relationships where bias might be present” and “fundraising reflects and magnifies the racial hierarchies of our culture.”On this episode of Nonprofit Nation, I sit down with Kia Croom, a fund development executive with 20 years of experience. Kia launched the Black Fundraisers' podcast to celebrate, inspire and equip Black fund development professionals to excel and positively impact Black communities. Some of my favorite episodes have featured Johnnetta Cole, the first Black woman president of Spelman College and later Bennett College, social entrepreneur Trabian Shorters, and fundraising executive Dianna Campbell.Kia also spearheads an initiative called Fundraising in Black -  a series of fundraising capacity-building courses targeted to Black and Brown fundraising professionals.  Connect with Kia: Website:  www.kiacroom.comInstagram:  @kiacroomTwitter: @iamkiacroomLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiacroom/ Email: croomkia@gmail.com About Julia Campbell, the host of the Nonprofit Nation podcast:Named as a top thought leader by Forbes and BizTech Magazine, Julia Campbell (she/hers) is an author, coach, and speaker on a mission to make the digital world a better place.She wrote her book, Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits, as a roadmap for social change agents who want to build movements using engaging digital storytelling techniques. Her second book, How to Build and Mobilize a Social Media Community for Your Nonprofit, was published in 2020 as a call-to-arms for mission-driven organizations to use the power of social media to build movements.Julia's online courses, webinars, and keynote talks have helped hundreds of nonprofits make the shift to digital thinking and how to do effective marketing in the digital age.Take Julia's free nonprofit masterclass,  3 Must-Have Elements of Social Media That ConvertsConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliacampbell/

“Using the Past to Build the Future” Ashley N. Scott currently serves as the Chief Communications Officer of The Freedom Georgia Initiative. Mrs. Scott is not only a real estate agent but an activist and public speaker helping to amplify the story of how 19 Black families purchased over 502 acres of land 2-hours south of Metro Atlanta to implement their vision of an environmentally friendly, self-sufficient, intentional community.  A graduate of Bennett College for Women with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Ashley Scott currently works with Keller Williams Atlanta Metro East and resides in Stonecrest, GA. She is a member of the Dekalb Association of REALTORS, the NAACP, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and sits on the Board of the Black Achievement Fund. A sought-after inspirational speaker and content contributor, Ashley's is recognized from her two appearances on Earn Your Leisure (Apple's #1 Business Podcast), CNN, and the Black News Channel. Her story has been featured in Forbes, Washington Post, New York Times, and more.  To  connect with Ashley, use the links below:   IG:https://www.instagram.com/Ashleyscottkw Website: www.AshleyScottInspires.com   For more information, visit the website or send an email.   email: wegotproblemspodcast@gmail.com Web: https://www.wegotproblemspodcast.com   Networking Group Join We Got Problems After Dark   Our Websites https://wegotproblemspodcast.com https://curtisgmartin.com https://rhondawritesofficial.com https://thetrashvegan.com   Follow us on Social Media:  @curtismartin247  Curtis G Martin @therhondalbrown Rhonda L Brown @the_trash_vegan_ Caliph Johnson Sr   #curtisgmartin  #rhondalbrown  #caliphjohnsonsr #wegotproblemsafterdark #wegotproblemspodcast #therhondalbrown #the_trash_vegan_ #curtismartin247 #wegotproblems #wegotsolutions #CurtisGmartin #RhondaLBrown #CaliphJohnsonSr #ghettowaze #johnniedominoe #politics #vote  

