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Meet Tomalisa Washington, the ultimate multitasker and real-life superwoman! She juggles more hats than a circus performer as an executive director, wife, mom, first lady, doctoral student, mentor and community leader. Raised in Mobile, AL, her roots are now planted in Tuscaloosa, AL. As a product of teenage parents, life wasn't handed to her on a silver platter, and she is immensely grateful for the amazing support system she has built and the opportunities she seized that led her to the place she is today. She is the Executive Director of the American Red Cross of Central West Alabama where she has the opportunity to collaborate with key community partners, elected officials and serve as the face of the community in Central-West Alabama to be a help to people in times of need and ensure communities are ready to respond to disaster. Prior to joining the Red Cross, Washington spent fifteen years at the University of Alabama's Brewer-Porch Children's Center. During her tenure, Washington authored several classes related to mental health, trained staff, provided therapy and case management for the adolescent program, served on several committees, as well as oversaw the entire training department for fifteen years of service to the University of Alabama's Brewer-Porch Children's Center. Most recently, she served as the Director of Student Development within the division of Student Affairs at Stillman College where she specialized in trauma, crisis intervention, conflictresolution and anger management. Washington brings her diverse background and relationships to help build communities that are more resilient.Washington, a mental health professional for more than twenty years, received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from the University of Alabama and her Master of Science in Continuing Education in Counseling/Psychology from the University of West Alabama.As an ordained elder, Washington serves in ministry, alongside her husband and pastor, Overseer Freddie L. Washington. Together, they have two daughters, Jasmin Tyri and Nailah Grace. She is well-recognized throughout the community and serves diligently as the Chaplain of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Benjamin Barnes YMCA women's council as well as a dedicated member of the Eta Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Tomalisa is a doctoral candidate now at the University of Alabama, pursing her EdD in Higher Education Administration.

In the second hour, Robby and Rexrode talked to Jared Stillman about Titans and his crazy takes. They reacted to their convo with him and talked Tennessee and Vandy baseball and Robby had a rant about people walking on the Golf course instead of getting a cart. 

Stillman College Asst. Prof. of Music, Dr. Allison Upshaw, discusses her "creative nonfiction" project, "reframing: Narratives of African American Female Landowners in Alabama's Black Belt" that captures more about Black women who own land than what appears in records and produces their stories in a way that makes them fully human. Links mentioned in the episode: Stillman College: https://stillman.edu/ Alabama Department of Archives and History Statement of Recommitment: https://archives.alabama.gov/about/docs/ADAH_statement_recommitment.pdf Dr. Allison Upshaw personal website: https://allisonupshawphd.com/ Alabama Humanities Alliance grants: https://alabamahumanities.org/grants/ Alabama State Council on the Arts: https://arts.alabama.gov/ [On Heir Property] J. F. Dyer, "Heir Property: Legal and Cultural Dimensions of Collective Landownership," Alabama Agriculture Experiment Station Bulletin 667, May 2007: https://aurora.auburn.edu/bitstream/handle/11200/4107/BULL0667.pdf "reFraming: Narratives of African American Female Landowners in Alabama's Black Belt" on Prezi Video: https://prezi.com/v/view/Es7m9C77MxQoQ4yoLTuD/ "OPERAtunities": https://allisonupshawphd.com/services/ "Artivism": https://allisonupshawphd.com/artivism/ Rather read? Here's a link to the transcript: https://tinyurl.com/bd2ztwbb *Just a heads up – the provided transcript is likely to be less than 100% accurate. The Alabama History Podcast's producer is Marty Olliff and its associate producer is Laura Murray. Founded in 1947, the Alabama Historical Association is the oldest statewide historical society in Alabama. The AHA provides opportunities for meaningful engagement with the past through publications, meetings, historical markers, and other programs. See the website www.alabamahistory.net/

In part two of their conversation, Shaundra discusses the significance of being named the second African-American woman in the nation to be designated as a NAHRO Fellow. This distinguished honor from the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials recognizes excellence and leadership in the affordable housing industry. Shaundra also shares some of the pivotal events that happened during her time as president of the regional chapter of NAHRO. Shaundra will have the chance to share stories and highlights from her leadership experience with the prominent housing industry organization. Tune in to hear more about her barrier-breaking career in public and affordable housing.About Shaundra Clark: Shaundra, a native of Mississippi, has served in the public housing industry for nearly 30 years. She has been the Executive Director for the Tifton Housing Authority since June 2000. Prior to employment with the Tifton Housing Authority, Shaundra was employed as the Director of Administration with the Albany Housing Authority.Shaundra received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Stillman College and a Master of Public Policy and Administration from Mississippi State University. She was designated a National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) Fellow in October 2019 at the NAHRO Annual Conference in San Antonio, TX. She was the second African American woman to be designated as a NAHRO Fellow in the country. As a NAHRO Fellow, Shaundra acts as a mentor to housing professionals across the country and she has served as a panelist for the Executive Director Boot Camp. Additionally, she sits on the national NAHRO small agency advisory committee which recommends housing policy affecting small housing authorities.Shaundra is the President of the Southeastern Regional Council of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (SERC-NAHRO), which covers 10 states. Shaundra is the second African American female to serve as president and the 5th African American president in SERC's 80-year history. As president of SERC, Shaundra established a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion committee to bring DEI awareness and training to the Southeastern Region.Also, under Shaundra's leadership, she worked with Brooks-Jeffrey (web developer) to develop the Tifton Housing Authority Mobile Application, which was the first of its kind in the country. Other accomplishments include the establishment of Tifton Housing Partners, Inc., a non-profit subsidiary of the THA, as well as the substantial rehabilitation of Deas Apartments.Over the years, Shaundra has generously given her time to several community agencies, institutions, and outreach ministries (educational, social, civic, and faith-based) in the Dougherty and Tift County areas. Locally, she serves on the PLIGHT (Proud Loving Individuals Giving a Hand to Teens) Board, Ruth's Cottage Board and the Tifton Council for the Arts Board. Ms. Clark served on the Ruth's Cottage steering committee during its capital campaign for the new facility, which was completed in 2021. Shaundra has been a committed member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (a national public service organization of college educated women) for 34 years. She is also a devoted member of Christ's Church and serves as the Financial Committee Chair.Shaundra served as president of both the Tift County Rotary Club and the Tifton Rotary Club. While president of the Tifton Rotary Club, she worked with club members to establish an annual scholarship in honor of Leon Benefield, a former District Governor and member of the Tifton Rotary Club.Lastly, in February 2021 Clark was selected as one of four outstanding alumni for 2020 at her beloved alma mater, Stillman College.

This week's ChangeMaker is Shaundra Clark. Shaundra is the visionary Executive Director of the Tifton Housing Authority in Georgia. With 30 years of experience in public housing, she oversees operations and drives initiatives to expand affordable housing. Under her leadership, Tifton developed the nation's first mobile app for public housing residents. In 2019, she became one of only two African-American women designated as a Fellow by the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials. Shaundra brings compassion, wisdom, and a commitment to equity to all her work.About Shaundra Clark: Shaundra, a native of Mississippi, has served in the public housing industry for nearly 30 years. She has been the Executive Director for the Tifton Housing Authority since June 2000. Prior to employment with the Tifton Housing Authority, Shaundra was employed as the Director of Administration with the Albany Housing Authority.Shaundra received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Stillman College and a Master of Public Policy and Administration from Mississippi State University. She was designated a National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) Fellow in October 2019 at the NAHRO Annual Conference in San Antonio, TX. She was the second African American woman to be designated as a NAHRO Fellow in the country. As a NAHRO Fellow, Shaundra acts as a mentor to housing professionals across the country and she has served as a panelist for the Executive Director Boot Camp. Additionally, she sits on the national NAHRO small agency advisory committee which recommends housing policy affecting small housing authorities.Shaundra is the President of the Southeastern Regional Council of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (SERC-NAHRO), which covers 10 states. Shaundra is the second African American female to serve as president and the 5th African American president in SERC's 80-year history. As president of SERC, Shaundra established a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion committee to bring DEI awareness and training to the Southeastern Region.Also, under Shaundra's leadership, she worked with Brooks-Jeffrey (web developer) to develop the Tifton Housing Authority Mobile Application, which was the first of its kind in the country. Other accomplishments include the establishment of Tifton Housing Partners, Inc., a non-profit subsidiary of the THA, as well as the substantial rehabilitation of Deas Apartments.Over the years, Shaundra has generously given her time to several community agencies, institutions, and outreach ministries (educational, social, civic, and faith-based) in the Dougherty and Tift County areas. Locally, she serves on the PLIGHT (Proud Loving Individuals Giving a Hand to Teens) Board, Ruth's Cottage Board and the Tifton Council for the Arts Board. Ms. Clark served on the Ruth's Cottage steering committee during its capital campaign for the new facility, which was completed in 2021. Shaundra has been a committed member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (a national public service organization of college educated women) for 34 years. She is also a devoted member of Christ's Church and serves as the Financial Committee Chair.Shaundra served as president of both the Tift County Rotary Club and the Tifton Rotary Club. While president of the Tifton Rotary Club, she worked with club members to establish an annual scholarship in honor of Leon Benefield, a former District Governor and member of the Tifton Rotary Club.Lastly, in February 2021 Clark was selected as one of four outstanding alumni for 2020 at her beloved alma mater, Stillman College.

