Podcasts about Paul Quinn College

Jeff Meade spent 20 years building companies. Then a friend asked him one question on a hike near Mount Fuji — what makes you happy? — and he couldn't answer it. That four-hour conversation led him to Paul Quinn College in Dallas, where he now serves as Chief Innovation Officer and runs a program with one non-negotiable rule: every student, regardless of major, must start and operate a real business before they graduate. No simulations. No worksheets. Real ventures, real customers, real failure. Every school says it wants future-ready students. Most are still teaching them how to pass tests. Jeff Meade decided that wasn't good enough — and built a venture-based learning model that turns a graduation requirement into the most practical education a student can get. If you're a school leader wondering whether entrepreneurship education belongs on your campus, this episode answers the question. ✅ What You'll Learn Why employers stopped wanting graduates who can pass tests — and what they're asking for instead How Paul Quinn structured a seed fund and advisor model so student ventures get real resources, not just pitch competitions Why this generation's biggest professional liability is their inability to talk to strangers — and what to do about it What a theoretical entrepreneurship curriculum gets wrong, and how venture-based learning fixes it How K–12 leaders can apply the same principles without a college-sized program

In this episode, I talk with Jeffrey Meade, founding director of entrepreneurship at Paul Quinn College, about the school's “Every Quinnite is an Entrepreneur” program, where by 2028 every student must launch a real business that generates revenue before graduating. Jeff explains why traditional schools optimize for employment but the job market is changing, making entrepreneurial thinking—creativity, adaptability, and problem-solving—more essential. We dig into what qualifies as a “real business” (no fixed revenue threshold, but real customers, pivots, and an MVP mindset), why they focus on solving a core problem before layering in AI, and the mindset shift first-generation and Pell Grant students must make from “don't fail” to “fail fast” in a safe learning environment. Jeff also shares how he's open sourcing the model through case studies and a podcast, plus where to learn more.00:45 Why Entrepreneurship Now03:38 Mandatory Student Ventures04:35 MVPs And First Sales06:52 AI Tools Problem First10:31 From Scarcity To Confidence13:06 Safe Space To Fail15:18 Open Sourcing The Model17:29 Where To Learn MoreConnect with Jeffrey: https://paulquinn.edu/entrepreneurshipjeff-meade.comjmeade@pqc.eduhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffmeadeConnect with Raul: • Work with Raul: https://dogoodwork.io • Free Growth Resources: https://dogoodwork.io/resources

Watch the speech here --The speaker, a former public school teacher and politician, addressed the Class of 2026 at Paul Quinn College, highlighting the institution's historical roots and Dr. Michael Sorrell's transformative leadership. The speaker emphasized the economic disparities faced by young people, noting that only 50% of Millennials and a lower percentage of Gen Z earn more than their parents. They called for a spiritual awakening, drawing parallels to past revolutions and urging the graduates to lead a new era of faith, service, and love. The speech concluded with a call to action, urging the graduates to use their disillusionment as a strength and to serve their communities.

Higher education is under mounting pressure to prove its value. But the data institutions need to respond already exists — most are just not using it strategically. In this episode of the Changing Higher Ed® podcast, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Melba Amissi, Chief Customer and Operations Officer at the National Student Clearinghouse, about how the Clearinghouse's cross-institutional data can help college presidents and boards navigate the accountability, affordability, and workforce alignment challenges reshaping higher education. Drawing on a career in financial services, fraud analytics, cybersecurity, and operational transformation, Amissi brings an outsider's perspective to higher ed — one grounded in measurable outcomes and data-driven decision-making. She and Dr. McNaughton explore why institutions must embrace non-linear student pathways, improve credit mobility, strengthen employer partnerships, and lead with transparency to maintain public trust and institutional viability. This conversation is especially relevant for institutional leaders grappling with how to demonstrate return on investment, serve the growing stop-out population, and align programs with workforce needs in a rapidly shifting political and economic landscape. Topics Covered: The National Student Clearinghouse's role beyond compliance reporting — as a strategic benchmarking and analytics resource Why 42 million adults with some college and no credential represent both a challenge and an opportunity How credit mobility and articulation agreements affect enrollment competitiveness The Workforce Pell negotiated rulemaking process and its implications for program design Why workforce alignment should be an "and," not an "or" alongside liberal education How the FAFSA will now warn students about institutions with poor earnings-to-cost outcomes The rising Higher Education Price Index and its compounding effect on institutional costs Real-World Examples Discussed: Franklin University's articulation agreements with over 1,400 institutions, enabling five-minute credit evaluations for transfer students Paul Quinn College's work-integrated model partnering students with Southwest Airlines and other employers Tennessee's statewide talent pipeline that maps graduate competencies directly to employer needs Microsoft's partnership with Miami-Dade College community colleges to build cybersecurity workforce programs Oregon's systemwide credit transfer framework as a model for state-level interoperability Three Key Takeaways for Leadership: Transparency is a survival strategy — proactively share graduation rates, employment outcomes, and student debt data to build trust and stay ahead of regulatory mandates. Align programs with workforce needs through employer partnerships, stackable credentials, and continuous program assessment to demonstrate measurable ROI. Demonstrate real impact — show students, families, and stakeholders the tangible outcomes of your institutional strategies. Bonus Takeaway from Dr. McNaughton: Embrace diverse and non-linear student pathways. The traditional four-year linear journey is no longer the norm — institutions must design systems that serve students from all walks of life and keep the focus on student outcomes. This episode offers a data-grounded look at why higher education's most urgent challenges — cost, accountability, and public trust — require leaders who are willing to use the information already at their disposal to drive strategic change. Read the transcript: https://changinghighered.com/racking-stop-outs-transfers-and-roi-across-the-full-student-journey/ #HigherEducation #HigherEdROI #HigherEducationPodcast #StudentSuccess #WorkforceAlignment 

Leadership requires intentional development! A passionate NPHC speaker, Eddie began his leadership journey as president of his Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity chapter at Loyola University New Orleans, where he was also vice president of the Interfraternity Council. Because of his leadership, Eddie earned the Spirit of Loyola Award for Racial Understanding. He even choreographed a step routine that won second place at the ever-popular Bayou Classic Battle of the Bands and Greek Show! Eddie later served as an alumni chapter president and campus chapter advisor. Professionally, Eddie is a consultant who led marketing and communications at Southern University at New Orleans, Paul Quinn College, Dillard University, and Talladega College. He is an adjunct instructor for Southern New Hampshire University who has also taught at Tulane University and Dallas College. Additionally, Eddie's diverse professional background includes mass media and talent acquisition. In episode 638 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out the biggest mistakes or struggles for Eddie that eventually shaped the D9 Leadership Blueprint, when he realized that leadership requires intentional development, why he chose to blend research, real-world leadership, and "D9 Old Head Wisdom", how leaders move from survival mode to intentional leadership, what is a self-awareness exercise or mindset shift he would recommend, how Ubuntu show up practically in fraternity and sorority leadership, how understanding followership actually make someone a more effective leader, what is one concept from the D9 Leadership Blueprint that would create the biggest ripple effect, what role do alumni play in reinforcing intentional leadership instead of just critiquing from the sidelines, and how he helps young leaders understand legacy without overwhelming them. Enjoy!