Rodney Dawson speaks with Betty Jo Wilson, Yvonne Johnson, Roslyn Smith and Lewis Brandon III, who took part in Greensboro civil rights demonstrations during the 1960s. This episode was recorded live at Triad Stage on September 26, 2022, in connection with the world premiere of "Rebellious," a play about four Bennett College students during the 1960 Sit-Ins. The interview with Dr. Willa B. Player was recorded by Eugene E. Pfaff Jr., December 3, 1979, as part of the Greensboro Voices Oral History Project and is copyrighted by the Greensboro Public Library. Find a transcript of the entire interview at https://gateway.uncg.edu/islandora/object/oh:112 The History Notes Podcast features conversations about the history of the Gate City and beyond. Greensboro History Museum staff talk to historians about events that shaped life in our city -- and to Greensboro's own history makersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Julianne Malveaux - Prominent labor economist and president emeritus at Bennett College, has been appointed dean of the new College of Ethnic Studies at California State Los Angeles. She is also the author of “Surviving and Thriving: 365 Facts in Black Economic History.” What will happen to Black workers' gains if there's a recession? How is “economic violence” hurting us? What's the Crisis in education? She joins Tavis to unpack these issues and more

Dr. Julianne Malveaux - Prominent labor economist and president emeritus at Bennett College, has been appointed dean of the new College of Ethnic Studies at California State Los Angeles. As we continue to face soaring inflation, President Joe Biden's economic approval rating has hit a new low. Black America is suffering disproportionately, as we bear the brunt of rising gas prices, grocery, and housing prices. She joins Tavis to discuss the latest concerns during this downturn

Shanna speaks with Debt Collective members Thomas Gokey (Debt Collective Co-Founder), Dr. Shamell Bell (Harvard lecturer) and Braxton Brewington (Debt Collective Press Secretary) about their foundational belief in the Rolling Jubilee. The group shares their work with Bennett College to abolish $1.7M in student debt.  References Rolling Jubilee Is a Spark—Not the Solution Why income caps for student loan forgiveness would be a disaster Braxton Brewington on Twitter Braxton Brewington on LinkedIn Dr. Shamell Bell on Instagram Dr. Shamell Bell, Dartmouth Lecturer

With Americans owing more than $1.7 trillion in student loan debt, Black and other marginalized students are bearing a disproportionate share of the burden. On today's episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by Braxton Brewington, the spokesperson for The Debt Collective. That organization, dedicated to ending what it considers unjust debt, closed out more than a million dollars owed by students at Bennett College. They talk about what went into making this happen, and the myths about student borrowing that are standing in the way of solutions. Guest: Braxton Brewington, spokesperson for The Debt Collective Podcast production by Jasmine Ellis  You can skip all the ads in A Word by joining Slate Plus. Sign up now at slate.com/awordplus for just $1 for your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Americans owing more than $1.7 trillion in student loan debt, Black and other marginalized students are bearing a disproportionate share of the burden. On today's episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by Braxton Brewington, the spokesperson for The Debt Collective. That organization, dedicated to ending what it considers unjust debt, closed out more than a million dollars owed by students at Bennett College. They talk about what went into making this happen, and the myths about student borrowing that are standing in the way of solutions. Guest: Braxton Brewington, spokesperson for The Debt Collective Podcast production by Jasmine Ellis  You can skip all the ads in A Word by joining Slate Plus. Sign up now at slate.com/awordplus for just $1 for your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Americans owing more than $1.7 trillion in student loan debt, Black and other marginalized students are bearing a disproportionate share of the burden. On today's episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by Braxton Brewington, the spokesperson for The Debt Collective. That organization, dedicated to ending what it considers unjust debt, closed out more than a million dollars owed by students at Bennett College. They talk about what went into making this happen, and the myths about student borrowing that are standing in the way of solutions. Guest: Braxton Brewington, spokesperson for The Debt Collective Podcast production by Jasmine Ellis  You can skip all the ads in A Word by joining Slate Plus. Sign up now at slate.com/awordplus for just $1 for your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Julianne Malveaux - Prominent labor economist and president emeritus at Bennett College, has been appointed dean of the new College of Ethnic Studies at California State Los Angeles. She joins Tavis to discuss a bevy of current event issues including: inflation, rising gas prices, the economy and supply chains (Hour 1)