We're thrilled to bring you an engaging conversation with Dr. Gregory Vincent, President of Talladega College. His story is one steeped in philanthropy and mentorship, born out of values his parents instilled in him during his upbringing. He shares how these values have not only influenced his personal life but also guided his professional journey. We delve deep into the history of affirmative action in higher education, drawing on landmark cases like the Bakke decision of 1978 and the Fisher vs. University of Texas case. Talladega College, a historic institution that's been open to all since 1867, serves as a symbol of social mobility and inclusivity. We wander through its rich history, paying tribute to some of its influential presidents. The emphasis is on their contributions to the college's philanthropic initiatives and how their efforts reflect Talladega College's commitment to inclusion and equity. As we explore the college's impact, we also unearth valuable lessons on creating genuine diversity that predominantly white institutions can learn from.As the conversation rolls on, we reflect on the power of strategic philanthropy, the importance of pride in one's alma mater, and the potential of board memberships to drive diversity. Dr. Vincent's inspiring story unfolds, highlighting the enduring influence of generational philanthropy and the role of faith-based institutions within the Black community. We also delve into the power of young people in movements and the efforts undertaken by institutions like Talladega College and Morehouse to empower the next generation of leaders. Join us for an insightful discussion on the intersection of philanthropy, diversity, and Black leadership.Support the show

Dr. James D. Anderson, the renowned author of The Education of Blacks in the South 1860-1935, and Professor Emeritus of Education at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, joins Building the Black Educator Pipeline to discuss the history of Black education in this country.Dr. Anderson's scholarship focuses broadly on the history of U.S. education, with a subfield in the history of African American education. In this episode, he shares what inspired him to become a researcher into the history of Black education and his own life journey. He shares the history of Black people working to build their own system of education and the obstacles they faced along the way. Host Shayna Terrell and Dr. Anderson discuss competing educational philosophies for Black folks in the South, and how we see some of the same debates in modern discourse. They discuss the politics that went along with fighting for improved education for Black students and compare the current state of education with the past. Finally, Dr. Anderson shares what he believes is leading to the attacks on African-American studies, as well as the increase in book bans, and censorship of certain curriculums throughout the country.         James D. Anderson is Edward William and Jane Marr Gutgsell Professor Emeritus of Education at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.In 2021, Anderson was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, one of the oldest honor societies in the nation. He was sworn into the Board of Trustees at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and inducted into the Stillman College Educator Hall of Fame—both in 2020.Additionally, the AERA awarded him a Presidential Citation in 2020, its highest award. In 2012, Anderson was selected as a Fellow for Outstanding Research by the AERA and received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. Anderson was also elected to the National Academy of Education in 2008.

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Nicholas Jackson is an Atlanta, GA-born, Chattanooga, TN-raised, Bama-bred professional and business owner. He is a people-oriented business builder, passion- driven innovator, conscious connector, Creative and motivator. He has been called a “Generational Strategist,” as he devotes much of his personal time and professional career to bridging gaps between generations. After graduating from the Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences in 2009, he enrolled as a full-time student on a marching band scholarship at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, AL, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in English. While at Stillman, Nicholas was very involved on and off campus and in several student organizations, including the Blue Pride Marching Band, Stillman College Choir, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and Kappa Kappa Psi Fraternity, Inc. He also served as a Residential Assistant, Student Ambassador, and Student Support Specialist. Post-undergrad, he has served as a bridge between people and organizations as a recruiter, educator, volunteer and community partner. Today, Nicholas is a full-time photographer and videographer and also engages communities with creative thinking, problem solving, & programming and is currently pursuing a degree in Digital Cinematography from Full Sail University. He is a father to 3 beautiful children: Sophia, Waylon, and Savannah.

I want to thank everyone for listening to the ABCA Podcast. This is my 200th episode since taking over. I am so thankful for everyone that listens in every week. I appreciate when people reach out about what is speaking to them with the episodes. As always, I hope I am asking the right questions for you all. The ABCA Podcast was nominated for the Sports Podcast Awards again this year. If you want to vote for us, head over to sportspodcastgroup.com and put a vote in for the ABCA Podcast. We are starting monthly minority spotlight episodes. Kicking us off is Georgetown University Associate Head Coach and Recruiting Coordinator, Julius McDougal. McDougal was an integral part of the Hoyas’ historic 2022 season breaking program records for wins, home runs, total bases and end of season RPI. McDougal has had success at every stop of the way helping turn around Eastern Kentucky with back to back 30 win seasons in 18’ & 19’. Prior to Eastern Kentucky, McDougal, was an assistant and head coach at Stillman College. He got his coaching start as an assistant at Kentucky State University in 14’. This is a great episode on developing a winning culture, player development and coaching hitters. The ABCA Podcast is presented by Netting Pros. Netting Professionals are improving programs one facility at a time, specializing in the design, fabrication and installation of custom netting for backstops, batting cages, dugouts, bp screens and ball carts. They also design and install digital graphic wall padding windscreen, turf, turf protectors, dugout benches, dugout cubbies and more.

On this week's episode of TheSALTPod, Jay and Jas are joined by their special guest, Jhamal Mathis, who breaks down the nuances of being young and serving in ministry and debunking myths of ministers within the Christian community. Season 3 Theme: Progression Not Perfection Scriptures in this episode: Deuteronomy 31:8 NLT, Jeremiah 1:5 NIV, & Isaiah 43:12-13 ESV Intervarsity is a ministry on college campuses across Alabama. Jhamal works at the University of Alabama and Stillman College, so if you are looking to join or start a bible study, be discipled and empowered, please reach out on IG @iv_bama or jhamal.mathis@intervarsity.org. If you are looking for other IV chapters, in AL or anywhere in the country, he can connect you to community. Leave a comment on Apple Podcasts or our Instagram Page (@wethesaltpodcast).

Dr. Chanelle Adams-Griffin went to undergraduate with me at Stillman College - majoring in Biology.  She took that degree and proceeded to get her Masters from the University of Connecticut in Microbiology and her PhD in food science from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.  Check out her story from California to an HBCU in Alabama, to a PWI on the East Coast!!Support the show

Executive Vice President at Stillman College Dr. Derrick Gilmore joins us in the C-CRETS chair today. Dr.Gilmore is driven by his mission to be an advocate for increasing the capacities of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) to support the development and preparation of socially conscious leaders. In today's episode, we'll talk about what HBCUs have to offer and why they're important for developing black leaders. Then, we'll provide some insightful receipts on HBCUs and C-CRETS on applying or supporting a HBCU. In addition, we'll share C-CRETS on how corporate America can better support HBCUs.