In this episode of the Changing Higher Ed® podcast, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Jeff Meade, Founding Director of the Every Quinnite is an Entrepreneur program at Paul Quinn College, about how the institution has embedded entrepreneurship into the operating model of the college itself. Rather than treating entrepreneurship as an elective or a business school track, Paul Quinn uses it as a structural solution to some of higher education's biggest challenges: workforce readiness, student engagement, institutional costs, and student debt. As one of only eight federally recognized work colleges in the United States, Paul Quinn requires all resident freshmen and sophomores to work on campus in meaningful operational roles. By junior and senior year, students transition into paid positions with corporate partners such as Southwest Airlines and Goldman Sachs. At the same time, every freshman completes a required entrepreneurship course during summer bridge, and students begin building and pitching real venture ideas that can receive seed funding from the college. Jeff explains how this model allows the college to lower tuition by redesigning its business structure, how corporate partnerships create a true workforce pipeline rather than traditional internships, and how entrepreneurship is used to teach students to become entrepreneurs of their own lives. This conversation is especially relevant for institutional leaders looking for practical ways to improve workforce readiness, reduce student debt, strengthen retention, and break down academic silos without adding new programs or increasing costs. Topics Covered: How the federal work college model changes both student engagement and institutional costs Why Paul Quinn lowered tuition by changing its operating model rather than increasing discounting How campus work transitions into paid corporate roles for juniors and seniors The required summer bridge entrepreneurship course for every freshman How student ventures are integrated into multiple academic disciplines The role of faculty leadership development through supervising student workers Why partnerships, both external and internal, are central to the model How a seed fund is designed to be self-sustaining through student venture revenue Real-World Examples Discussed: A student learning grant research and development by working directly in the entrepreneurship department Students working in enrollment management and representing the college at recruitment events Corporate partners sponsoring pitch competitions and hiring students into paid roles Students earning income that both offsets tuition and builds professional experience Freshmen pitching business ideas based on problems they see in their own communities Three Key Takeaways for Leadership: Partner with other institutions, corporations, and entrepreneurs rather than trying to build everything internally Design entrepreneurship and experiential learning models to be self-sustaining, not cost centers Make entrepreneurship universal across the student body so it becomes part of the institutional DNA Dr. McNaughton's Bonus Takeaway: Partnerships must exist internally across departments as well as externally to prevent silos and fully integrate the model This episode provides a clear example of how entrepreneurship can function as an institutional design strategy, not just a curricular offering. Read the transcript: https://changinghighered.com/entrepreneurship-to-redesign-college-operating-model/    #HigherEducation #StudentSuccess #WorkforceReadiness #Entrepreneurship

In this episode of the Balancing Act podcast, Andy speaks with Jeff Meade, the founding director of entrepreneurship at Paul Quinn College. They discuss Jeff's journey as a serial entrepreneur, the unique work readiness focus of Paul Quinn College, and the importance of fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among all students, not just business majors.  Jeff shares insights on how higher education institutions can adapt to changing market demands by acting like startups and emphasizes the significance of venture-based learning in preparing students for real-world challenges. The conversation also touches on the college's seed fund initiative to support student ideas and Jeff's personal growth goals in understanding private equity. Tune into episode 226 to hear Jeff's story, his career rocket-booster moment, and his thoughts on all things entrepreneurship and why "Every Quinnite is an Entrepreneur." AndrewTemte.com

In this special Christmas Day edition of The Balancing Act Podcast, Andy shares a holiday message and introduces listeners to his other podcast, Money Lessons with Andrew Temte, PhD, CFA. Money Lessons is a weekly show where he distills complex financial concepts through historical storytelling and practical examples. Each bite-sized episode builds on the last, creating a comprehensive foundation for smarter financial decisions. Whether you're just starting your career or planning for retirement, these lessons will change how you think about money. Subscribe to Money Lessons with Andrew Temte on your favorite podcast service. Join us next week on The Balancing Act when we return with regularly scheduled programming and a conversation about entrepreneurship with Jeff Meade of Paul Quinn College.

Dr. Thema has an inspiring conversation with her father Bishop Bryant about his journey moving from being a late bloomer as a youth to a champion for spiritual and political liberation. He shares what helped him to launch as someone who struggled with academics and behavior as a result of fear. He shares his success story and his wisdom for parents who are raising children who have not yet flourished. Bishop John Richard Bryant is the son of the late Bishop Harrison James Bryant and Edith Holland Bryant. He was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland and is a graduate of Baltimore City College High School and is a graduate of Morgan State University in his hometown. After college, Bishop Bryant joined the Peace Corps and served as a volunteer in West Africa from 1965 to 1967. He has taken seriously the words "study to show thyself approved…" Bishop Bryant received his B.A. in 1965 from Morgan State University, Master of Theology in 1970 from the Boston University School of Theology and a Doctor of Ministry degree in 1975 from the Colgate Rochester Divinity School. He also receivedseveral Honorary Doctoral Degrees from Wilberforce University, Paul Quinn College, Payne Theological Seminary, the Southern California School of Ministry, Virginia Seminary and his alma mater, Morgan State University. In addition, he was honored as an outstanding alumni of Boston University School of Theology and was inducted into the Baltimore City College High School Hall of Fame. Bishop Bryant was a Martin Luther King, Jr. Fellow and while pursuing his doctoral studies at Colgate Rochester Divinity School, he completed special studies at the University of Lagos [Nigeria] and the University of Ghana at Legon and served as a Peace Corp volunteer. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share.

What if launching a business was a graduation requirement? At Paul Quinn College, that's exactly what students are doing. In this episode, Dustin sat down with Jeff Meade from Paul Quinn College (PQC), who shares how this HBCU is integrating entrepreneurship into the student experience—not as an elective or a club, but as a campus-wide, curriculum-infused mission. You'll hear how students from every discipline are learning to think like founders, pitch real ideas, and even secure funding.Guest Name: Jeff Meade - Assistant Professor & Founding Director of Entrepreneurship at Paul Quinn CollegeGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: Jeff Meade is the Founding Director of Entrepreneurship at Paul Quinn College, where he is leading a bold initiative: Every Quinnite is an Entrepreneur. The program ensures every student launches a venture before graduation, making entrepreneurship a core life skill rather than an extracurricular option.With over 20 years of experience growing companies and advising businesses, Jeff has scaled agencies to multimillion-dollar revenues and built client-side marketing programs that gained national recognition. His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Entrepreneur Magazine. Today, Jeff is pioneering venture-based learning, a model that equips students with an entrepreneurial mindset, creativity, and real-world experience to thrive as founders, innovators, and intrapreneurs in any field. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, Dr. Michael Sorrell joins us again for another thoughtful conversation on life and leadership. Michael is the longest-serving President in the history of Paul Quinn College and an engaging keynote speaker with inspiring messages emphasizing the importance of authenticity, resilience and a willingness to take risks in pursuit of success. Listen in and learn to lead with love.The Coeur d'Alene Resort is a luxury destination in northern Idaho, known for upscale accommodations and breathtaking views of Lake Coeur d'Alene. The resort features 32,000 square feet of versatile event space, including scenic waterfront venues and private cruise boats. With 338 guestrooms, exceptional dining, a world-class spa, and award-winning golf with the famous floating green, your group will experience both productivity and relaxation. Experience elevated events in an unforgettable lakeside setting.

