Archive for 'Education'
Dr. Leslie Fenwick: Dean of the School of Education Howard University
Posted on 17. Oct, 2011 by Leshell Hatley.
Dr. Leslie T. Fenwick has more than 25 years of experience in higher education, public policy, philanthropy, and urban PK-12 schools. Currently, she is dean and professor of educational policy and leadership at the Howard University School of Education.
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Dr. Joy Lawson Davis: Gifted Education Researcher & Author
Posted on 11. Apr, 2011 by Leshell Hatley.
Dr. Joy Lawson Davis has over 30 years of experience in the field gifted education and is the author of a new book entitled “Bright, Talented, & Black: A Guide for Families of African American Gifted Learners”
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Dr. A. Wade Boykin: Distinguished Researcher in Psychology and Education
Posted on 14. Feb, 2011 by Leshell Hatley.
“EVERY CHILD has the capacity to succeed in school and in life.” That is the motto of the Capstone Institute, where Dr. A. Wade Boykin, Professor of Psychology, conducted research on “educating the whole child.”
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Kaya Henderson: Interim Chancellor of DC Public Schools
Posted on 24. Jan, 2011 by Leshell Hatley.
On November 1, 2010, Kaya Henderson became the Interim Chancellor of DC Public Schools.
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[Black Organizations] National Black Child Development Institute
Posted on 06. Jan, 2011 by Leshell Hatley.
For the past 40 years, the National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) has been steadfast in its mission to improve and advance the lives of Black children and their families, through advocacy and education.
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[From Our Black Scholars Directory] Rondalynne McClintock: PhD Student in Information Systems
Posted on 19. Nov, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
Rondalynne McClintock is a PhD student in Information Systems at Claremont Graduate University and an Educational Consultant working with students in grades 8+ to apply for scholarships and prepare for University.
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Dr. Heather D. Wathington: Professor and Researcher of Higher Education for Students of Color
Posted on 15. Nov, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
Dr. Heather D. Wathington is an Assistant Professor in the Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia, where she focuses on access and equity in higher education; the attainment and achievement of students of color; the development and purpose of minority-serving institutions; developmental education; and community college student success.
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James H. Shelton III, Assistant Deputy Secretary for Innovation and Improvement
Posted on 09. Sep, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
James H. Shelton is the assistant deputy secretary for innovation and improvement within the US Department of Education, managing a portfolio that includes most of the Department’s competitive teacher quality, school choice and learning technology programs, housed in the Office of Innovation and Improvement.
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[HBCU Presidents] Dr. Ray L. Belton: Southern University at ShrevePort
Posted on 03. Aug, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
Dr. Ray L. Belton is the current Chancellor of Southern University at ShrevePort. We couldn’t find much information about him, so if anyone has anything to add, please help us when can. Thanks. – BSI Staff
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Dr. Jacqueline Jordan Irvine: Renowned Educator, Author, and Researcher in Urban Education
Posted on 24. Jun, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
Dr. Jacqueline Jordan Irvine is Charles Howard Candler Professor of Urban Education in the Division of Educational Studies at Emory University. She has authored many books and received many awards about and for her work.
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Nannie Helen Burroughs: Educator, Orator, Religious Leader, and Businesswoman
Posted on 17. Jun, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
Nannie Helen Burroughs was an African American educator, orator, religious leader, and businesswoman. She gained national recognition for her 1900 speech “How the Sisters Are Hindered from Helping” and booklet entitled “The 12 Things The Negro Must Do For Himself.”
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[HBCU Presidents] Dr. Hazo W. Carter Jr: West Virginia State University
Posted on 09. Mar, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
Dr. Hazo W. Carter, Jr. is the 9th President of West Virginia State College and became it’s first President when it became West Virginia State University. He has years of service to this HBCU and has a great academic track record like is father Dr. Hazo W. Carter, Sr.
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[HBCU Presidents] Dr. George C. Bradley: Paine College
Posted on 23. Feb, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
In October 2007, Dr. George C. Bradley was named the 14th President of Paine College in Augusta, Ga. Prior to being named president by the Paine College Board of Trustees, Dr. Bradley served as executive vice president of Claflin University in Orangeburg, SC.
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[Update] Marvin Lynn: Examining How Teachers Feel about African-American Male Students
Posted on 13. Feb, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
We featured Dr. Marvin Lynn on August 21, 2008. But we wanted to provide you with an update as he is now featured on the website of the Teachers College Record talking about an 18 month study he did examining how teachers feel about African-American male students in a low-performing high school. Check out the results.
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[HBCU Presidents] Dr. Billy C. Hawkins: Talladega College
Posted on 09. Feb, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
Dr. Billy C. Hawkins became the 20th President of Talladega College beginning January 1, 2008. Previously, he served as the 20th President of Texas College from December 1, 2000 to December 31, 2007.