Dr. Cynthia Warrick - President, Stillman College joins Brad Johnson! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/plexuss/message

6.23.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: SCOTUS Decisions: Miranda Rights, Voter ID & NY Gun Laws, Jan. 6th Hearing, Stillman College Ground shaking rulings have come down from the nation's highest court, from reversing Miranda rights to reinforcing the 2nd amendment and voter ID laws. We'll break down what these decisions mean and, more importantly, how this affects you with a special panel. Today was the fifth January 6th committee. Believe it or not, there's more disturbing information coming out about Former President Trump's attempt to steal the 2020 President. We'll show you how he tried to use the nation's top justice officials to support the big lie. A white New York teacher accused of making his student pick cotton is suing the parents and a non-profit organization, and you won't believe why. For our HBCU Connect,  we speak with the President of Stillman College in Alabama. Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox

In this episode, Rob is joined by his friend, Isaac McCoy, who shares his unique perspective on the critical work of inclusiveness and creating economic access to entrepreneurial activity in under-served communities of color, from his hometown of Chicago, to the Southern United States and the world. Isaac is a natural leader, and has leveraged that skill to build a number of consulting companies, a Private Equity investment firm and serve a stint in President Obama's administration. Isaac is the co-founder of the Jamii Group, a social impact and business development firm working with up and coming businesses as well as Fortune 500 brands. Dedicated to educating the next generation of business leaders and influencers, Isaac currently serves as the Dean of the School of Business at historic Stillman College, an HBCU (Historically Black College & University) in Alabama. His vision and strategy focuses on Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Technology, Accreditation, Fundraising, Globalization, Civic Engagement and Responsibility. A former White House Appointee in the Obama Administration, he led economic policies and initiatives to support the growth and sustainability of minority-owned businesses. Isaac served as a Global Innovation Fellow, within the US State Department, a select group of emerging entrepreneurs and innovators who are committed to international dialogue that promotes shared economic prosperity and inclusive innovation in and between American and Chinese markets. Feel free to follow and engage with Isaac McCoy here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaacmccoy/ Website: https://thejamiigroup.com/ Email: imccoy@stillman.edu We're so grateful to you, our growing audience of entrepreneurs, investors, builders, influencers and those interested in the entrepreneurial economies of Latin America and the under-represented entrepreneurial communities in the USA! Plug in, relax and enjoy some Spanish, English and a fun dose of spanglish as always. We're here to help inspire, educate and empower you, so that you can build the future! ¡Salud y gracias!, Mentors Today's Team --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mentorstoday/message

One of the least talked about goals of attending college is to leave having built meaningful relationships with a new group of folks that you can now call family; your new play-cousins. You spend years together figuring out your courses, your career goals, and more importantly, who you are as a person. In doing so, you get to take part in life changing experiences that have the potential to mold you into your most authentic self, and solidify who you want to be in the world around you. Yet, in order for this to happen, your campus has to intentionally provide space for you to experiment, explore, fail, and succeed safely with the support of your peers, teachers, and administrators. We recognize that this may look differently depending on the environment you're in, but nevertheless, we all want the vibe of having felt included, encouraged, and inspired. This episode, we'll hear directly from Stillman College junior, Hanna Fields, about what she needs from her institution in order to perceive her campus culture as equitable and inclusive, and senior administrators, Darryl Ann Lai Fang and Chanel L. Fort, on what we can be doing to instill this sense of family and protect our most vulnerable. Let's meet our guests: Hannah Fields - She's a 21-year-old Junior at Stillman College. She recently became a Journalism and English major. So far in her college career, she has been a part of the English Honors Society-Sigma Tau Delta, Harte Honors, and many other academic opportunities/organizations. Outside of school, Hannah reads, writes, and spends time with her friends and family (over the phone). Facebook: Hannah Fields Chanel L. Fort - With 21 years of experience, Fort has made a career in designing, implementing, and evaluating sustainable learning and development, workforce education, and change management programs for private, non-profit, government, and higher education entities. Fort serves as Director of Academic Innovation at Stillman College, a historically Black college and university (HBCU) located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Fort leads as Creator and Learning Strategist of Fortified Learning Solutions, designing and implementing equitable strategies for change, and serves as a National Designer in Residence for Education Design Lab reimagining the role of higher education to close racial and economic opportunity gaps. She's a member of various organizations and committees and remains actively engaged in the community as Change Agent for UNCF's Institute for Capacity Building. A native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Fort earned a B.S. in Health Sciences and an M.S. in Human Services Administration. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Education from Pepperdine University, focusing on global leadership and change. What's important to me are the community, equitable higher education, and social change strategies for closing racialized opportunity gaps. Twitter: @clfort5 & LinkedIn: Fortified Education Solutions Darryl Ann Lai Fang - ICB Director of Strategy Execution and is responsible for implementing strategies for the institutional transformation of Black colleges and universities. She oversees the fastest-growing service vertical of program managers assigned to institutional cohorts. Don't mess with her. Darryl Ann is a U.S. Air Force veteran who served in Desert Shield and Desert Storm. She leverages the discipline, hard work and attention to detail that she learned in the military to propel higher education institutions toward transformational change. Darryl Ann earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix, a Master of Science degree in Human Resource Management from Nova Southeastern University, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate of from the Interdenominational Theological Center (UNCF Member) Twitter @Watkins1024 & TikTok Darryl Lai Fang --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/just-a-thought-el/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/just-a-thought-el/support

This week, Mildred Interviews Pastor Gardner on People+Culture. Dr. Tyshawn Gardner currently serves as the Senior Pastor of the Plum Grove Baptist Church in Tuscaloosa, AL and the Vice-President for Student Affairs at Stillman College. He is the founder and CEO of the Citizen Impacting Community Association, a non-profit dedicated to serving and empowering the intergenerational communities of West Tuscaloosa through a Summer and Saturday Academy for middle schoolers and activities and social programs for senior adults. He is also the past president of the Tuscaloosa Chapter of the SCLC. Dr. Gardner is a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served in both Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. As a respected educator, Dr. Gardner enjoys teaching classes in the Department of Gender and Race at the University of Alabama and in the Department of Religion and Theology at Stillman College. Dr. Gardner also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Preaching at Beeson Divinity School, where he co-teaches DMin and MDiv classes with Dr. Robert Smith, Jr. He also teaches Doctor of Ministry seminars at several seminaries across the country Dr. Gardner received the Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Stillman College in Tuscaloosa and the Master of Divinity degree (MDiv) from Beeson Divinity School at Samford University, in Birmingham, where the Dean and faculty selected him as the Most Distinguished Student in 2014. He earned the PhD from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY., where his research interest includes the social crisis preaching of Kelly Miller Smith, Sr., the African American preaching tradition, and hermeneutics. His book, Social Crisis Preaching: Biblical Proclamation for Troubling Times, with B&H Academic, is set to be released in the fall of 2022. His book, Sacred Anthropology: Prophetic Radicalism for Pulpit and Pew with Fortress Press will also be released in the fall of 2022. He is married to Shonetay Gardner, and they have 4 children, Coretta (Corey), Tristan, Titus, and Tyson and 3 beautiful grandchildren.

We are not betting individuals, but if we were, we bet that you have never met an intelligent, humble, creative, and curious individual with the voice of a Madam and whose slogan is “it's okay to feel stupid, but don't you dare stay that way.” To conclude Season 2 of Titus Talks, we are delighted to share our conversation with researcher, blogger, podcaster, and author, Kendra Royston. Kendra completed her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences at Stillman College and later received her Ph.D. from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a dissertation focus in cancer epigenetics. She went on to continue her post-doc education at the University of Chicago before joining a major pharmaceutical company in their department of Global Scientific Communications. Recently she has assumed higher responsibilities within Clinical Development managing oncology clinical trials as an Associate Director. Kendra is also the founder of Stupid Science Inc., a nonprofit organization that aims to increase diverse representation in STEM fields and careers. In this episode, we talk about her path to finding meaningful bench to bedside translational research in industry, the ethos behind her ​​501(c)(3) Stupid Science Inc., the beauty of trial and error, and finding peace with imposter syndrome to focus on being on the cutting edge of discovery. Her advice for our listeners? You do not truly ever fail until you stop trying, every setback as a setup for triumph and boldness does not make you angry. (P.S. If any university is looking for its next president, we recommend giving Kendra a call. That is certainly the world we want to live in.) Kendra on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendra-j-royston-phd-0b216b86/ Check out Stupid Science - https://www.stupidscienceinc.org/ Check out the SS Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stupid-scientists-inner-ramblings/id1501524236

Content Curator Adam Mixon speaks with the Rev. Dr. Tyshawn Gardner (Plum Grove Baptist Church, Tuscaloosa, Alabama; Stillman College) about where we go from here, seeing Jesus as an agent of redemptive disruption, and trusting in the promise of God.

