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
GSEHD Alumna, Dr. Melvina Noel, Publishes Book
July 15, 2024
GSEHD alumna Dr. Melvina Noel (Ed.D., Higher Education Administration) has published the book, Chef Edna: Queen of Southern Cooking, Edna Lewis.
Good Morning Washington Interviews Alumna: Spotlight on Health Equity in D.C.
July 15, 2024
Dr. Maranda C. Ward (Ed.D., Curriculum and Pedagogy) discussed Juneteenth and health equity in D.C. on Good Morning Washington.
GSEHD Alumna Angel Jones Authored ‘Street Scholar: Using Public Scholarship to Educate, Advocate and Liberate’
Featured in GW Today
July 15, 2024
Jones' book is an unapologetic call-to-action that challenges the academy to thoughtfully and intentionally engage in public scholarship.
GSEHD Alumnus Publishes Book: The Cost of Inclusion: How Student Conformity Leads to Inequality on College Campuses
July 15, 2024
Dr. Blake Silver's book explores the ways students seek out a sense of belonging and the sacrifices they make to fit in.
GSEHD Alumna Grace Henry Showcased in GW Today
July 15, 2024
GSEHD alumna Grace Henry (Ed.D., Higher Education Administration) was showcased in GW Today's "Have You Met...Grace Henry?"
GSEHD Alumnus Anthony Knight Highlighted by YouthToday.org
July 15, 2024
The article, "Atlanta Organization Emphasizes Cultural, Historical Knowledge For Black Adolescent Boys" by YouthToday.org featured GSEHD alumnus Anthony Knight.
Alumna Monique Sullivan Highlighted by DC Area Educators for Social Justice
July 15, 2024
Monique Sullivan (Elementary Edu) was highlighted in the online post, "Teaching How Black Lives Matter in History with Mumbet’s Declaration of Independence."
Dr. Tia Brown McNair, GSEHD Alumna, Featured During Women's History Month
July 15, 2024
Dr. Tia Brown McNair (Higher Ed Administration) was featured in Diverse: Issues in Higher Education recognizing contributions of women to higher ed.