About the Guest(s):Anthony Anderson is an assistant women's basketball coach at the University of Houston, known for his valuable insights into the college recruitment process. With experience in both men's and women's basketball, Anthony has a rich history working with student-athletes to help them find the right fit and maximize their potential in the competitive world of college sports. He started on the boys' side at Paul Quinn College and then moved to the women's side at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley under coach Larry Tidwell. Eventually, he joined the University of Houston, where he continues to support and develop talented players.Episode Summary: In this episode of "It's Just Different," hosted by Ashley Roberts, listeners gain insider knowledge into the college basketball recruitment process from Anthony Anderson, assistant women's basketball coach at the University of Houston. The conversation starts with three critical factors parents should consider during recruitment: finding the right school fit, conducting thorough research, and establishing a relationship with the head coach. Anderson stresses the importance of aligning a student's skills and goals with a prospective school's environment to ensure a successful college experience.The dialogue delves into the transformative effects of the transfer portal and NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals on college sports. Highlighting changes in recruitment, Anthony elaborates on how monetary influences have shifted the focus from traditional player development to financial negotiations. The episode also touches on how these dynamics affect aspiring high school athletes, the role of JUCO pathways, and the significance of choosing between D2 and JUCO offers. The host and guest reiterate the value of building genuine relationships within the sports community, ensuring young athletes receive sound guidance and opportunities to fulfill their potential.Key Takeaways: Parents should prioritize finding a suitable college environment that matches their child's academic and athletic aspirations.The college recruitment landscape has been significantly influenced by the NIL and transfer portal, shifting the focus towards financial aspects.JUCO programs still hold substantial value for athletes, offering a viable path to higher-level competitions.Establishing strong, long-lasting relationships with college coaches is essential for athletes to navigate the recruitment process successfully.High school athletes should focus on personal development and seizing opportunities to showcase their skills.

In this special FOLC Fest 2025 episode of the Learning Futures podcast, host Sean Leahy sits down with Michael J. Sorrell, president of Paul Quinn College, who delivered the conference's opening keynote, “From Chaos to Clarity: Innovation Strategies for Leading Through Uncertainty.” Dr. Sorrell recounts his early challenges at Paul Quinn when the institution had only 30 days of cash on hand and highlights the pivotal mindset shifts and empathy-driven leadership decisions that helped transform the college into a model for academic excellence and innovation. He stresses the importance of listening, transparency, and authentic connection with those you serve, while noting that resilience is cultivated by recognizing adversity as an opportunity for growth and solidarity. Drawing from personal experiences—such as pursuing a doctoral degree while working full-time and raising a young family—Dr. Sorrell underscores the necessity of understanding the complex realities students face and shaping institutions to meet their needs. His reflections on humility, empathy, and the vital role of embracing community stories offer profound insights for current and future leaders seeking to navigate turbulent times in education.FOLC Fest 2025 [Website]Michael J Sorrell Profile [Paul Quinn College] 

It's that time again and with the election around the corner and a Divine 9 Candidate on the ballot to be the next President of the United States of America, we couldn't wait to hear from college students on campuses across the nation! To commemorate our 4th Annual Divine 9 Series, we begin with Ajalon Washington, President of the Iota Kappa Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. This upcoming graduate joins us to discuss the importance of voting based on our history, and why he plans to become a Middle School History Educator in the Dallas Independent School District. Find out how he overcame personal learning differences and how he has been able to maintain his mental health while in college.⁠ ⁠ Ajalon is from Cedar Hill, Texas and he will soon complete his Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts: History with a Path to Teacher Certification at Paul Quinn College in Dallas, Texas. He is currently interning at United2Learn, a Paul Quinn College work program and he plans to teach History at the high school or college level. He also plans to be an accredited author and publish a book series. Ajalon received his high school diploma from Woodrow Wilson High School, and achieved the ranking of Eagle Scout enrolled in 470 Circle 10. His goals in life are to provide and sustain a lifestyle, both in faith and effort, and provide for those under his care or those in need of his help. To learn more about Ajalon, connect with him on IG @b_t_jay or visit him on LinkedIn. ⁠

Paul Quinn College received a $20 million gift, the largest in the school's 152-year history, officials announced Thursday; an upcoming hearing could decide whether a Dallas County jury's award of nearly $4 million for the family of a motorist killed after hitting a 18-wheeler stopped on an interstate will be upheld; First Baptist Dallas gets approval to try and save walls of historic sanctuary; Texas has once again sent a strong contingent across the globe to compete in the Olympics, this time to Paris for the 2024 Games. To check out the Olympic athletes with Texas connections to watch, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet 2024 Part 1 Part 1 Crista Williams is an American, former collegiate three-time All-American, two-time Gold Medal winning Olympian, retired three-time pro All-Star, right-handed hitting softball pitcher originally from Houston, Texas. Bob Kendrick Negro League Baseball Museum for Andy Cooper. Bob Kendrick (born 1962) is the President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) in Kansas City, Missouri. Andrew Cooper nicknamed "Lefty", was an American left-handed pitcher in baseball's Negro leagues. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2006. An alumnus of Paul Quinn College, Cooper played nine seasons for the Detroit Stars and ten seasons for the Kansas City Monarchs, and briefly played for the Chicago American Giants.  Jamaal Charles is a former American football running back who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 11 seasons, primarily with the Kansas City Chiefs. He played college football for the Texas Longhorns, where he won the 2006 Rose Bowl, and was selected by the Chiefs in the third round of the 2008 NFL draft. Cody Leach for former Head Coach of Texas Tech Mike Leach. Mike Leach was an American college football coach who primarily coached at the NCAA Division I FBS level. Nicknamed "The Pirate," he was a two-time national coach of the year, three-time conference coach of the year and the mastermind behind the NCAA record-setting air raid offense. He was the head coach at Texas Tech University from 2000 to 2009, where he became the winningest coach in school history.

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In this episode we are joined by Dr. Michael Sorrell, the longest serving President of Paul Quinn College.  Dr Sorrell tells his story of transforming the college from a failing institution into one of the most successful black colleges in the country by leading with love.

