Diversity - Alumni

As a result of their studies, experiences, and excellent faculty guidance, GSEHD alumni are expert makers of change. Their gained knowledge and inclusive leadership meets the needs of an ever-complex-world and aids them in tackling the most challenging problems in education and human development.


Alumni Features on EdFix

EdFix is GSEHD’s official podcast hosted by Dean Michael Feuer. EdFix aims to open the conversation about the practice and promise of education, as well as tackle some of education’s most complex issues through discussions with researchers, practitioners, policymakers. Amongst regular guests on EdFix are GSEHD alumni who share effective strategies and provocative ideas that themselves and others use to work towards positive and inclusive changes in the realm of education.

Episode 16: “What if a robot takes my job?” Workforce Development in an Era of Change What is the real impact of technology and process transformation on American workers? Are we doing enough to prepare the modern workforce at a time of growing inequality and stagnant wage growth? Dr. Mary Kay Vona, Principal in Ernst & Young LLP's People Advisory Services, and Dr. Ellen Scully-Russ, Associate Professor of Human and Organizational Learning, discuss the changing nature of work, talent shortages in the U.S., and curricula to support the jobs of the future.


Alumni Making a Difference

 

book cover: The Cost of Inclusion by Blake Silver

Alumnus Publishes Book "The Cost of Inclusion: How Student Conformity Leads to Inequality on College Campuses"

By Dr. Blake Silver

November 21, 2024

In his book, Dr. Blake Silver (Master's, Higher Ed Admin) explores the ways students seek out a sense of belonging and the sacrifices they make to fit in.

Cover of 'Chef Edna' book by Melvina Noel

GSEHD Alumna, Dr. Melvina Noel, Publishes Book

November 21, 2024

GSEHD alumna Dr. Melvina Noel (Ed.D., Higher Education Administration) has published the book, Chef Edna: Queen of Southern Cooking, Edna Lewis.

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Breaking the Code: Empowering Girls in Bangladesh to Bridge the Gender Gap in Tech

GSEHD alumna Dr. Farhana Faruqe Received Grant to Help Prepare Students for Careers in AI

November 21, 2024

Dr. Farhana Faruqe (Ph.D. in Edu, Human Tech Collaboration), is focused on setting students up for success in the field of trustworthy artificial intelligence. 

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GSEHD Alumna, Dr. Amber Samuels, Recognized for Community Action in Field of Counseling

November 21, 2024

Alumna Dr. Amber Samuels was recognized by the Maryland Counseling Assoc. and Counselors for Social Justice (a division of the American Counseling Assoc.).

GSEHD Alumnus Glen Gummess's Documentary Aired on Public Television

November 21, 2024

GSEHD alumnus Glen Gummess (master's, Educational Technology Leadership) produced a documentary, "From Slavery to Glory," aired on Chicago WTTW-TV.

GSEHD Alumnus Dr. Antonio Ellis Published in the Journal of Educational Foundations

November 21, 2024

Dr. Ellis co-authored "A Qualitative Analysis: Black Male Perceptions of Retention Initiatives at a Rural Predominately White Institution."

GSEHD Alumna Grace Henry Showcased in GW Today

November 21, 2024

GSEHD alumna Grace Henry (Ed.D., Higher Education Administration) was showcased in GW Today's "Have You Met...Grace Henry?"

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GSEHD Alumna Angel Jones Authored ‘Street Scholar: Using Public Scholarship to Educate, Advocate and Liberate’

Featured in GW Today

November 21, 2024

Jones' book is an unapologetic call-to-action that challenges the academy to thoughtfully and intentionally engage in public scholarship.