As a registered pharmacist, Dr. Cynthia Warrick is highly skilled at recommending treatments and remedies. Now in her historic career as an HBCU president, Dr. Warrick continues to be a problem solver and stabilizer in distressed environments. Dr. Warrick is a native of San Antonio, Texas and graduated from Howard University with the Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, and completed the Masters of Science in Public Policy from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and the Doctorate in Environmental Science & Public Policy from George Mason University.   The first female president of Stillman College joins the Rebuilding the American Dream Podcast where she discusses her drive for entering higher education leadership; the need to connect students to career and industries sooner and the importance of the general education core for holistic education. 

Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper is the senior managing partner of Improve Consulting and Training Group, a firm that provides personal and professional development training, coaching, and consultation. Improve has been featured in Time Magazine, Black Voices, Smart Business Magazine, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, Cleveland Jewish News, Cleveland.com, and Crain's Cleveland Business. Ellen works across numerous industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, education, retail, utilities, governmental agencies, not-for-profit, and small businesses.Dr. Burts-Cooper is on faculty at Case Western Reserve University in the Weatherhead Executive Education Program and The Institute for Management Studies (IMS). She currently serves on the Board of Directors of First Federal of Lakewood and Sea-Land Chemical Company. She is the author of the books aMAZEing Organizational Teams: Navigating 7 Critical Attributes for Cohesion, Productivity and Resilience and Canine Instinct: A Guide to Survival and Advancement in Corporate America.Previously, Ellen served as a Senior Vice President and Senior Director of Operational Excellence, IT Performance Management, and Governance for PNC Financial Services. Prior to the financial services industry, Ellen worked in the electronics industry where she led global teams in several functions at 3M Company in St. Paul, MN.She earned a BS in chemistry from Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, AL, her Ph.D. in organic/polymer chemistry from Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA, her MBA from the University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Business, her Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification from 3M Company, and her Multicultural Competency and Wellness Certificate from the National Wellness Institute.Ellen is also an active volunteer and supporter for a host of community-related organizations across the US and provides college scholarships through her fund at The Cleveland Foundation. She is a member of the Private Directors Association and the National Wellness Institute.A Powerful Quote From This Episode"I want teams to be more productive, more cohesive, and more resilient. That is my life's work."Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeEllen's WebsiteAbout The International Leadership Association (ILA)The ILA was created in 1999 to bring together professionals with a keen interest in the study, practice, and teaching of leadership. Connect with Scott AllenWebsite

Super Bowl Champion, “The G.O.A.T.” from Stillman College and All American Football/Track Star Brian Witherspoon discusses his improbable journey from a small college to the NFL. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miss-thunder/support

Glenn Eichelberger is the Director of Bands at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Glenn has been involved in HBCU bands for his entire career and joins the show to discuss his career and his experiences with HBCU excellence in music. Links: Glenn Eichelberger Holsinger: Prelude and Rondo Sheldon: 1,000 Cranes Nelhybel: Festivo Biography: Mr. Eichelberger currently serves  the Director of Bands at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Mr. Eichelberger recently completed his Masters of Arts in Instrumental Conducting at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland (2020). Mr. Eichelberger is a native of Miami Florida where he graduated from Miami Carol City Senior High School (1997). He started his undergraduate studies at Florida A&M University where he was a member of the FAMU Marching 100, Symphonic, Jazz, Brass Ensemble and Trombone Choir. In 2000 and 2002 Mr. Eichelberger was selected for the College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA) Southeast Intercollegiate Honors Band. He is also a former member of the U.S. Marines Basic Musician Enlistment Program where he studied at the Armed Forces School of Music in Norfolk, Virginia. Mr. Eichelberger also holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from Florida Memorial University (2011). Mr. Eichelberger is also the Founder and President of the Palm Beach Band Director Coalition. Prior to his appointment as the Director of Bands at Stillman College, Mr. Eichelberger served as the Director of Bands at Park Crossing High School in Montgomery, AL (2020-2021), a Graduate Conductor at Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD (2017-2020), Music Teacher at Holabird Middle School in Dundalk, MD (2017-2019), Department Chair and Director of Bands at Jeaga Middle School in West Palm Beach Florida (2015-2016), Director of Bands and Music Coordinator at N.E.W. Preparatory High School of Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida (2014-2015), Director of Bands at American Senior High School in Hialeah, Florida (2008-2013). Mr. Eichelberger has also served as the Assistant to the Director of Band and Music Arranger at Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, NC (2005-2006). Mr. Eichelberger has also served as the Assistant Director of Band and Music Arranger at James S. Rickards High in Tallahassee, Florida (2002-2003). During his Tenure at James S. Rickards the band was selected as the honor band for the Veterans Day Celebration and was selected to perform a post-game performance at Florida A&M University; Assistant to the Director of Band and Arranger at Thomasville High School in Thomasville, Georgia (2004-2005), during his time at Thomasville High the band was featured in a commercial for White Wheat Bread for the Hostus Bread Company. In the summer of 2006 Mr. Eichelberger was asked to serve as the Assistant Director of Bands and Music Arranger at his alma mater Miami Carol City Senior High. In April of 2007 Mr. Eichelberger was asked to serve as the Interim Director of Bands at Miami Carol City Senior High after the Promotion of Fedrick C. Ingram to Secretary/Treasurer of United Teachers of Dade. Mr. Eichelberger has been a Guest Clinician at the Savannah State University Summer Band Camp, (2012), Florida A&M University Marching 100 Summer Band Camp (1998-2002, 2004) Dade County Parks and Recreation Annual Summer Performing Arts Camp (1999), Miami Northwestern Senior High (1999), North Miami Beach Senior High (2004) and Florida Memorial University Miami All-Star Summer Band Camp (2003-Present), and several high schools in Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina. He has served as a guest Conductor at Miami Carol City Senior High, Thomasville High School, Florida Memorial University, and Savannah State University. Mr. Eichelberger is a member of the HBCU-National Band Director Consortium, Music Educator National Conference (MENC), Florida Bandmasters Association (FBA), Florida Music Educators Association (FMEA), International Association of Jazz Educators (IAJE), FAMU Marching 100 Alumni Band Association, (DAC) Diaspora Arts Coalition, (UTD) United Teachers of Dade, Florida Education Association (FEA), National Education Association (NEA), Teacher Association of Baltimore County (TABCO), Alabama Education Association (AEA), Maryland Music Educators Association, and an honorary member of the Eta Omicron Chapter of Tau Beta Sigma.

In today's episode the guys welcome back friend of the pod, the Rev. Dr. Joe Scrivner, Dean of Chapel at Stillman College. In the first segment, the guys have a conversation about race while talking about the movie Judas and the Black Messiah and the book The Sum of Us by author Heather McGhee. In the second segment the guys discuss the relationship between Christianity and Culture through the lens of the Niebuhr brothers and the departure of Beth Moore from the Southern Baptist Conference. They also explore the possibility that the United States is attaching religious devotion to political philosophy even as the influence of the Church is declining. These are great conversations to listen in on. Of course we will bless some hearts and must a little from the front porch. Check it out!

