We were thrilled to partner with University of San Francisco students in the "Artist as Citizen" course on this new mural outside our Tenderloin Center! USF students and faculty gathered input from 826 Valencia and other community organizations in the Tenderloin to create this beautiful new addition to our block. 🎨 🐡
It's fantastic!
Wow - so cool!
Are you headed to NAEA next week? Be sure to stop by and say hello if you are! Check out these tips and tricks to navigate an art education conference or convention! Whether you attend virtually or in-person, there are many ways to make the most of your conference experience. https://lnkd.in/gn53cSJS
🍽️ It’s time for that annual event that always sells out and promises education, levity, entertainment and fellowship: the Mayors Breakfast! Learn more about what happens when 15 mayors get together in one room. 🔗 Read more about how you can be there, too in this article from our May collection: https://loom.ly/GTyPK5I #spacecoast #brevardcounty #mayorsbreakfast
Ed. M. Candidate at Harvard Graduate School of Education '25 | Education, Research and Multi-Media Innovation
Another full-circle moment! Last week, I had the privilege of accompanying our latest cohort of students to Christ Church, Oxford, supporting them as they explore university admissions and higher education opportunities. Reflecting on nearly 3.5 years at Thinking Black, I'm overwhelmed by the impact we've made. From trips to publishing agencies to student publications, celebration days, and creating decolonised essay content on identity, community, and heritage - all centered on Black scholarship. It all began with a chance encounter that led me to the ACT essay prize, where I wrote my first academic piece for the 'Our Time is Now' module: "Why didn't the Tottenham riots turn into a revolution?" That moment was truly transformative. It gave me the skills and confidence to professionally articulate my thoughts and feelings while embracing my own experiences - I still vividly remember where I was and how I felt during those riots. As I prepare to take a brief hiatus from Thinking Black to pursue my master's degree, I'm filled with both sadness and excitement. Sad to step back from this life-changing organisation, but thrilled to watch it grow, develop, and adapt to support even more students. To all young Black individuals out there: please get involved with Thinking Black in any way you can - participate, work with us, or simply keep an eye on our progress. The future is bright, and I can't wait to see where we go from here! #ThinkingBlack #HigherEducation #BlackScholarship #FullCircleMoment
🎓✨ Thinking Black’s Week on Tour! - A Memorable Visit to Christ Church College, Oxford✨🎓 Last week was packed with inspiring events, and we’re excited to share the highlights, starting with our visit to the prestigious Christ Church College, Oxford! We took our students for an incredible day focused on everything Oxford applications. They embarked on a journey that began with an enlightening admissions workshop, offering valuable insights into the Oxford application process. Engaging Q&A sessions with access tutors provided practical advice and a unique glimpse into university life at Oxford. The day was topped off with a tour of the beautiful campus and a visit to the fascinating Natural History Museum. Check out our incredible day below! Thank you to Christ Church College, University of Oxford for their warm hospitality and for making this visit an unforgettable experience for our students and us!