In this episode Shannan interviews Rhonda as she talks about her moment of stillness during the onset of COVID-19. This screeching halt in her life is when she realize just how much of a people pleaser she really was. It was during this time she was faced with a situation that let her to stand her ground and finally put herself first. It was at that moment that she realized just how good it felt to say "no" and was the onset of her setting healthy boundaries. Through this self discovery Rhonda was able to lead her life into expansion and she is here to tell you just how!! Rhonda J. Hughes Information: Roles/Titles:   Mother, Wife, Graduate, Entrepreneur, Certified Master Life Coach, Public Servant & Author   Queen of Light- Keeping myself L.I.T. (Living Intentionally Today) and others by assisting them in recognizing the power they possess within.  Rhonda  teaches manifestation,  meditation practices, inspires others through creativity and by helping them to refine their intentions by living in the present moment optimistically.   Rhonda hailed from humble beginnings by the parents of Ronald G. Murphy & Eva Winell Tate-Murphy. She is Texas born and raised with a total of 5 siblings. She is a wife and the mother of two.  Rhonda serves as a member of Friendship West Baptist Church led by Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III.  Rhonda received her B.S. in Organizational Management from Paul Quinn College in Dallas, Texas.  During her time at PQC she played on the women's basketball team, pledged Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and earned the distinguished title of MS. Paul Quinn College.  She earned her Executive Master's of Business Administration from Texas Woman's University-graduate with honors in 2008.   Rhonda is a successful business woman and leader with careers that have included; Practice Management for a privately-owned Cosmetic Dermatology practice, she has served as a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative,  and currently serving as a Public Servant  & Regional Program Manager for the United States federal government.  Rhonda is an entrepreneur. She is the Owner, Founder,  Master Chandler and Creative Energy Optimizer (C.E.O.) of Too Lit Candles and More, LLC as well as Visionary, Ownerfounder, Founder and Co-Host of the podcast Absolutely Positively Sis podcast.  Rhonda is also a Certified Master Life Coach and will be soon launching her coaching platform.   Rhonda'a hobbies include spending quality time with family, outdoors adventures, socializing with other queens, thrifting,  writing and affirming positive intent. Rhonda has a true love for her culture and uplifting the heritage among her community.  She does this by being true and intune to her intentions daily.  She has coined the phrase Nama Stay L.I.T. to remind others to live in the NOW by Living Intentionally Today. and to help others refine their intentions positively.   Active Social Media Links   Too Lit Candles and More, LLC Website under progress Instagram: https://instagram.com/2litcandles?igshid=ZDc4ODBmNjlmNQ== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100079784737567&mibextid=ZbWKwL Absolutely Positively Sis the Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/absolutelypositivelysis?igshid=MzNlNGNkZWQ4Mg== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082978652469&mibextid=ZbWKwL   CONNECT WITH ME: Website Facebook IG Email- info@shannanmondor.com   When you have faith in yourself you will have fulfilment in all areas of your life! See you next week and blessing to all!!!     

Dr. Michael J. Sorrell is the longest-serving President in the 151 - year history of Paul Quinn College. During his 15 years of leadership, Paul Quinn has become nationally celebrated for its ability to expand the boundaries of higher education to better serve the needs of under-resourced communities and their students. Included among Paul Quinn's numerous accomplishments during President Sorrell's tenure — improving graduation rates by more than 25%; reducing student loan debt by $30,0000; building the first new buildings on campus in 50 years; renovating every building on campus; creating the Urban Work College Model; winning the HBCU of the Year, HBCU Student Government Association of the Year, and HBCU Business Program of the Year awards; partnering with PepsiCo to transform the football field into the WE over Me Farm; and establishing all institutional fundraising records. Dr. Sorrell is one of the most celebrated college presidents in America.  Among the honors that he has received are the following: the President George W. Bush Institute's Trailblazer Citation; being named him one of the World's 50 Greatest Leaders by Fortune Magazine; winning Education Dive's Higher Education's President of the Year award; being the only three-time recipient of the HBCU Male President of the Year Award; and having been listed by Time Magazine as one of the “31 People Changing the South”. However, his most prized honor is having been named Father of the Year in the City of Dallas.https://paulquinn.edu/Host, Earlina Green Hamilton

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Kelsel Thompson, who formerly served as Paul Quinn College's AD, joined Bob to talk about their athletics and the event we have the pleasure of attending this afternoon.

Piercing The Heavens  With Lady Carmen! 7pm-9pm cst  Pre- Valentine's Day Show Featuring: Elder Pearl Marable! Topics Include:  Is It Really Love? Or Is It His Mantle? Maturity In Relationships & More! Special Guest: Actress Elder Ann Taplin! We will discuss her movie projects & we will talk about PREVAIL! Our upcoming City-Wide Prayer Meeting in Dallas, TX! Special Guest: Actor, & Comedian Barry Brewer! Seen on Tyler Perry's "Bruh" & BET's "Games People Play" Special Guest: President Michael Sorrell! Paul Quinn College! Special Guest: Dr. Angela S. King D. Div. CLC Author of "Not No, WAIT" We will be discussing Dr. Angela's  new book! & we're also going to give away a FREE Copy during the show!

This is Living Stories, featuring voices from the collections of the Baylor University Institute for Oral History. I'm Kim Patterson. Dr. Stanley E. Rutland served as president of Paul Quinn College from 1969 through 1976. Under his leadership the college enjoyed many improvements, among them accreditation for the first time with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in 1972. Dr. Norman G. Ashford describes the climate of Paul Quinn in 1971, when he came on board as a biology professor: "I remember well one time where we had a meeting in the evening where we were going over the accreditation procedures and the required reports, et cetera. Well, we started meeting, I believe it was at seven o'clock in the evening, and that meeting lasted till two o'clock in the morning. So it gives you an idea of the events taking place." Dr. Rowena Keatts explains she was working as a cataloger in the Paul Quinn library when Rutland enlisted her help in getting the college accredited: "He walked down there and walked in that back door and says, ‘Mrs. Keatts, I am making you head librarian. I've checked your transcript, and what I want you to do is go back'—I didn't have my master's degree then. I think I lacked nine hours of having it. He said, ‘I'm making you head librarian here.' And I said, ‘No, you didn't either.' I got my things and went home. "When I got home my husband said to me, said, ‘What are you doing? What have you been doing all day?' And I said, ‘Shoot. I've had twenty-five years of teaching. That man come telling me he's making me head librarian, and I'm not going to do it.' He didn't say a word. But he looked at me, and he continued—we were having dinner—and he said, ‘Well, can you do it?' I said, ‘Yes, I can do it, but I'm not going to. I'm going to sit down and draw my teacher's retirement when I get older.' He said, ‘I believe if I were you, and those old people paid ten cents a brick to build some of those buildings there when they were built, and you can do just that little bitty thing, and you don't want to do it? I believe if I were you, I believe I'd go do it.' I didn't do a thing but get all my things, put them back in my car and brought them—come back over to Paul Quinn and sit down." Although reluctant at first, Keatts took over the task at hand with gusto: "When the team came in they had no problem whatever with the library. That library was in tip-top shape. " Interviewer: "I see." "But I tell you, Dr. Rutland was a man that if you would work with him—he was a learned man. I dare say he is one of the best presidents I've ever seen because he went to each department to find out what was needed, what was lacking. And if they had to have money, he went somewhere and got it. The people here in Waco didn't like him too much because—at first, because they said he stayed on the plane too much going places. But when he went someplace, went those places, he brought something back with him." Interviewer: "I see." "And he was able to see and he knew how to meet the needs of Paul Quinn College. And he did it." Paul Quinn College left Waco in 1990 and moved into the former Bishop College campus in Dallas. In 2009, SACS revoked Paul Quinn's accreditation, but two years later the college attained membership with another accrediting agency, Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professional play watcher and play producer Christy Dean drops by the Theories & Thoughts Podcast to discuss her latest play, How Many Frogs Do I Have to F*ck with the Arnya and Fancy. Arnya also plays the role of Carmen in the play, so guys, check it out! This Caught Our Attention: The performance of R&B singer Chris Brown is pulled from the American Music Awards. While there are several reasons floating around, do you think the performance should have been pulled, and most importantly, is it time to forgive Chris Brown? About Christy Dean Christy Dean has a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication from Paul Quinn College where she got to be the Queen of her college, and she was in the Ebony Magazine! She is a proud mother of a 16-year-old son Jayden! Her hobbies are going to the movies and Plays and traveling the world! Christy has deemed herself a Professional Play Watcher who, in 24 years, has seen over 200 plays, some of which she traveled out of state to see! Christy Dean has a passion for acting she has been an Actress for over 11 years now! She has been in over 19 plays, including To Kill A Mocking Bird! She has five films under her belt now in which she played very small parts as an Extra! Christy's long-term goals is to get an Agent and start doing more film and break out into doing Commercials eventually! Marrying For The Wrong Reason was the 1st play Christy produced in May 2018 now she is producing her 2nd play, How Many Frogs..... on Sunday, December 4th at 5 pm! Theories and Thoughts Podcast airs EVERY Tuesday on SwagHer's FB Live at 7 pm CST. Don't forget to follow on Instagram at @theoriesandthoughtsbrand. Healing issue with Arnya and Fancy as the cover. https://swagheronline.com/product/healing-issue Connect w/ the Hostesses: Arnya T.M. Davis IG: @ladi.ceo FB: @LadiCEO Twitter: @Im_a_ladiceo YouTube: LadiCEO Media Website: www.ladiceo.com IG: @mzthangzboutique Francheska “Fancy” Felder IG: @fancyswagher FB: @fancythegogetta Twitter: @FancySwagHer SwagHer Magazine Website: http://swagher.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Sports Open Line is abridged tonight due to KMOX's broadcast of the Billikens basketball game. Matt Pauley is live from Chaifetz Arena where he previews SLU's matchup vs Paul Quinn College and the Blues' battle against Buffalo. Benjamin Hochman, sports columnist for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, then joins the show to explain why the Cardinals should be hesitant about pursuing shortstop free agent Dansby Swanson, the dangers of anti-Semitism in sports, and the Blues' touching ceremony honoring those who lost their lives at the CVPA school shooting. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX barring any Billikens or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.