This homily was given by Father Marcel Amadi. Father Marcel is currently serving as chaplain at Bennett College, NC A&T State University, Wake Forest University, Salem College, and NC School of the Arts. Readings from the Third Sunday of Easter: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/050122.cfm

Dr. Julianne Malveaux - Prominent labor economist and president emeritus at Bennett College, has been appointed dean of the new College of Ethnic Studies at California State Los Angeles. She joins Tavis to discuss a bevy of current event issues including: the price of gas, inflation, reparations, and more (Hour 3)

Whitley and Kim deal with male guest issues while Freddie assumes her short lived reign as the Hillman Poet Laureate. Join us as we discuss boundaries. Episodes Discussed: S2E9 - All's Fair This season, we are highlighting and donating to a variety of HBCUs, which have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, more than ever, these institutions need our support. This week, we are supporting Bennett College. Go to www.bennett.edu to donate. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website. Like this show? Please leave us a review here. And post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Original music produced by Deyquan Bowens. For more info, visit www.deyquanbowens.com.

Topics include: How HBCUs are connecting students with business, the cost of higher education, changes since COVID, the competitive advantage of Bennett's 'smallness' and changes in the region's urban cores. Panelists Holly Childs, President and CEO, Wilmington Downtown LLC John McDonough, City Manager, Greenville South Carolina

Dwayne discovers that he has more in common with Col. Taylor than he thought. Meanwhile, Whitley gives Freddie a makeover. Plus, there's a nice #BlackandSTEM moment. We're ready to break it all down for you! Episodes Discussed: S2E8 - Life With Father This season, we are highlighting and donating to a variety of HBCUs, which have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, more than ever, these institutions need our support. This week, we are supporting Bennett College. Go to www.bennett.edu to donate. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website. Like this show? Please leave us a review here. And post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Original music produced by Deyquan Bowens. For more info, visit www.deyquanbowens.com.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: [1:32] – This conversation starts with a free flowing discussion between Rhonda and Manoj [5:42] – The importance of disaggregated data [9:47] – Education in the U.S. [14:06] – Rhonda's take on the skills gap [14:50] – Racial diversity in the tech space [26:35] – Student loan debt [28:23] – Being wary of an Income Share Agreement (ISA) [32:42] – The lack of corporate investments in K-12 education [35:29] – How to question an ISA MORE ON RHONDA:Rhonda Vonshay Sharpe is the President and Founder of the Women's Institute for Science, Equity and Race. She is an economist and mathematician who analyzes large datasets to find the stories hidden in the aggregate and her research focuses on three areas: gender and racial inequality, the diversity of STEM, and the demography of higher education. Rhonda's research has been featured on the PBS News Hour, Marketplace, The Kerri Miller Show, The New York Times, The Economist, and The Washington Post. Rhonda was named a Black Scholar You Should Know by TheBestSchools.org and BlackEnterprise.com and has served on the faculty at Barnard College, Bennett College, Bucknell University, Columbia University, Duke University, and the University of Vermont. Rhonda holds master's degrees from Clark Atlanta University (applied mathematics), Stanford University (operations research), and Claremont Graduate University (economics), and completed her doctorate in economics/mathematics at Claremont Graduate University.MORE ON RAMPED: Check us out at www.rampedcareers.com Interested in becoming a Ramped Professional? Sign up here: https://rampedcareers.com/candidate-form/ Interested in becoming a Ramped Corporate Partner? Email us at sales@rampedcareers.com