When is the right time to take risk versus playing it safe to insure success as the sure thing? Being more fearless vs fearful is what J and LaGina get to talking about in this episode. Fixing stuff that has not happened and preparing for what could go wrong will eat up all your time to live. J shares her story about working her way up in her industry and it still not being enough to be really good at your job… bias being a woman in the workplace… being a black woman… being a black young-looking woman is still a thing and guess who has the audacity to try J?! And of course we geek out on HBCU education joy and power. Check out @JsQucik3 Podcast and Follow her on Instagram Shoutout to Stillman College and Prairie View A&M. HBCU Love! Enjoy the listen… like, comment, share, & follow the LaRae Infinity Let's Talk Podcast on Instagram and Facebook! @LRILetsTalk Check out our NEW website www.lriletstalk.com This episode is brought to you by the WoMi APP, the digital directory of women, BIPOC & LGBTQ+owned small businesses. The free app helps conscious shoppers discover new (Wo)man & (Mi)nority owned brands to support.  

35-year-old former NFL running back Quinn Porter thought his professional football days were in the past as he had embraced life as a personal trainer...then he heard about the Fan Controlled Football League. The former St. Louis Ram took the opportunity and has been a mainstay in the backfield this season for the Beasts. He joined #WhatsGood to talk about his football journey from Los Angeles to Stillman College in Alabama and then on to the NFL. We discuss how he started on the cheerleading squad at Stillman, why a pro day at Alabama courtesy of Nick Saban changed his career and what he learned about his NFL experience. Plus his time in the FCF, the big fan community and more.

There are many racial disparities in American medical research and health care, but HBCUs play a critical role in bridging those divides. Dr. Cynthia Warrick, president of Stillman College, and also a pharmacist and health services researcher by trade, highlights how her academic institution is uplifting students and faculty to expand biomedical programs and research impacting the public health care sector.

Cameran has a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Stillman College, but has been an SEL interventionist at Fairlawn Elementary in Evansville,Indiana for the past 3 years. He is a husband and father of two boys. He says, “I'm excited to get to know the students, help in anyway I can, and become a part of the Fairlawn family. Ultimately I think my purpose in working with kids is to help them become the best version of themselves, while helping them figure out the correct responses to situations they're facing.” Join us as we discuss ways to invest in ALL our kids! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bigedidea/message

I have been out of undergraduate school for many years, but if as many HBCU graduates know, there are certain professors that make a mark on you and you will never forget them. One of those professors for me would be Dr. Mary Jane Krotzer. Dr. Krotzer made learning about animal biology fun, and it didn't hurt that she was an excellent artist. Dr. Krotzer retired from Stillman College in 2020, and before she left, I and other students had an opportunity to let Dr. Krotzer know just how much she meant to us. Join in and listen to the conversation!Support the show (https://www.gofundme.com/manage/stem-communications-fund)

This episode of Dark Rhino Security's, Security Confidential podcast and video cast features Dr. Calvin Nobles as the guest and he discusses how human factors can impact cybersecurity. The topics covered in the discussion are: How organizations should assess risk The human factor in cybersecurity Lessons learned from the aviation industry, the dirty dozen Risk frameworks in cybersecurity Cybersecurity and national security, the new underbelly The cybersecurity threat to small and medium business Business leveraging the dark web to conduct business Is cybersecurity a business problem or an IT problem? Should CISOs report to the CIO? Change the thinking on cybersecurity to be sustainable Over reliance on tools in cybersecurity, the unknown unknowns Findings in cybersecurity involving human factors You can't stop stupid Dog tired The link to the videocast About Dr. Calvin Nobles Dr. Calvin Nobles is a cybersecurity professional and human factors practitioner with more than 25 years of experience. Dr. Nobles retired from the U.S. Navy and currently works in the financial services industry as a Cybersecurity / Information Security subject matter expert. He recently earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Human Factors. His previous degrees are Doctor of Philosophy in Management and Engineering, graduate degrees in Information Systems Security, Aeronautical Science, Business Administration, Military Strategy and Operational Art. Additionally, He has completed several certificates in cybersecurity from Harvard University. Calvin is an adjunct faculty member at several universities teaching cybersecurity and MBA courses. He authored a book on the integration of technologically advanced aircraft in general aviation. Dr. Nobles’ personal story is featured in the book Black Men Changing the Narrative Through Education. He recently completed a Cybersecurity Policy Fellowship with the New America Think Tank in Washington, DC. Dr. Nobles serves on the Cybersecurity Advisory Board for Stillman College and serves on the Cyber Council for the Intelligence and National Security Alliance. Dr. Nobles led a global Cyber Intelligence Planning Group to align cybersecurity objectives for multiple international entities. He spearheaded a national-level technology prototype project enabling the U.S. to deploy strategic capabilities around the world, which established precedence of leveraging emerging technologies using agile practices. Dr. Nobles served as an advisor to senior executives to optimize cyber operations, developed business continuity and disaster recovery procedures, enhanced the information security strategies, and provided consultancy on big data analytics, machine learning, the internet of things, and artificial intelligence. To learn more about Dark Rhino Security Host: Manoj Tandon Guest: Calvin Nobles

Thank you to all our fans that stood by us during the COVID-19 Pandemic. We understand how difficult this time has been for EVERYONE! And we pray that you and your families remain healthy and safe. Adjusting to our new normal, the team at Speak Out World had to regroup and refocus how we produce our podcast. We are excited to bring you Part One of our interview with "Thug Life to Triumphant Life" author, Reggie Beaty. Reggie tells his powerful story of growing up in one of the roughest neighbors in South West Atlanta and his journey out of poverty and a life of crime into a life of success. Reggie's Bio: Reggie was a “difficult to reach youth” growing up in his hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. Beaty found out early on the critical role that mentors play in a youth's life. He was expelled from school at 14, ran with gang-oriented crowds, carried weapons and was ultimately incarcerated. Beaty found a mentor in Bobby Garrett, director of West End Academy, a non-traditional school in the Communities In Schools of Georgia system. As a result of Garrett's intervention, Beaty graduated from West End Academy, earned a Bachelor's Degree from Stillman College and a Master's in Aerospace Education from Middle Tennessee State University. Next, Beaty built a stellar 20-year career in the United States Army, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Along the way, Beaty earned the Leo A. Codd national “Instructor of the Year” for all colleges and universities, presented by President George W Bush, and “Civic Man of the Year” for his work with youth in Oklahoma. For 10 years Beaty served as Chief Operating Officer with Communities In Schools of Georgia, where he helped to build the non-traditional schools Performance Learning Centers and Georgia's “Graduation Coaches” initiative. For more information on Reggie Beaty, his organization or his book you may send him an email at reggie@theffes.com or visit https://foundationforeducationalsuccess.com/ . --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sowpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sowpodcast/support

We continue our interview with "Thug Life to Triumphant Life" author, Reggie Beaty. Reggie focuses on the opportunity he was given to change his path, and reshape his future. Now his focus is on giving the same opportunity to other students in his community and around the world. Reggie's Bio: Reggie was a “difficult to reach youth” growing up in his hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. Beaty found out early on the critical role that mentors play in a youth's life. He was expelled from school at 14, ran with gang-oriented crowds, carried weapons, and was ultimately incarcerated. Beaty found a mentor in Bobby Garrett, director of West End Academy, a non-traditional school in the Communities In Schools of Georgia system. As a result of Garrett's intervention, Beaty graduated from West End Academy, earned a Bachelor's Degree from Stillman College, and a Master's in Aerospace Education from Middle Tennessee State University. Next, Beaty built a stellar 20-year career in the United States Army, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Along the way, Beaty earned the Leo A. Codd national “Instructor of the Year” for all colleges and universities, presented by President George W Bush, and “Civic Man of the Year” for his work with youth in Oklahoma. For 10 years Beaty served as Chief Operating Officer with Communities In Schools of Georgia, where he helped to build the non-traditional schools Performance Learning Centers and Georgia's “Graduation Coaches” initiative. For more information on Reggie Beaty, his organization or his book you may send him an email at reggie@theffes.com or visit https://theffes.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sowpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sowpodcast/support

We have another HBCU Queen! Jessica Brown talks with the Success Engineer about her time at Stillman and going after what you want! Pick up your copy of The HBCU Movement Experience "The HBCU Royal University Queens Edition" book today! Queen bio: Jessica Nathan Brown is a native of Birmingham, Alabama. She is currently the Assistant Director of Student Activities in the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Jessica graduated summa cum laude from Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, where she served as Miss Stillman College 2012-2013. She received a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from the University of South Alabama.  Jessica is happily married to her husband Brandon. She is very involved in activities at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, and she is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and student affairs professional organizations. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and friends, singing, reading, and watching movies. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support

Program Director Adam Borneman speaks with Dr. Joe Scrivner (Dean of Chapel and Professor of Religion and Theology at Stillman College; and Pastor of Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church) about how confronting the sin of systemic racism requires us to rethink our theological approaches to public policies around issues like healthcare, mass incarceration, and abortion.