In the second hour of tonight's Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley speculates whether the Cardinals should pursue a top tier free agent shortstop like Dansby Swanson or Xander Bogaerts. Matt is then joined by Police Sergeant Ed Fingers of the St. Louis County Police Department to preview the annual charity boxing match between police officers and fire fighters, Guns ‘N Hoses which takes place Wednesday night at 5pm at Enterprise Center. Matt is also joined by Stu Durando, SLU sports writer at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, to discuss all things Billikens basketball- their game tomorrow vs Paul Quinn College, Yuri Collins being named A10 Player of the Week, and how the team may fare in non-conference matchups. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX barring any Billikens or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.

This is a segment from the second hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Stu Durando, St. Louis University sports reporter for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, joins the show to discuss all things Billikens basketball- their game tomorrow vs Paul Quinn College, Yuri Collins being named A10 Player of the Week, how the team may fare in non-conference matchups, and more! Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX barring any Billikens or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.

On this edition of the On The Pony Express Podcast, Billy Embody breaks down SMU Football's road test at Tulsa, what the Mustangs are facing, and SMU Basketball opens its season Saturday against Paul Quinn College. Want more coverage of SMU Football and Basketball, including the inside scoop on the team and recruiting? Subscribe to On The Pony Express by going here for a 7-day trial: https://www.on3.com/teams/smu-mustangs/join/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Pittman is in his second season at Northwestern State after making his way to the Lady Demons from Alcorn State. Pittman served as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for the Lady Braves. He served in the same role the season prior at Paul Quinn College in Dallas after two years as the head coach at Kimball High School, also in the Dallas area. "I am excited to have coach Pittman join the Demon family," Nimz said. "He brings a lot of experience to the court both at the college and high school levels. "He was part of turning around a college program and was a big help in signing very talented young student-athletes. I believe his dynamic personality will be a big asset in recruiting and fundraising. On top of that, he is from Louisiana and has established relationships with the coaches in the area." With Alcorn, Pittman helped the Lady Braves lead the nation in three defensive categories -- steals per game, forced turnovers per game and total steals, a trio of categories in which the Lady Demons have excelled over the years. Alcorn also saw marked offensive improvement following Pittman's arrival, boosting its scoring margin by more than 10 points per game while committing an average of nine fewer turnovers per contest than the previous season. The improved offensive production led to a six-point jump in free throw percentage and a drop in opponent field goal percentage. Before moving to Alcorn, Pittman saw similar improvements in his season at Paul Quinn College, ranking in the top 20 nationally in points per game, field goal percentage, rebounds per game and steals per game during the 2018-19 season. A team that advanced to the United States Collegiate Athletic Association semi-finals. Pittman served as the offensive coordinator of a team that saw an 11 percent increase in scoring. The jump to 76.0 point per game ranked 13th in the NAIA at the end of the season coinciding with a 42.5 percent effort from the field, a 3.6 percent increase under the direction of Pittman. Not just an offensive mind, Pittman oversaw a defensive unit that averaged 13.0 steals and 43.0 rebounds per game, ranking 8th and 14th nationally respectively. A New Orleans native, Pittman began his coaching career in the Louisiana prep scene getting his start at North DeSoto High School before his first head coaching job at Grambling Lab a year later. After a handful of years at Minden High School, Pittman made the move to Texas spending 12 years at Ryan High School in Denton before taking the position at Kimball. Along the way Pittman has been closely tied to the collegiate game serving as a camp instructor at Louisiana Tech, North Texas and the University of Texas from 2000 through 2011. Pittman's investment in his players, others, and the game of basketball extends off the court spearheading multiple community service activities during his career. He co-founded an after-school tutorial program at Ryan HS, provided skills training for low-income kids through the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and oversaw over 200 youth statewide in partnership with religious organizations in sports initiatives among many other activities. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

Carl Brown is joined by a producer, guitarist and a radio DJ, Gregory Goodloe. Gregory is a self taught musician, Denver native and U.S. Army Veteran. He attended Thomas Jefferson High School where he received a music scholarship to Paul Quinn College in Dallas Texas. Gregory has also opened for and played with gospel greats such as Shirley Caesar, Angela Spivey, The Gospel Keynotes and the Rance Allen Group. Gregory discusses a variety of topics, including his life experiences, musical influences, the creative process he uses, working with other artists, and much more. In the “Bout it or Doubt it” segment, Gregory shares his opinions on Self Help Books and Newspapers. Highlights: 06:56 I'm trying to create my own element. I love Wes Montgomery. I try to have an influence of the style of where he's playing octaves when I can.08:06 I might start off with me tapping on the table. I used to do that when I was a kid and it drove my sister mad. And then I used to drag out the pots and pans at my mom's house and just beat on them finally.09:00 Hit jazz records is also another dream. I've always believed that if you wait, you wait too late.16:20 I wanted to go into the army and serve my country. It's influenced me a lot because those are the kind of important things that I believe that we need to have the support there for our troops and be supportive to our nation.21:45 He gives the music into the atmosphere and we have to reach and grab it. ContactFresh Coast Jazz FestivalGregory GoodloeWebsite

Noodle was lucky enough to have the President of Paul Quinn College, Michael Sorrell as a guest speaker. President Sorrell discusses the ethos and vision of PQC, and their mission to eradicate intergenerational poverty. He explains the difficult backgrounds of a majority of his students, coming in with the trauma of growing up in poverty, lack of proper healthcare including basic needs like glasses, and how PQC has evolved to help them succeed. President Sorrell then explains their new The Village Program which allows students to bring up to two family members or friends with them to college. He talks about the reception, how it should work, and the goals of the program. President Sorrell then answers a few questions from Noodlers.