Malika Hadley Freydberg- SOREN LIT Fall Issue 2021 Malika Hadley Freydberg is a multi-medium performance and visual artist based in New Orleans, Louisiana. She's a four time national slam poet, and has graced the final stage in two of those four competitions. She's had a fascination with magick and Conjure Women since she read “Mama Day” by Gloria Naylor at age 9, and became determined to become a woman of magick from that day forward. She works as a tour guide, sharing the history and folklore of Southern Louisiana, which has informed most of her work since 2016.Malika is a Sode in Ifa, an Olorisa of Oya upon completion of initiation at Temple Yemoja in Ibadan, Nigeria in 2019, and Priestess of Osun and Obatala in Louisiana Plantation Vodou as of July 2021. She's been an eclectic Conjurer since she began praying to the moon at 14. She's read tarot cards for 22 years, and cowries for 8. She is also a proud member of the choir at First Grace United Methodist Church in Midcity New Orleans; she sees this as the honoring of as many branches of her ancestry as possible.Malika holds a B.A. in Arts Management-Music from Bennett College in Greensboro, NC (HBCU PRIDE!), and a Masters in Music Education, focus in Choral Conducting and Ethnomusicology from Georgia State. She lives in a house with a purple door with her wife and three cats~ the culmination of every love-obsessed queer witch, in her opinion. SOREN LIT FOUNDING EDITOR & PODCAST HOST: Melodie J. Rodgers www.sorenlit.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melodie-rodgers/message

I spoke with Dominique to catch up with her and hear more about her dedication to building stronger communities. She and her family was featured on the tv show Extreme Home Makeover when we were both in high school and her mother was super invested in making schools safer by creating government policies about bullying. I have seen her advocate for communities in many capacities so you already know I had to sit down and chat with her! Hope you enjoy. Dominique Dawkins has spent most of her professional career working in county government and engaging the community on strategic initiatives and policies related to the Census, poverty-related issues, and citizen engagement in local government. As an advocate for higher learning, Dominique has volunteered in creating college scholarship and internship opportunities as well as assisting high school and college students in college scholarship research in North Carolina. Dominique currently works for Spartanburg County in the Community Development department as a Community Specialist. She received a Political Science and Global studies degree from Bennett College in Greensboro, NC and a Master of Public Administration from North Carolina Central University in Durham, NC. Dominique is a native of Springfield, Massachusetts and currently resides in Spartanburg, SC with her husband André. Dominique on Instagram: @_dominationnn_ F O L L O W   ME: Facebook- @shedidthatpod (She Did That) Instagram- @nikaielise Twitter- @nikaielise8 Buy Me A Coffee

Bill Myers Inspires  Justice, after a historic verdict in Minneapolis, is the subject today during this Jazz Appreciation Month. Join me and my special guest, six-time GRAMMY nominated jazz singer Nnenna Freelon as we explore the powerful human connection of justice and jazz and the significance in this moment. ABOUT NNENNA FREELON Six-time GRAMMY® Award nominee Nnenna Freelon has earned a well-deserved reputation as a compelling and captivating live performer. As a writer, composer, producer and educator the songstress has performed at prestigious venues and events from The Kennedy Center to The White House and even The Grammys. In 2019, she received from the National Association of Women In The Arts the “Youth Empowerment Through the Arts” Award and “Artist of the Year' Award. She was named a “Woman of Substance” by Bennett College for Woman, and much more. Nnenna is also a wife, mother, and sister who has experienced life's amazing gifts, and also its heartbreak. The loss of her soulmate and husband, renowned architect Phil Freelon, in 2019 to ALS, followed by the loss of her sister Debbie in 2020 to cancer, have led to her new works - a new recording entitled "Time Traveler" and her soon-to-be-heard Podcast, "Great Grief". Freelon is a winner of both the Billie Holiday Award from the prestigious Académie du Jazz and the Eubie Blake Award from the Cultural Crossroads Center in New York City. She was nominated twice as “Lady of Soul” by the Soul Train Awards. Freelon has dedicated herself to educating young people, both musicians and non-musicians, and students of all ages as the former National Spokesperson for Partners in Education and through her own master classes and workshops “Sound Sculpture” and “Babysong”. Nnenna lives in Durham, North Carolina happy to be close near her children and grandchildren. https://www.nnenna.com nnenna@mac.com   ~ More About Bill Myers Inspires ~  Emmy Award-winning actor Bill Myers is an accomplished actor, jazz musician, filmmaker, writer, educator, and speaker. As a bi-racial man who is both black and white, Bill leverages his background, talents, and voice through creativity, compassion, and connection as activism for social justice to focus on uniting the divide and compelling change. In a civic leadership capacity, he has served as President of the African American Jazz Caucus in NYC, member of the Indianapolis Cultural Development Committee, and served as President of the Indianapolis Downtown Optimist Club. In addition to his Emmy Award, Bill has received many awards and notable commissions for his work including being commissioned by the Indianapolis Museum of Art to create an original work for Dr. Martin Luther King Day entitled “The Music, Martin & Me.” Bill Myers seeks to encourage, enlighten, and empower others through the power of entertainment to affect social justice. You can find Bill Myers: Billmyersinspires.com   https://www.facebook.com/billmyersinspires  https://twitter.com/bmyersinspires1 https://www.instagram.com/billmyersinspires billmyersinspires@gmail.com To get more of Bill Myers Inspires, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/bill-myers-inspires/  

