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A Life Lesson in Climbing
When motivational speaker and expert climber Manley Feinberg sat down with Henry DeVries for UC San Diego’s Osher Author Talk, he brought more than tales of adventure—he brought a message about leadership, responsibility, and what it means to be truly anchored in life. In the conversation, Feinberg recounts a pivotal climb in 2022 on Yosemite’s…
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Reality Changers Empowers First-Generation Students to Achieve Higher Education Dreams
In an inspiring showcase of dreams and ambitions, Reality Changers shines a spotlight on first-generation students and the transformative impact of mentorship and guidance on their journey to college. From fostering resilience and confidence to building a foundation for lasting career success, Reality Changers’ work highlights three key pillars essential for these students’ success. 1.…
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Finding Your Why in Healthcare: Lessons from Dr. Kama Guluma
Take a journey through the inspiring words of Dr. Kama Guluma, an emergency medicine specialist, as he unfolds the story of his career in healthcare and education. Dr. Guluma invites you to reflect on the importance of aligning your personal values with your professional life, especially in healthcare. Understanding your core values—like compassion, dedication, and…
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Journaling for Wellbeing
In a captivating episode of Creative Conversations, Morgan Appel engages in a profound discussion with Irene Ekdahl diving deep into the transformative world of journaling. Explore the enlightening insights they shared and discover how journaling can be your secret weapon for self-expression, stress management, and unlocking the doors to your creativity. Join us on this…
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Human Rights Defender: A Life in Education and Advocacy with Eva Pacheco
Eva Pacheco’s story is one of determination, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to bilingual education. Starting her career as a teacher in Mexico, Eva already held a deep appreciation for education’s transformative power. However, when she moved to the United States, she quickly recognized the challenges the American education system posed for bilingual learners like…
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Unsung Heroes: Human Rights, Dignity, and Equity for Educators
What does “dignity at work” truly mean for those who shape the future of our society—educators and school staff? Jeffrey M. Siminoff from Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, Guadalupe Carrasco Cardona from Roybal Learning Center, and Timothy Stiven from Canyon Crest Academy acknowledge the myriad roles educators play and delve into the current state of…
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Navigating Diversity Challenges in Higher Education
With the dismantling of affirmative action policies by courts and legislatures, colleges and universities face the challenge of ensuring diversity within their faculty and student populations. Dr. Stella M. Flores, a professor of Higher Education and Public Policy at the University of Texas, Austin, shares valuable research on college access and completion outcomes for underrepresented…
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Smart Money: Education Investments in Adolescents Earn Higher Returns
Caroline Hoxby, professor of economics at Stanford University and one of the world’s leading scholars in the field of education economics, says investing in education in early adolescents can have profound impacts on the continuation of learning through teenage years and beyond. More education leads to social cohesion, advancing economic opportunity, reducing inequality and decreasing…
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Wendell Bass: Equity Champion
Growing up, Wendell Bass was often told by his parents, “You’re on this earth to serve other people so find you something that you can do that will allow you to serve others.” Coming from a long line of educators, he naturally found that thing in teaching and school administration. A lifelong learner and educator,…