Vicki Meek, born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a nationally recognized artist who has exhibited widely. Meek is in the permanent collections of the African American Museum in Dallas, The Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, Fort Wayne Museum of Art in Indiana, Paul Quinn College in Dallas, Serie Art Project in Austin and Norwalk Community College in Norwalk, Connecticut. She was awarded three public arts commissions with the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Art Program and was co-artist on the largest public art project in Dallas, the Dallas Convention Center Public Art Project. Vicki Meek has been awarded a number of grants and honors including National Endowment for the Arts NFRIG Grant, Dallas Observer MasterMind Award, Dallas Museum of Art Otis and Velma Davis Dozier Travel Grant, Texas Black Filmmakers Mission Award, Women of Visionary Influence Mentor Award, Dallas Women's Foundation Maura Award, nominated for the Louis Comfort Tiffany Foundation Award, the African American Museum at Dallas A. Maceo Smith Award for Cultural Achievement and was selected as the 2021 Texas Artist of the Year by Art League of Houston. Meek was an adjunct faculty member for UMass Arts Extension Program in Amherst, Massachusetts where she taught a course in Cultural Equity in the Arts. With over 40+ years of arts administrative experience that includes working as a senior program administrator for a state arts agency, a local arts agency and running a non-profit visual arts center, after 20 years, Vicki Meek retired in March 2016 as the Manager of the South Dallas Cultural Center in Dallas. Vicki Meek currently spends time as Chief Operating Officer and Board Member of USEKRA: Center for Creative Investigation, a non-profit retreat for creatives in Costa Rica founded by internationally acclaimed performance artist Elia Arce. She is also Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson's at-large appointment to the Arts and Culture Commission and the Public Art Committee. Meek is represented by Talley Dunn Gallery in Dallas, Texas.

Reported by Higher Ed Dive, Lowe's employees can now pursue more than 50 degrees and certificate programs from 23 institutions, including University of Arizona, Morehouse College, Paul Quinn College, and North Carolina A&T State University. Lowes will also cover all textbook and course fees for employee participants.

Bridget Burns, Executive Director of the University Innovation Alliance, and Jeff Selingo, author, columnist, and special advisor at Arizona State University, are inviting insight and experiences from presidents and chancellors of universities navigating the challenge in real-time. Today's guest is Michael Sorrell, who is the president of Paul Quinn College. President Sorrell is one of the 10 most innovative college presidents in the country and one of the world's top 50 leaders. How is He Holding Up, and What is Keeping Him Positive? President Sorrell stays positive because of the gratitude for the amount of family time he gets to have; the sight of his family sharing his office and going in-and-out of it makes him happy. Part of his career involves being a crisis manager, so he feels like he is at an advantage and could plan to send students home on time. What Kind of Leadership Principle is Serving Him? President Sorrell`s leadership principle is on the base of love, and he is more concerned about the wellbeing of his staff and students. He has created a safe space in staff meetings to encourage staff members to open up to boost their productivity. How Does He Separate and Manage the Day's Work, Today's Chaos, and Plans? President Sorrell said the best course of action is to be honest about being overwhelmed because nobody has ever lived through a pandemic. Accepting his vulnerability and acting to minimize regrets, being cautious, and analyzing the situation carefully. How is He Still Optimistic About the Future of His School? President Sorrell shares his story about how his school was at a rough patch when he took over, and they came out and kept going irrespective of the sad odds. He likened the experience of Paul Quinn at that point to the current pandemic and said the difficulties would provide room for growth. Sorrell quotes lessons from his faith, saying, “without the test, you will never get a testimony” and says this is the time to be resilient as leaders to raise resilient students. He advises: if you pray, pray, then get up and believe in the inevitability of your success. Is there any book he has read in the past that is helpful now? He said there is a need for a message of hope, and focusing on other people helps him. He is reading Just Mercy by Stevenson, On Duties, and Building an International University. Family time, exercising, and a positive mindset have kept him going so far. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/innovationalliance/message

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In this episode of COSIGN Conversations we sat down with Marian Mekhail, an Egyptian artist based in Dallas, TX to discuss all things art and entrepreneurship. We cover what it looks like to be an ARTrepreneur. What more goes into being a successful artist besides just painting something and selling it. Art knowledge (or lack thereof) amongst people of color? How do we learn more? Why do men tend to invest in original art more than women? The challenges a woman faces in growing a business. To take it a step further, challenges an attractive woman faces when growing a business in a male dominated industry. How to market yourself as an artist and more. Marian Mekhail is an Egyptian contemporary artist whose signature works explore topics surrounding womanhood, as well as, the unique experiences of black and brown people. In 2019, Mekhail held her first solo exhibition “Queendom”, which boasted over 350 attendees and raised over $2,000 for the Women's Center of Ft. Worth. In 2021, she hosted her second solo exhibition titled, "Maktub: It Is Written", a collection of works inspired by her Egyptian heritage, which boasted over 450 attendees, 12 pieces sold. She made her mark as a highly- regarded artist amongst athletes and celebrities, as she brings legends to life with her unique crushed glass paintings. One of the rising star artists in her community, she has created for athletes and celebrities such as: Ryan Clark- Pittsburg Steelers & ESPN Analyst Derrick Henry- Tennessee Titans Trent Williams - San Francisco 49ers Andre Johnson- Houston Texans Perrish Cox- San Francisco 49ers Marcus Martin - New England Patriots Ian Mahinmi- Washington Wizards Royce O'Neal- Utah Jazz American actor, author, and stand-up comedian, D.L. Hughley. Record executive, producer, and director, Damon Dash. She was also commissioned by Dallas Theater Center to create an interactive mural for its Public Works Theater at the Wyly Theater production of "As You Like It" by William Shakespeare. In 2021, she was commissioned by President Michael Sorrell of Paul Quinn College to create a custom crushed glass portrait of prominent Dallas businessman and philanthropist, Mr. Trammell S. Crow. If you like videos like this PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to our channel, like, comment, and share with your friends. Want to support our platform? Donate via cash app: $cosignmag Marian Mekhail on Instagram: @OfficialMareBear COSIGN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosignmag/ COSIGN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CosignMagazine --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cosignmag/support

“Transformation” is a buzzword in today's world, and it's easy to talk about why it's necessary. But how do you actually do the hard work of bringing about change within a college or university? This week's episode of The Key features highlights from a panel session at this month's SXSWedu conference in Austin, Tex. The discussion, heavy on practical advice for leading change within and across institutions, includes Michael Sorrell, president of Paul Quinn College; Michelle Weise, vice chancellor for strategy and innovation at the National University System; and Bridget Burns, executive director of the University Innovation Alliance. Inside Higher Ed's editor and host of The Key, Doug Lederman, moderated the discussion. This episode is sponsored by Pearson Inclusive Access. 