We discuss the Bethune-Cookman presidential transition, the historic settlement of the Maryland HBCU federal lawsuit, and Bennett College’s new strategic framework. Subscribe at educationnewsflash.substack.com

LaShona shares how to manage your finances in a blended family. She gives tips based her own experiences. LaShona Patton-Jones is a native of Charlotte, NC and currently resides in Baltimore, MD. She is a wife and mother six children. LaShona holds a Bachelor's degree in Music from Bennett College for Women, an MBA from Capella University and a Master's of Science in Human Resources Organizational Development. Ms. Patton-Jones moved to Maryland in 2006 and her impact in the community was felt immediately. She cultivated a career in workforce development and held leadership positions at America Works, ARDX and UDC Workforce Development. LaShona transferred her skillset to the Human Resources field in 2014 after completing her master's degree. She is owner and operator of a full-service professional services firm L. Jones and Associates wherein she caters to organizations, companies in the areas of professional development, career navigation and coaching. She is also a licensed Non-Public Arbitrator for FINRA and uses her past experience as a licensed Financial Representative to educate the community on wealth building. Ms. Patton-Jones has a wealth of knowledge that she shares weekly throughout Maryland concerning personal development, professional development, and wealth creation. LaShona volunteers at various schools in the Baltimore community in the Cherry Hill neighborhood. She works with 7th and 8th graders with Seasoned Women Ministries as a mentor. She cultivates trust and teaches a curriculum called Choices which assists students with developing self-esteem, hygiene and better life choices. Her volunteerism doesn't stop there but extends with her work with the Maryland Food Bank. LaShona Patton-Jones is now an author with her new releases of her first books- Learning to Cook for My Man Romance through Food and NC Girl Living in a Maryland World. Ms. Patton-Jones is excited about the opportunity to provide a valuable service to the membership of the National Capital Area Society for Public Health Education & Maryland American Public Health Association. L&M Catering 443.500.6381 Look for her book - Stepmom Strategies 30 Days to Triump. A guide to blended family communication in finances. Check out the host at: www.itsmymoneyjournal.info www.instagram.com/itsmymoney_ www.instagram.com/themoneyexchangepodcast_