Operators are standing by to take your call about our four open grant opportunities (though we're easier to reach via email). Here's a tip: get in touch with us before writing your application. We are happy to talk with you, and we will accept draft proposals by August 15th. Final deadlines are November 7th for: Archival Projects For projects that ensure online public discovery and use of historical records collections. Discovery and Access to Congressional Records Collections For projects that ensure online public discovery and use of Congressional records collections. Capacity Building for Historically Black Colleges and Universities Archives For projects that build capacity at HBCU Archives. Publishing Historical Records in Collaborative Digital Editions For projects to publish documentary editions of historical records. Starting point is https://lnkd.in/efYtwc_4
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🎓 Earning a doctorate is a journey filled with immense challenges and profound sacrifices. The strain on one's mental health is significant, and the right academic environment can make all the difference. Selecting the right institution and dissertation team, particularly your Chair, is crucial to maintaining your sanity and successfully completing your degree. Trusting that your leaders are genuinely guiding you towards building a lasting legacy is vital. From personal experience, I can attest that organizational trauma is real and deeply impacts students' daily lives. As we navigate graduation season, I am working to reclaim my power and focus on the valuable lessons learned, rather than the frustration I've endured. For anyone feeling betrayed, enraged, or unsupported during your dissertation journey, you're not alone. This is precisely why I founded the R.E.L.E.A.S.E Support Group—to provide a community where your experiences are acknowledged and your feelings validated. If you're in need of support, DM me for an invitation. Let’s navigate these challenges together. I tell myself often, stop suffering alone. Acronym: R.E.L.E.A.S.E R - Renewal E - Empowerment L - Liberation E - Expression A - Affirmation S - Support E - Empathy Are you a BIPOC professional navigating the challenges of systemic racism, organizational trauma, impostor syndrome, workplace stress, or burnout? Sign Up for O.I.I.T R.E.L.E.A.S.E SUPPORT and Empowerment Group. Valentine Coaching & Consulting, LLC. makes a commitment to empowering professional BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), our organizationally induced Intrapersonal trauma support groups provide a safe haven for turning challenges into triumphs collectively. Relieving stress, depression, boosting self-esteem, and connecting through spirituality, your purpose and dreams. Affirm “Helllll Yeaaaaaa” Your Greatness Is Waiting! #DoctorateJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #AcademicSupport #RELEASEOIIT
Clark Atlanta University’s very own professor and nationally acclaimed author, Dr. Daniel Black set the students and everyone on fire at CAU’s 35th Annual Commencement Convocation. With an inspiring message, "Here they come y’all here they come," Black shared to today’s graduates that they will represent doctors, lawyers, scientists, researchers who cure cancer, electrical engineers, musicians, journalists, actors and actresses and many other professions in the workforce. He reminded them that their lineage is great at CAU referencing game-changing alum such as Fletcher Henderson, Marva Collins, Mary Francis Early, Kenya Burris and Harry Pace. Black reminded them that God is in every one of them. CAU is home of the Holy Ghost and charged them to know their history and remember they are descendants of a people who turn stumbling blocks into stepping stones. He closed his dynamic message with a personally written poem reminding the graduates that other colleges are good, but CAU is great! #CAU #pantherproud #Theyarentlikeus
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1/2 The entrance area that greets visitors to a typical American high school contains two things: evidence (in the form of trophies) that its students triumphed over students from other schools plaques listing which of its students are better than others. 2/2 Suggested assignment (for administrators, teachers, and kids): Design a school lobby that reflects a commitment to collaboration and community rather than to sorting and triumphing. https://lnkd.in/g_z-Pq_A
Thinking of starting a before/after school club? 🏫🚀 Start by understanding your community's needs. Sports, arts, academics what's in demand? Our latest article guides you through it all. Dive in and start making a difference! 👉 https://bit.ly/3SXZaWK
Thinking of starting a before/after school club? 🏫🚀 Start by understanding your community's needs. Sports, arts, academics what's in demand? Our latest article guides you through it all. Dive in and start making a difference! 👉 https://bit.ly/3SXZaWK
🌍 Through the "Borders & Identities" course, students are given a platform to articulate their identities, critically examine their lives and their ancestors' experiences, and envision a path forward for society. ➡️ Learn more about this class on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gkdFupfv
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Domenica Perrone’s Domenica Perrone pursuit of higher education is a story of determination, resilience, and the transformative power of learning. Born in Ecuador and immigrating to New Jersey at the age of two, Domenica was driven by a deep-seated desire to attend college, influenced by her family’s unwavering support and her own passion for knowledge. This article is a follow-up to Latinas and Education: Breaking Barriers and Shaping Futures to highlight the personal story of Latinas: https://lnkd.in/eJZA-YqH https://lnkd.in/e_9CUwti
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2moLove it! My kid and I used to walk by the giant octopus mural all the time when we lived in the TL and always look forward to stopping by your table at Sunday Streets 😊