In this episode I am speaking with Dr. Stephanie Boyce of The FRESH Classroom. She explains how she built her education consulting business and how she strategically balances being a wife, mother and entrepreneur. Dr. Stephanie R. Boyce is an edupreneur driven by her passion to reshape the educational landscape by making culturally responsive teaching a way of life. For the last decade, Boyce has focused her studies and work on matters of racial justice and equity for historically marginalized people with a focus on educational spaces. She currently serves as the Chief Education Officer of Stephanie Boyce & Associates, LLC., the parent company of The FRESH Classroom, Professor & Director of the Writing Program at Paul Quinn College, and Lecturer of African American Studies at the University of Houston.Connect with Dr. Stephanie Boyce at: https://thefreshclassroom.com/ Follow us on all social media platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeachHustleInspire/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShaunWoodly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachhustleinspire/

Our guest this week is Jomayra Herrera - Partner @ Reach Capital, talking about Web3.Higher Ed BeatA pathway out of intergenerational poverty - Paul Quinn College offers admission to students and family membersU.S. House expands Pell Grants but excludes online edMobile EducationState of the mobile education market 2021Byju's Becoming an Edtech FlagshipByju's acquires Austrian math app GeoGebra in €100M DealByju's broadens play from edtech with brick-and-mortar tuition centersCan the EdTech Boom last? (Economist)RobogradersPROOF POINTS: a smarter robo-graderM&A RoundupVeritas Capital to acquire Houghton Mifflin HarcourtMediahuis Ventures leads €3.4m investment round in edtech company Tomorrow's EducationWorkwhile raises $13m series A led by Reach CapitalPost-recording Update: How the tech industry is responding to Russia's invasion of Ukraine | TechCrunchA podpourri of learning options: pods, hubs, and microschools in the wake of the PandemicWill edtech investments reach $10b in 2022?EdTech startup Tutored by Teachers raises over $10M 

“Where does hope come from?” Paul Quinn College President, Michael Sorrell pondered in today's interview. President Sorrell unpacked his optimistic and honest message in the midst of extended COVID-19 variants affecting higher education. “We don't know when it's going to be over. What I can tell you is if this is our new reality, we will create a way to fly.” We were told the pandemic might be a sprint. Then it might be a middle distance race. “Then it became apparent this might be a marathon,” President Sorrell shared, as he compared the pandemic to a race. He continued, “Folks are now beginning to ask, “Is this now my life? If this is my life, I don't like it.” “Americans don't like being told, “No,” or “to sacrifice.” We have to make peace with the fact that we have to be vaccinated. None of us have lived through a sustained national crisis. Pandemics evolve. We had no context for that. The CDC has been overwhelmed. Just when we think we can breathe, here comes Delta. We are going to function to preserve health and safety, and that's going to make some people uncomfortable. We are going to delay the in-person meetings and make some compromises, but we will not compromise on tough decisions.” Bridget asked President Sorrell, “Over the past two years as a leader, what strikes you the most in terms of change?” He responded, “My background was in crisis management. Crisis management is a very lonely place. What this sustained crisis has allowed me to do is to invest in my cabinet differently. For example, I created a chief administrative officer. She's been with us for over a decade. I moved a significant segment of things under her authority. She is our “COVID-19 Czar.” According to President Sorrell, COVID-19 has even changed the reasons people go to college. “There are many reasons people come to college. I can provide for my family better than if I don't go.” Another reason why people used to go to college was for the “huge social dynamic with parties, fraternities, clubs, etc. but we can't do that the same way now. This changes how people look at going to college. A different set of decision-making parameters. How do we, as institutions, respond to that? This is the third year that has been impacted by COVID-19. We are looking at a class of Seniors that COVID-19 is all they know. How you communicate why you should come is very different now.” President Sorrell went into great detail with examples of the political upheaval in a divided America. He encouraged even small colleges to speak up to our legislatures regarding “fights that matter.” He summed it up by saying, “Given the pandemic, people don't have the emotional bandwidth to manage. That's where you need your leaders to provide the emotional bandwidth. I don't think we've seen that at a level that would bring many people comfort.” Bridget asked, “How do you stay optimistic and focused as a leader with all of this noise?” President Sorrell responded, “We are going to win. Together we can create a plan to win. You don't have to have a five point plan. I'm sitting on ideas that acknowledge the landscape has changed. Things aren't coming back any time soon the way they were. By the time they do come back, students won't remember. Staff will remember how it used to be. You build it, so people feel they can still win. ” --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/innovationalliance/message

Guest: Michael Sorrell, President, Paul Quinn College   Todd Zipper, President of Wiley Education Services, welcomes Michael Sorrell, President of Paul Quinn College. Todd and Michael discuss the unique ideas that revived Paul Quinn College and why it was important to transform the school into a work college.     Topics Discussed:  The need for higher ed to advocate for students in underserved communities   The innovations and successes of Paul Quinn College, including reducing student debt from $40,000 to $12,000  Why we should take an open-minded and no-fear of failure approach to drive innovation   How to build a brand through strategic partnerships     Guest Bio  Michael Sorrell is the longest serving President in the 148-year history of Paul Quinn College and is one of the most decorated college presidents in America. Under his leadership, Paul Quinn has become a national movement for its efforts to remake higher education to serve the needs of under-resourced students and communities.     Michael was named Higher Education's President of the Year by Education Dive and one of the World's 50 Greatest Leaders by Fortune Magazine. He is the only three-time recipient of the HBCU Male President of the Year Award (2018, 2016 and 2012). Michael received his J.D. and M.A. in Public Policy from Duke University and his Ed.D. from the University of Pennsylvania.

The Behind the Confident Smile Podcast is a weekly conversation with Bianca Cotton, founder of the Behind the Confident Smile, author, wife, mom, poet, and hope dealer. Join me on this journey of revealing what's behind your smile. We will have special guests, some poetry, and inspiration. This week T'Edra Z. Knox dropped SEVERAL gems. Get your journal and pen ready! T'Edra is a wife, visionary, speaker, coach, and author. She operates in her purpose by guiding individuals to live a CROWNED life through spiritual, personal, and professional development. Her training, facilitation, and execution methodologies have helped individuals, from entry-level to mid-level employees, as well as local ministries and organizations. She provides engaging methods with a motivational and transformative message. Her ultimate goal is to move you to do the work that will allow you to align with the assignment in your life. If you catch her with a Bible in her hand, jewels in her heart, and her message in her mind, you will understand why people seek her to drop jewels of wisdom and knowledge. T'Edra is a conference speaker, training and seminar facilitator, panel moderator and panelist, and thought leader on personal, professional, and spiritual development topics. Whether she is speaking to a business crowd on professional growth or discussing personal development at a women's event, she effectively breaks down complex problems into bite-sized information that the audience can understand and implement. T'Edra is a Baton Rouge, LA native who holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Management from Paul Quinn College in Dallas, TX, and a Master of Science in Human Resources from Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA. Her desire to teach others how to live a CROWNED life without competing, comparing, or compromising their calling prompted her to start KingssKid. This organization offers blogs, training, coaching, and events. Her favorite saying is, “Dr. Dre drops beats. I drop jewels (of knowledge and wisdom).” Where to find T'Edra https://www.kingsskid.com/ IG & Facebook: @kingsskid Are you connecting with us on IG @behindtheconfidentsmilepodcast and our host @biancancotton Thanks for tuning in! And share with a friend!

