EP123: An Accidental Triumph: The Improbable History of American Higher Education, with Dr. Sol Gittleman
Release Date: 10/26/2023
EP136: PANEL | Leaders Call for Active Resistance Against Anti-DEI Measures at National Action Network (NAN) Annual Convention
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In this episode, we revisit a thought-provoking panel discussion from the held April 10-13 in New York City. Led by moderator Dr. Jamal E. Watson, esteemed panelists Kimberlé Crenshaw, Stephanie Ruhle, Dr. Alvin Tillery, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, and Dedrick Asante-Muhammad delve into the profound impact of anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) legislation. The panelists explore the widespread attack on DEI initiatives across various sectors, including higher education and corporate America. Their discussion on legal challenges, political strategies, and the role of misinformation...
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EP135: DOUBLE PLAY | Meet 2024 Arthur Ashe Jr. Male and Female Sports Scholar of the Year — Darius Robinson & Olivia Womack
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Meet defensive lineman Darius Robinson, a first-round selection in the 2024 National Football League (NFL) Draft, and sprinter Olivia Womack. As exceptional college student-athletes, Robinson of Mizzou and Womack of Ole Miss were named 2024’s Arthur Ashe Jr. Male and Female Sports Scholar of the Year. The is part of Diverse’s over 30-year legacy of recognizing young minority men and women who have distinguished themselves in their academic and athletic pursuits. Of the nearly 600 student-athletes nominated this year, Robinson and Womack were chosen for best exemplifying the...
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EP134: Meet Retired Lt. Gen. Ronnie D. Hawkins Jr., President, Angelo State University — an award-winning Texas Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI)
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Meet retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. ., president of Angelo State University (ASU), which continues to evolve and thrive as a leading institution in higher education in part by leveraging its opportunities. The university is dedicated to serving its diverse student population and preparing students for success in an ever-changing world. In this episode of Diverse, host Ralph Newell and Hawkins delve into the initiatives and challenges facing ASU, particularly in serving Latino students and navigating the landscape of higher education. Experience this thought-provoking exchange as...
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EP133: Improving Student Success and Reducing Equity Gaps with Dr. Monica Parrish Trent
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Meet , chief program and network officer at Achieving the Dream (ATD). Trent's career spans over 25 years, during which she has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to improving student success and reducing equity gaps, particularly for BIPOC and low-income students. Her extensive experience in community colleges has equipped her with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by such marginalized student populations and the strategies necessary to address them effectively. Join the conversation with Diverse host Ralph Newell and learn how Trent and ATD are working to form an equitable...
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EP132: Resistance From the Right: Conservatives and The Campus Wars in Modern America with Dr. Lauren Lassabe Shepherd
In The Margins
Meet Dr. Lauren Lassabe Shepherd, an instructor in the College of Liberal Arts, Education, and Human Development at the University of New Orleans and an IUPUI-Society for U.S. Intellectual History Community Scholar, who was recognized as a by Diverse: Issues In Higher Education for her outstanding contributions in 2024. In this episode, Diverse host Dr. Jamal Watson engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Shepherd, author of . The discussion highlights the dominance of progressivism on American college campuses during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Tune in as Watson...
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EP131: Black Women Ivory Tower: Revealing the Lies of White Supremacy in American Education with Dr. Jasmine L. Harris
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In this episode, Diverse host David Pluviose engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Jasmine L. Harris, author of Black Women Ivory Tower: Revealing the Lies of White Supremacy in American Education. Harris is an associate professor of African American Studies and coordinator of the African American Studies Program in the Department of Race, Ethnicity, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at The University of Texas at San Antonio. Tune in as Pluviose and Harris discuss the often perilous intersection of race and gender in higher education and the imperative of raising...
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Meet Dr. Bettina L. Love, the William F. Russell Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University, who delves into the complex dynamics of education reform and highlights its detrimental effects on Black children and communities. In this episode, Diverse host Dr. Jamal Watson engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Love, author of The New York Times best seller, Punished for Dreaming: How School Reform Harms Black Children and How We Can Heal. Tune in as Watson and Love discuss the influence of powerful narratives and critical analysis on Black children, challenging...
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EP129: HBCU: The Power of Historically Black Colleges and Universities
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Meet Dr. Marybeth Gasman, the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Endowed Chair and a Distinguished University Professor at Rutgers University, and Dr. Levon T. Esters, dean of the graduate school and vice provost for graduate education at Penn State University. They co-authored , published by Johns Hopkins Press. In this episode, Gasman and Esters join Diverse to discuss their newly released book chronicling the impact of HBCUs. Tune in as authors Gasman, Esters, and host Dr. Jamal Watson delve into the rich history, personal anecdotes, and enduring impact of HBCUs. Join an empowering...
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EP128: Meet The Emerging Scholars of the Year, 2024
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Each year, Diverse’s editorial staff chooses Emerging Scholars from nominations that pour in from all over the country. The selections are based on several factors including uniqueness of scholarship, commitment to teaching, community service, scholarly awards, honors, and academic accomplishments. In this episode, we replay the Jan. 18 Diverse Talk Live! webcast, "Presenting the Emerging Scholars of the Year, 2024." In case you missed it, listen in to meet some outstanding leaders in this year’s cohort. PANELISTS INCLUDE: Alexandrina Agloro, assistant professor,...
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EP127: The Antiracist School Leader, with Dr. Daman Harris
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Meet Dr. Daman Harris, cofounder and codirector of the Building Our Network of Diversity (BOND) Project, a nonprofit organization that supports the recruitment, development, retention, and empowerment of male educators of color. He is the manager of the Professional Development Schools Program and the Institutions of Higher Education Partnerships for Anne Arundel County Public Schools in Maryland. He also serves as an adjunct professor at McDaniel College and a member of the graduate faculty for the University of Maryland at College Park. In this episode, Harris joins Diverse to speak...
info_outlineIn this episode, Diverse welcomes Dr. Sol Gittleman, the renowned Alice and Nathan Gantcher University Professor Emeritus at Tufts University. Gittleman joins podcast host Dr. Jamal Watson to share his unique perspective, gained over decades, into the dynamic nature of American higher education. He and Watson delve into how the trajectory of higher education has shaped academia as well as the cultural and political fabric of the nation.
Gittleman brings forward historical context explaining the critical role higher education has played in shaping American culture, diversity, and individual freedom. As with his latest book, "An Accidental Triumph: The Improbable History of American Higher Education,” he highlights the evolution of the American higher education system, the diverse nature of colleges and universities in the U.S., and the profound impact of key events such as World War II on the development of education. Gittleman's insights challenge conventional narratives and highlight the uniqueness of collegiate America. This episode provides a richer understanding of higher education's pivotal role in shaping America's past, present, and future.
KEY POINTS:
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The diverse history of American higher education and its evolution from its early faith-based origins
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The prevalence of race-based curricula in American history teachings
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Understanding the significance of World War II and the GI Bill in transforming the higher education landscape in the U.S.
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Challenges of managing a vast and diverse system in universities
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The pivotal role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in higher education
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The potential for international students to study abroad in the U.S.
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Impacts of technology and AI on the future of education
QUOTABLES:
"The mere fact that we are so diverse now —. there's going to be contention for the rest of our lives, because there'll always be somebody trying to get it back in the envelope." – Dr. Sol Gittleman
“It's such a complex and different and varied American system. And the rest of the world knows that. And we don't know much about our system at all; we're interested in football and gambling." – Dr. Sol Gittleman
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