We reflect on the 60th anniversary of the Woolworth's lunch counter sit-ins and learn about some of its lesser-sung heroes: the women of Bennett College. Our guests are Bennett College President Suzanne Walsh and sit-in participant Dr. Linda Brown. The Chamber's executive vice president for member engagement, Tracy Myers, hosts. Thanks for joining us! This episode is sponsored by Truliant Federal Credit Union Visit Truliant here  --------------------- Today's host is Tracy Myers, the Executive Vice President for Member Engagement.   1:55 - Tracy welcomes guest Dr. Suzanne Walsh, President of Bennett College, and Dr. Linda Brown, a Bennett alumni who participated in the famous Sit-In movement in July 1960. Tracy asks them to share some information about themselves.   2:52 - Tracy invites Dr. Brown to speak about the book she wrote about her experiences and the role of herself and other women during the Civil Rights movement. Dr. Brown's accounts of these moments in history are so critical because she worked on laying the foundation to make the sit-ins happen, and experienced the movement happening first-hand.    6:37 - Dr. Brown speaks about how she and other female activists worked behind the scenes to make the sit-ins happen, but that their actions went unnoticed. “The women at Bennett never wanted to take away from the decision of the guys, and one of the reasons it wasn't talked about, it wasn't corrected, was that we were looking for solidarity and we didn't want to appear to the community to be fighting with each other. That would not have done the movement any good.”   7:57 - Tracy asks Dr. Walsh to speak on how she promotes Bennett, tells the school's story, and emphasizes how Bennett has played a critical role in Greensboro. Dr. Walsh starts by highlighting her favorite statistic from Bennett's history - that 40% of the student population was arrested during the Sit-Ins, and those Bennett Belles were wholly supported by their university president at that time.    10:22 - Dr. Walsh furthers the discussion into Dr. Brown's book, as Dr. Brown not only tackles the role of women in the Civil Rights movement but also dives deeply into the role of gender, the expectations of gender, the respectability of women, why and how women are hidden figures of history.    14:27 - Dr. Brown talks about how previous Bennett presidents have advocated for Bennett to be included in the history of the Civil Rights and that their on-going support enabled her to complete her book. Dr. Walsh discusses how a Bennett Belle she visited still has letters and “college mementos” from the time that are now seen as vital pieces of the accurate telling of Bennett's role in the movement.    17:22 - To wrap up, Tracy asks what it is about the culture of Bennett College that produces students who are unafraid to stand up for their beliefs. The answers, grounded in past experiences and strong educational backgrounds, highlight how that spirit of participation and involvement is strong within the Bennett conversation.    23:02 - To find Dr. Brown's book, Belles of Liberty: Gender, Bennett College, and the Civil Rights Movement in Greensboro look locally if you're in Greensboro, search on Amazon, or look via Dr. Brown's website.   ---------------------   Interested in Dr. Brown's book?  Purchase Belles of Liberty: Gender, Bennett College, and the Civil Rights Movement in Greensboro on Amazon.   Be sure to check out Dr. Brown's website for her writing, events, workshops, and more:  www.lindabeatricebrownauthor.com    Remember to subscribe for new episode notifications each week.   Make sure to follow impact. The Boro on social media!    Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: @gsochamber   Visit the Chamber website at greensboro.org.

This episode features a conversation with my dear friend, godmother, mentor, and acclaimed choir director and Bennett Belle, Joyce Garrett talking about the HISTORY of Our Stories. In it, she shares her personal experience participating in the Civil Rights Movement as a college student and the continuous fight for racial justice today. Joyce Garrett, a native of Kinston, North Carolina consistently produced outstanding choral ensembles for over thirty years at Eastern High School, Washington, DC. A consummate musician and exemplary music educator, Garrett served as Founder/Artistic Director of the Excellence Without Excuses program, a youth intervention, values-training and scholarship program she created for the award-winning Eastern High School Choir of Washington, DC during her teaching career there from 1972-1999. Garrett directed the United States Naval Academy Gospel Choir in Annapolis, Maryland from 1990 until 2006, performing throughout the United States from California to New York, showcasing the Gospel Choir's talents, and serving as a catalyst for Academy minority student recruitment and retention. Garrett received the Bachelor of Arts Degree from Bennett College, and the Master of Music Degree from The Catholic University in Washington, DC. During her teaching career, she received numerous honors and awards Currently, she serves as the Music and Worship Arts Ministry Director of the Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA. She is married to James Garrett and is the mother of two adult children, Rodney and Melanie Messer. Follow her work through the Joyce Garrett Fan Page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.