We kick off a new season with more prominent guests from HBCUs, the corporate world, and other interesting commentators...Tune in every Thursday at 7 PM ET. If you would like to be on the show, contact us: edd.j.hayes@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bcsportsfoundation/message

In today's show, the guys welcome back to the show, friend of PST, the Rev. Dr. Joseph Scrivner, Dean of Chapel and Professor of New Testament at Stillman College and Pastor at Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church in Tuscaloosa, AL to talk about the killing of George Floyd, the response by the President and other leaders, and the protests that have broken out across the globe. The show concludes, as always, with our Front Porch Musings as the guys talk about what has brought them joy this week.

In today's episode, Marc and Jamie welcome special guest, the Rev. Dr. Joseph Scrivner, pastor of Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church and Dean of Chapel at Stillman College, both in Tuscaloosa, AL. The three of them discuss the details of the Ahmaud Arbery killing in Georgia as well as the loss of Truth as an operative category in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. They conclude, as always, with Front Porch Musings.

What challenges are pastors facing in quarantine? What encourages them to keep going?  Rev. Mark Ribbins & Rev. Dr. Joseph Scrivner chime in to discuss their experience. Rev. Mark Ribbins is the pastor of Avon Avenue Baptist Church in Cleveland, Ohio. Rev. Dr. Joseph Scrivner serves as pastor of Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church in Tuscaloosa and is also the Dean of Chapel at Stillman College.  Find more episodes of Unleashed with Eva Melton at http://www.EvaMelton.com  #pastors #pandemic #covid19  

Episode 3 is from one the strength coaches I respect the most in the game... Keith Swift. Swift is in his first season as assistant director of football strength & conditioning. He was hired Aug. 1, 2019. Swift came to the Boilermakers from South Carolina State University, where he served as director of strength & conditioning since 2016. He oversaw all 14 varsity programs, with an emphasis on football, men's basketball, softball and track & field. Among the athletes he coached was Darius Leonard, who went on to become the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2018 with the Indianapolis Colts. Swift previously worked as an assistant strength & conditioning coach at the University of South Alabama (2014-16), working primarily with men's basketball and track & field and assisting with football. From 2011 to 2014, Swift was the head strength & conditioning coach at Stillman College, where he created the first strength & conditioning program in school history, implemented year-round programs for 12 sports and taught an undergraduate course in weight training. He coached Jeff Henderson, who went to win a gold medal in the long jump at the 2016 Olympic Games. His other experience includes three seasons (2008-2010) as a sports performance specialist with the Seattle Mariners organization. He spent two seasons with the Double-A West Tennessee Diamond Jaxx and one with the Single-A Clinton Lumberkings. Also during that time, Swift worked at the Parisi Speed School as a sports performance coach. A four-year letterwinner as a defensive end on the Tennessee Tech University football team, Swift earned a bachelor's degree in exercise science. He earned a master's degree in sports administration through American Public University in 2019. The Jackson, Tennessee, native is certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Registered Strength Coach (RSCC) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). He also is a Certified College Strength Coach through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (SCCC) as well as a Sports Performance Coach through USA Weightlifting (USAW). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theunknownstrengthcoaches/support

Thank you to all our fans that stood by us during the COVID-19 Pandemic. We understand how difficult this time has been for EVERYONE! And we pray that you and your families remain healthy and safe. Adjusting to our new normal, the team at Speak Out World had to regroup and refocus how we produce our podcast. We are excited to bring you Part One of our interview with "Thug Life to Triumphant Life" author, Reggie Beaty. Reggie tells his powerful story of growing up in one of the roughest neighbors in South West Atlanta and his journey out of poverty and a life of crime into a life of success. Reggie's Bio: Reggie was a “difficult to reach youth” growing up in his hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. Beaty found out early on the critical role that mentors play in a youth’s life. He was expelled from school at 14, ran with gang-oriented crowds, carried weapons and was ultimately incarcerated. Beaty found a mentor in Bobby Garrett, director of West End Academy, a non-traditional school in the Communities In Schools of Georgia system.  As a result of Garrett’s intervention, Beaty graduated from West End Academy, earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Stillman College and a Master’s in Aerospace Education from Middle Tennessee State University.  Next, Beaty built a stellar 20-year career in the United States Army, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Along the way, Beaty earned the Leo A. Codd national “Instructor of the Year” for all colleges and universities, presented by President George W Bush, and “Civic Man of the Year” for his work with youth in Oklahoma. For 10 years Beaty served as Chief Operating Officer with Communities In Schools of Georgia, where he helped to build the non-traditional schools Performance Learning Centers and Georgia’s “Graduation Coaches” initiative. For more information on Reggie Beaty, his organization or his book you may send him an email at reggie@theffes.com or visit https://foundationforeducationalsuccess.com/ .

On this episode I have the pleasure of talking with Kathy DiCocco, Executive Director of the H.O.P.E. Foundation for a Better Tomorrow, and mother of its Founder, Frank DiCocco (1984-2013), who lived a short but amazing life focussed on lifting others to new heights. His crowning achievement was R.E.A.L. Men, Inc., which we discuss on this show. In his own words, "As a coach, my mission is to help raise the quality of this world, by helping to raise the quality of the individuals who live in this world." Listen and hear about this amazing program and how it serves men and women alike by teaching our student athletes to live by those words.https://www.hopefoundation.us/the-founder.htmlcontact@hopefoundation.ushttps://www.realmaninc.org/THE LIFE OF COACH FRANK DICOCCO​Coach Frank DiCocco dedicated his life to working with young people throughout the country, serving as an assistant coach and director player development for nearly a decade, working at both the high school and collegiate levels. His career included stops at Dwyer High School (FL), Avon Old Farms School (CT), Godby High School (FL), South Pointe High School (SC), Paul VI Catholic High School (VA), Cambridge Rindge & Latin High School (MA), and the Fessenden School (MA). Despite being offered a coaching position at Yale University, an NCAA Division I School, and West Point Academy, DiCocco chose to accept a position with the football program at Stillman College, a highly diverse institution in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.In addition to his resume full of coaching careers, DiCocco was a published author, having written several books on the subject of positive youth development and creating The REAL Man Program, a unique and comprehensive character-education curriculum designed specifically for today's youth. It was developed for and implemented by the National Football League's Youth Impact Program, which works with at-risk inner-city students in partnership with college and football teams. The REAL Man Program is designed for middle school, high school and college-aged students and has been utilized by athletics programs, schools and youth-development organizations across the country. DiCocco was also an avid writer for AppleSeeds.com as well as The Gridiron, The Texas Coach, and American Football Monthly magazines.DiCocco also contributed his time and talents to several social awareness and advocacy groups including The Good Man Project, The RAINN Organization, A Call to Men, BARCC Rape Crisis Center of Boston, The Hope for Healing Survivor Support Programming, the feminist.com website, and many other organizations. Additionally, Frank DiCocco worked with the Florida Chapter of The Women's Breast Health Initiative, an organization that helps raise awareness and provide healthcare screenings to low-income women and families. DiCocco was a passionate advocate for the awareness and prevention of both sexual assault and domestic violence. Finally, DiCocco was an avid and active figure in the fight against cancers of all types.In 2011, DiCocco founded The H.O.P.E. Foundation For a Better Tomorrow, Inc., a nonprofit organization focusing on Helping Other People Excel. Through his charitable work, DiCocco reached out to young people, young leaders, educators and coaches to help promote positive development opportunities and initiatives. Click here for more information on The H.O.P.E. Foundation For a Better Tomorrow.

