Researcher & Educator of Children's Tech, Media & Diversity — Wholistic Lifestyle Advocate
"I'm weary of the ways of the world Be weary of the ways of the world I'm weary of the ways of the world" ~ Solange, "Weary" from Seat at the Table Between the recent shooting of a security guard by a police officer, the prom photo of high schoolers doing the Nazi salute, and …
I didn't realize being an early childhood researcher and educator who incorporated multicultural and anti-bias principles was going to be an intense growth process. Since I was raised with educators in the family, attended international studies schools, and lived as a woman of color, I figured I knew what to do (for the most part). …
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In recognizing #WorldMentalHealthDay, I am compelled to reflect on my own mental journey since starting my Ph.D. program. I didn't anticipate mental health being a part of my doctoral adventure, but I soon discovered it went alongside my studies. When I think about the high levels of anxiety I felt when I started the program …
When I started my doctoral program, I didn't realize that maintaining my mental health was going to be a primary focus as I juggled work, courses, presentations, publications, and connections with friends and family. Yet, as I explained in a previous post, I have learned how to navigate and manage my relationship with anxiety while progressing …
Hi. My name is Amanda. I'm a Black feminist that enjoys statistics. While statistics is often a content area that provokes sighs, headaches, and eye rolls, I find the content interesting. In fact, I optionally take statistics classes to improve my understanding of quantitative research. I like doing the math and using a numerical, scientific …
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