Hosted by: I. D. III for Isaiah Drone III Panelist: Christopher J. Barksdale, Ed.D. Global Preparatory Academy at Paul Quinn College Dallas Independent School District Dr. Christopher J. Barksdale is the Founding Principal at Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III Global Preparatory Academy at Paul Quinn College Dallas Independent School District. A new partnership between the Dallas Independent School District and Paul Quinn College located in Southern Dallas. In addition, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III Global Preparatory Academy at Paul Quinn College is an International Baccalaureate and is the only Historically Black College and University in Dallas. Paul Quinn College is a private historically black Methodist college in Dallas, Texas. The college is affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Church. It is the oldest historically black college west of the Mississippi River and its first urban work college. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/isaiah-drone-iii/support

Lee and Paul Quinn College's President Dr. Michael Sorrell discuss what great leadership looks like and why Paul Quinn College was the perfect place for Dr. Sorrell to thrive. Dr. Sorrell tells Lee about the first time he wanted to be a college president and the series of events leading up to his decision, 14 years ago, to lead an institution in need. Dr. Sorrell discusses his family and what he learned from different role models in his life. Lee and Dr. Sorrell touch on some systemic problems in society that affect HBCUs, and finish up by talking about the future and what comes next. At the end of the episode, we learn something unexpected about Dr. Sorrell that may surprise our listeners.

Today on Start The Week With Wisdom, we're talking to Paul Quinn College President Michael Sorrell. Having spoken to Mr. Sorrell last Spring, we're checking in to see what has gone right and what has gone wrong during the course of this pandemic. Mr. Sorrell says that no matter how well prepared anyone thought they were, no one was fully ready to understand the emotional toll of leading in a pandemic. Mr. Sorrell doesn't know that the pandemic has necessarily made him a stronger leader, but it's made him a more honest leader. He stressed being candid with staff about being exhausted and at your wit's end. It gave others permission to be human in a season that may just be about getting through. Having the strength to sustain a high level of performance for an extended amount of time comes down to why are you here? If you're just here to check a box, you won't have as strong a drive as someone that is there for a cause, for something bigger than themselves. Mr. Sorrell says we don't have the luxury of not performing for underprivileged students, and it should be an honor to serve. Last semester 90% of Paul Quinn students were working 40+ hours a week in addition to their studies. Among that 90%, only 42% came back this semester. Mr. Sorrell says it has nothing to do with no longer being interested or not capable, it's simply not sustainable with everything going on. One thing Mr. Sorrell thinks is important is to not give students a false sense of hope, don't make promises you can't keep. He refers to the book ‘From Good To Great' about General Stockdale that was a POW, and how he persevered. Other prisoners were holding on to hope for release by a specific time, and each time that date came and went, it cost them emotionally. The emotional toll affected their health and led to death. General Stockdale never questioned that he would be free at some point, but he also was realistic about his lack of control over when. Much like this pandemic, having false hope for an end will just defeat you each time that finish line moves. We need to hold on to the fact that it will in fact end at some point, but we have no control over when. -- Welcome to innovating together, a podcast produced by the University Innovation Alliance. This is a podcast for busy people in higher education who are looking for the “aha moments” that can propel their work forward. Innovating Together curates the best insights, research, and experts. To connect with us further, visit www.theuia.org. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/innovationalliance/message

Join Vince and Ed as they interview this amazing Latina. Hear about her journey from the Valley of Texas, to two Ivy Leagues, and back to Texas. Dorothy Villarreal has a powerful story from being an academic, activist, artist, and advocate. Ed and Dorothy met when she was a freshman at university, and have been friends ever since. Hailing from the border between the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and Tamaulipas, Mexico, Dorothy Villarreal currently works at Paul Quinn College as an adjunct professor and Special Assistant to the Vice President. The daughter of immigrants and a product of her community, Dorothy strongly believes in the importance of public education and civic engagement to bring about positive change. Her research interests include college access, first-generation students, and faculty development. In her spare time, Dorothy enjoys trying to nail her abuelita's salsa recipe, painting, and watching her cat (Luna) tolerate her two puppies (Stella and Nebula). -Vince becomes a Spanish language translator. -Art, creativity and Etsy. -Historically Black Colleges and Universities. -Buying her first home and setting roots. -Importance of public education and civic engagement to bring about positive change. -Leave places behind better than you found them. -Breaking up with your biases and prejudices. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Many colleges and universities wrapped up their fall terms before Thanksgiving. We spoke with officials from two institutions -- Paul Quinn College and the University of Notre Dame -- about their efforts to protect the health and wellbeing of students this fall. Michael Sorrell, Paul Quinn's president, talked about how the work college sought to stay connected with students during an online term. He also described his take on how college leaders should look out for students' best interests. Christine Gebhardt, the University of Notre Dame's assistant vice president for student services, talked with us about how the university expanded the reach of its counseling and health services this fall. It was all hands on deck, she said. This episode is sponsored by TimelyMD, a telehealth provider whose mission is to improve the well-being of college students by making virtual medical and mental health care accessible anytime, anywhere. With immediate medical care, scheduled and on-demand counseling, psychiatry and health coaching services, TimelyMD partners with institutions to empower students to thrive in all aspects of their lives. Learn more at timely.md.

Bridget Burns, Executive Director of the University Innovation Alliance, and Paul Fain from Inside Higher Ed are inviting insight and experiences from presidents and chancellors of universities navigating the challenge in real-time. Today's guests are Michael Sorrell and Ben Nelson. Michael Sorrell is the president of Paul Quinn College, and Ben Nelson is the CEO and founder of Minerva Schools. "Sponsored in partnership with Inside Higher Ed. " Welcome to innovating together, a podcast produced by the University Innovation Alliance. This is a podcast for busy people in higher education who are looking for the “aha moments” that can propel their work forward. Innovating Together curates the best insights, research, and experts. To connect with us further, visit www.theuia.org. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/innovationalliance/message

Host Name: Vincent A. LanciGuest Name: Dr. Stacia Alexander, Speaker & Counselorhttps://www.instagram.com/amentalhealthbreakhttps://www.facebook.com/amentalhealthbreak https://www.vincentlanci.com/podcastsWould it benefit you to hear from Mental Health Professionals and Influencers? Would it add value to your life to also hear authentic stories from people talking about their mental health, the issues they face, and how they actively combat them? Congratulations, this is the perfect podcast for you!Ever since my accident, and into recovery, I learned that I needed to prioritize my mental health. And my goal for this podcast is to help you do so, too!For the twenty second episode of Season 1, Vincent A. Lanci brings on Stacia Alexander. Dr. Alexander has been in private practice since 1999 and worked in the mental health field in a private practice setting. The focus of her private practice work has been with a variety of ages including: children in play therapy, activity therapy, adolescents, pre-marital, couples, and individual counseling. She is the Clinic Director at Paul Quinn College in Dallas, Texas. In counseling, she practices a model that has a foundation of a systems perspective with cognitive- behavioral techniques. In addition to traveling as a professional speaker, she has supervised bachelor, master, and doctorate level mental health programs since 2010; counseling, psychology, and nurse practitioners.Take a Deep Breath! It's time to make your day a better one.Host Name: Vincent A. Lanci (PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.com)YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy0dil34Q5ILEuHgLVmfhXQWebsite: https://www.vincentlanci.com/podcastsInstagram (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/amentalhealthbreak/Facebook (Podcast): https://www.facebook.com/amentalhealthbreak/Twitter (Podcast): https://twitter.com/PodcastsByLanciLinkedIn (Podcast): https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/a-mental-health-break-with-vincent-a-lanciGuest Name: Guest Name: Dr. Stacia Alexander, Speaker & CounselorEmail: staciaalexanderlpc@gmail.comWebsite: https://staciaalexander.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyc8vidh0D4TeeGnIAy83AADigital Editing Name: Vincent A. Lanci (PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.com)Adventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0