Sophia M. Johnson, Founder of L.ove Y.ou F.irst (L.Y.F.) a non-profit organization. An Author, Entrepreneur, Mother born and raised in Alabama. Truly a country girl who loves the outdoors and those around her. She graduated from Hillcrest High School in 2002, Remington College in 2008 as a Medical Assistant, recently finished her Bachelors in Business Administration from Faulkner University Class of 2017. In 2003 she joined a non-Greek organization Chancellorette Social Club at Stillman College. This organization has given her friendships and sisterhood that she cherishes. As of today, she works in the medical field, meeting women from all walks of life learning from them as well as mentoring them. For many years she felt worthless like no one could ever love her, all of her for who she really was. A broken, beaten down person. Many years ago she was given a word that she would help women, pray with them, love them. Never in a million years did she think she would be the founder of an organization meant to empower women, yet here she stands.Social Media Handles (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)Facebook and Instagram: @enfenatiLinkedIn: Sophia M. Johnson

TOUGH TALK CHRISTIAN RADIO WITH HOST TONY GAMBONE & GUEST DEBBIE ROPPOLO & SHARON WILLIAMS: Award-winning children's author and journalist Debbie Roppolo grew up in the Blackland Prairie region of Texas, where miles of grassland and her horse were her best friends. Roppolo's stories have been published in newspapers, magazines, and in several of the Chicken Soup for the Soul books. Her children's book series, Amelia Frump and her Peanut Butter Loving Imagination, is published by Dancing With Bear Publishing. After her younger son was diagnosed with autism, Roppolo and her husband co-founded Central Texas Autism Network, a network for persons who may have a relative or friend diagnosed with Autism, or professional that may deal with autistic persons. Currently, Roppolo is an editor-in-chief for Dancing With Bear Publishing. Married for over twenty-three years, she resides in the Texas Hill Country with her husband and two children. SharonWilliams, hails from Birmingham, AL by way of Boston, MA. Born in Tuscaloosa, AL she is a BA graduate of Stillman College and currently holds a PHR certification in Human Resources--the field in which she has worked for the past 20+ years. Sharon is an Author, Speaker, and Change Agent. Her first book, The ABCs of Real Beauty, has since lead to the production of The Year of Affirmation, an inspirational calendar for women. Sharon has been featured on Radio and TV: The Joe Lockett Show, Talk of Alabama (ABC/3340), and The Alabama Way (ION TV) just to name a few. She has been featured in The Birmingham Times and contributed to numerous written publications with the most recent being in Nigeria!

No matter where you fall on the spectrum, all of us need to strongly consider and dialogue about how we will do ministry in a world that will no longer define marriage and sexuality by traditional terms.   The overall objective of this conversation is NOT to force a change in people's opinions or theologies; the main purpose is to begin the much-needed dialogue on the realities of doing ministry with the LGBT community in mind.  Whether you affirm or deny homosexuality theologically, we can all agree all people are worthy of experiencing God's love; and we must admit that the church has traditionally been a very hostile and hypocritical place for LGBT individuals. How do we do ministry today in a way that upholds our biblical convictions (as diverse as they may be), and still demonstrate love to a community (as diverse as it may be)? Special Guest: Pastor Dwight Radcliff Pastor Radcliff holds a Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Studies (with highest honors) from the Long Beach Bible College, and a Master of Divinity degree from Fuller Theological Seminary (with an emphasis in Multi-Cultural Ministry/African-American Church Studies). He is currently pursuing his PhD. Special Guest: Pastor Curt Thomas Pastor Curt Thomas is a graduate of Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama where he received a Bachelor of Science in Education.  He furthered his study in ministry by completing a certificate program with Interdenominational Theology Seminary in Atlanta, Georgia. He incorporates the knowledge and skills garnered from his studies in his approach to educating, counseling, andempowering his church members and community members at large. Pastor Thomas serves as the Senior Pastor of The Renewed Church of Los Angeles.

The newest QB of the Southern Illinois Salukis (formerly of Stillman College), Josh Straughan joins Chris Shanafelt on The C.S. Podcast.

Podcast: African American Explorers 1   Hi and welcome to rememberinghistory.com where we are remembering history and we’re making it. Today we begin our great and groundbreaking podcast series about Black explorers! And we also have a very special guest who will introduce them: Frederick Lofton who is known as the Lawyer Explorer. Frederick has made many incredible explorations and today he is on the Big Island of Hawaii making even more discoveries. We are so lucky that he is taking the time to tell us about explorations made by other African Americans. You might not have heard of these great people—which is very sad—but hopefully they will one day become household names because there is so much that we can learn from them and their stories are so inspirational. Let’s do a bit of housekeeping then let’s hear from Frederick, the Lawyer Explorer.   As you may know, October 12, 2015 is Columbus Day in the United States. Columbus is celebrated for his explorations in the 15th century. Although he set out for a short route to India, he landed in present day Bahamas, convinced that it was India. Today, we know that he didn’t actually land in the East Indies but instead landed in the Americas. We don’t want to discuss what he did in the Americas, but there is no denying that Christopher Columbus was an explorer. Of course, there have been (and still are) many people who show the courage to leave their own shores in search of distant lands and adventure. We hear their stories of courage (and sometimes conquest) in history classes and on the Discovery Channel or PBS. But we don’t often learn about African American explorers or women explorers and their burning desire to discover strange new lands and go boldly where no one has gone before.   This month’s podcast series will introduce you to more African American explorers and show you that while the world is getting smaller and smaller, the adventures and explorations are getting bigger and bolder. The boundaries are endless. The only limit is your imagination, your courage, and your willingness to test your personal limits.   What is your limit? How far are you willing to go for glory?   These stories will show that exploration is not about finding gold or conquest (many explorers, including Columbus, forgot that golden rule.) Exploration is a test of your limits and transcending them. And that’s about more than finding new lands…it is about finding yourself. And this applies to any new endeavor like taking a new job or following a new career, getting an education or going back to school, learning a new language or studying a new subject, moving to a new city or country or, like some of our explorers, even searching for new planets!   The people in this podcast series on African American explorers challenged themselves in many ways. They went beyond their perceived limits and ultimately expanded their life, their worlds, and themselves. And this continued long after they “returned home” from their journeys.   You might remember that last October (2014), we began this podcast series by introducing Matthew Henson who was the first African American to reach the North Pole, some say he was the first person of any race to reach the North Pole. And we mentioned George Gibbs who was the first African American to reach the South Pole. We also discussed the many heroic and distinguished Black astronauts, like Ronald McNair and Mae Jemison. So impressive. And, of course, we can never forget Sophie Danenberg who, in 2004, became the first African American to climb Mount Everest. Her story is incredible and so inspirational. Actually, all of these stories are amazingly inspirational. You can find these podcasts at the rememberinghistory.com website or on Stitcher Radio. You will be impressed and inspired!   These history makers faced difficulties, obstacles and hurdles like the North Pole and Mount Everest and they kept going. They kept pushing. They kept digging deeper and aiming higher. And they reached their goals.   So, if you’re up to the challenge, let’s begin our next exploration into uncharted territory. Let’s begin our journey with an African American man who endured many obstacles and hardships to explore what used to be called “the dark continent” and, in doing so, save millions of people from modern day slavery!   Without further ado, let’s hear from Frederick Lofton, the Lawyer Explorer. Frederick, welcome to the show!   ****   Thanks, Robin, I’m really happy to be here to present a great explorer and a great human rights activist. He is not so well known yet but he deserves a place right at the table with many of the greatest explorers and humanitarians.   So, who is this great explorer and activist? I’m glad that you asked. His name is William Henry Sheppard. His story is both inspirational and incredible so sit back and get ready to be impressed!   William Sheppard was born in Waynesboro, Virginia on March 6, 1865. Now many listeners might know that Virginia in March of 1865 was still part of the Confederacy. Virginia was still a slave-owning state—but only for a short while longer. On December 31, 1865, slavery was abolished by the 13th Amendment. Now I digressed away from William Sheppard for a moment to discuss this important development. You see, Sheppard was NOT born into slavery. His mother was a free woman of mixed race ancestry and his father was a barber and the sexton at a predominantly white Presbyterian church. Sheppard attended Waynesboro’s “colored” school and learned basic reading and technical skills. At the age of 12, Sheppard left home and worked as a servant for a dentist from the Presbyterian Church and improved his literary skills by reading books that had been discarded by the dentist’s children. At the age of 15, he attended Hampton University and attended classes by Booker T. Washington. After graduating from Hampton, Sheppard took classes at the Tuscaloosa Theological Institute (now called Stillman College) where he was ordained as a Presbyterian minister. Sheppard became pastor of Zion Presbyterian Church in Atlanta but had a burning desire to become a missionary in Africa. He submitted numerous applications but they were all rejected because church leaders were not comfortable with an African American pastor travelling to Africa, especially without the supervision of a white minister. However, Sheppard boarded a train and personally confronted the Church board to demand that a position as a missionary in Africa. In 1890, Sheppard’s application was accepted and he was allowed to travel to Africa under the supervision of a white pastor named Samuel Lapsley. And Sheppard’s real adventures began!   The following year, Sheppard and Lapsley arrived at the mouth of the Congo River in what is today called the Democratic Republic of Congo. They established a mission in a village called Luebo. The first Africans to meet Sheppard thought that he was a rubber trader but Sheppard explained that he was there to teach about God. Because of his work and partnership with Lapsley, Sheppard had a dubious position with the local population to whom he was known as a “Black white man.”   But William Sheppard was a true explorer. He got to know and learn about the Bakuba people. He studied their crops, textiles and music. He studied the way that the Bakuba people worshipped their ancestors. He learned to hunt and killed snakes and large game to help feed the villagers. He even killed a hippopotamus and learned to dry the meat to trade and share with the villagers.   Sheppard learned to speak the Kuba* language, which helped him to discover parts of the Congo region where no American or European had ever gone. Sheppard and his local Bakuba guide would go from village to village buying eggs at different markets. For three months, he would buy and eat eggs and preach the gospel at every village where he stopped. For years, he stayed and studied the culture and, because of his excellent language skills, he was welcomed into the villages by the local leaders.   In 1893 (after an extended trip to London where he met with Queen Victoria), Sheppard returned to the Congo where new challenges faced him from Belgium’s King Leopold II who was the Congo’s colonial ruler at the time. The colonial government of the Congo Free State was using Africans as slaves to harvest rubber and build railroads, setting one African group against another in order to find traders with whom they could deal in the traffic of human lives. The Presbyterian Church in the United States opposed these activities and especially the atrocities that were occurring against the local people. The Church aimed to bring international attention to this situation.   Sheppard visited villages and people whom he had met years before upon his arrival in the Congo region. He was dismayed to witness the enslavement of the people, destruction of villages and food sources and the torture and killings of African men, women and children by the Belgians and their African allies known as La Force Publique. He was determined to bring international attention to this terrible situation. One of the most common forms of punishment imposed on the Congolese and Belgians was to sever the hands of any person who failed to meet their daily quota of rubber. Sheppard painstakingly made an exact count of severed right hands, noting 81 of them in a report that was later presented to colonial authorities.   Sheppard, together with two other missionaries, formed the Congo Reform Association, which was one of the world’s first humanitarian organizations. Through the Congo Reform Association, Sheppard continued to document and report on the atrocities committed in the Congo.   Back in the United States once more, Sheppard began to publicize his findings and wrote articles about them for church magazines. His allegations gained international attention and Sheppard quickly became well known around the United States and Europe as a human rights activist. In 1908, Belgium’s state-owned rubber company (the Kasai Rubber Company) sued Sheppard for libel and slander but the suit was later dropped because of Sheppard’s international acclaim as an explorer and humanitarian.   In 1910, William Sheppard returned to the United States, to settle with his family in Kentucky. He worked as a writer, speaker and pastor at Grace Presbyterian Church. He brought the courage that he displayed in the Congo to his work in the racially segregated state of Kentucky where, for the next 17 years, he spoke about equality and human rights to audiences throughout the American South.   You know, many people refer to William Sheppard as the “Black Livingstone”. But I take exception to that. (Of course, you know that they are referring to the explorer, David Livingstone. Remember, “Dr. Livingstone, I presume?”) While David Livingstone did make many important explorations and discoveries in Africa, William Sheppard approached Africa and the Africans in a different way. He was a humanitarian, a man of God and an African American man (remember a “black white man”) who opened his mind and heart to learn and observe. He was an explorer in the truest sense of the word.   Sheppard’s story is filled with courage and determination. He used his experiences, opportunities and innate curiosity and drive to become one of the earliest Black missionaries in Africa, a respected and multi-lingual explorer, an avid collector of African art and a human rights activist. That’s a lot for anyone to accomplish but particularly an African American man in the American South during the Reconstruction era.   But he persisted and demanded. He fought crocodiles. He persisted through 22 bouts of malaria. He researched and wrote about the sufferings of the people. He spoke to kings in their languages. And he followed his dream of going to Africa. As a boy, he often said of Africa, “When I grow up, I shall go there.”   That’s exactly what he did. William Henry Sheppard “went there.”   Where do you want to go? What will you do to “go there”?   That is what this Black explorers series is all about: having the courage to “go there”.   William Sheppard did it. And you can too!   So, that’s all for this first show in this great and groundbreaking podcast series. It’s a lot and there is more coming. I hope that you enjoyed this show and brief story of William Sheppard—explorer, humanitarian, activist, and art collector. I hope that you see that he followed his dreams, overcame terrible hardships and improved his life and the lives of many others. His legacy lives on.     Thanks so much, Frederick for that interesting and enlightening discussion of William Sheppard. There is so much that we can learn from his story and I hope that his story will be told in schools and other learning circles, great and small. He deserves it. And we all benefit from it.   In the next podcast, we will focus on Black women explorers who also “said that they “shall go there”. And they did! They had a dream and they followed it. I won’t ruin the surprise but I will just say that these women went in many directions in their explorations. They definitely “went there”. Spoiler alert: one of these women explorers “went there”--to the North Pole, that is--at the age of 75! You won’t want to miss her exciting story—or the other inspirational stories.   So, that is all for now. I do want to remind all the listeners that you can get additional information and pictures of the William Sheppard on the Remembering History Podcast Page on Facebook. There is a great community of fun and friendly historians there who love to discuss these great people and their even greater adventures. And I would love to hear your comments and thoughts about today’s podcast or really any history topic that you’re interested in. I really enjoy hearing from you!   Oh and I almost forgot to mention that rememberinghistory.com website has a great store where you will find books, DVDs, and lots of other fun and educational products, including two amazing books about William Sheppard.   So, thanks for listening to the first part in the great and groundbreaking podcast series on Black Explorers. I hope to “see” you at part II of the series where we will focus on Black women explorers. We are doing fantastic work here and I’m glad that you’ve joined us for this great adventure.   Again, a big thanks to Frederick, the Lawyer Explorer whose adventures you can follow at thelawyerexplorer.com. I encourage you to visit his exciting website and follow his great adventures. The lawyer Explorer goes to many uber-interesting places and collects, learns and shares fascinating facts, legends and stories of the people and places in his adventures.   See you next time at rememberinghistory.com where we are remembering history and we’re making it.   Bye for now.    

Virginia Sparks Volker was born in Jasper, Alabama in 1940. An instructor of Biology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) since 1967, Volker has degrees from the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa and Harvard University. Actively involved in the Unitarian church and in many community organizations, Volker also directs an annual summer intensive course on the Civil Rights Movement. As a college student in the early 1960s, Volker participated in inter-racial discussion and social groups with students from Stillman College. Because such activities were illegal, Volker and her friends were strongly encouraged by university administrators to cease participation. However, even after she enrolled in graduate school at UAB, she continued to cross boundaries and participate in groups such as the Alabama Council on Human Relations and Friendship in Action. Listen to Virginia Volker explain how she and other White students came to socialize with Black college students in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in 1960 and '61.