STEM education has become increasingly important in today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world. Science, technology, engineering, and math are the fundamental building blocks of many of the world’s most innovative and exciting careers. Unfortunately, many inner-city youths do not have access to the same resources and opportunities as their more affluent counterparts. However, STEM education can change the lives of these young people by providing them with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the 21st century.
Coding and Gaming
Coding and gaming are among the most exciting and dynamic areas of STEM education. This field has exploded in recent years, and there are now more opportunities for young people to learn how to code and create their games. These skills are in high demand in the tech industry and can lead to well-paying and fulfilling careers.
In addition to providing a pathway to a career, coding and gaming can also help young people develop essential skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration. These skills are valuable in any job and can help inner-city youth overcome the challenges they may face in their daily lives.
Another exciting area of STEM education is robotics and automation. This field is rapidly evolving, and many different types of robots can perform a wide range of tasks. From manufacturing to healthcare to education, robotics, and automation are changing the way we live and work.
Inner-city youth can benefit from learning about robotics and automation in several ways:
It can help them develop important technical skills that are in high demand in many industries.
It can expose them to the many different types of careers that are available in this field.
It can help them understand the ways in which technology is changing the world around them, and how they can be a part of that change.
Service Answering Tech Solutions
Tech-Titans at Microsoft Enrolling now for spring break live in Charlotte or virtual worldwide!
In addition to coding, gaming, and robotics, there are many other areas of STEM education that can benefit inner-city youth. One of these areas is service-answering tech solutions. This field involves the use of technology to provide customer service and support. This area is experiencing rapid growth, and many different types of jobs are available in this field.
For inner-city youth, learning about service-answering tech solutions can be a great way to develop essential skills like communication, problem-solving, and customer service. In addition, it can provide them with a pathway to a career that is in high demand and pays well.
If you are an inner-city youth or the parent, it is crucial to take advantage of STEM education opportunities. One upcoming opportunity is Tech-Titans at Microsoft, which enrolls live in Charlotte, NC, and virtually worldwide from April 10-14; Designed to provide young people with hands-on experience in coding, gaming, robotics, and other areas of STEM education.
In addition to providing opportunities for young people, Tech-Titans at Microsoft is also an excellent resource for entrepreneurs and small business owners. This program can help these individuals learn about the latest technology trends and how they can leverage technology to grow their businesses.
Enroll Your Kids and Submit Your Business Now
If you are interested in enrolling your kids in Tech-Titans at Microsoft or submitting your business to the program, now is the time to act. This program is offered twice a year, and spaces fill up quickly.
Want Some Clear And Unbiased Facts About Young ENTERTAINERS NOW? This week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Ninety-One (91) has entertaining and performance arts in his blood, and that’s in the literal sense.
Today’s young entertainers know about their contracts, money earned, and from where it comes? Far too often, our best young entertainers are robbed of millions of dollars. What hurts the most is the robbers would never allow their children to listen to the music they exploit all day long 24/7 in search of young entertainers.
What Young Entertainers Have in Common?
It is a museum (for visual arts). At different times of the day, you will find different levels of skill, or certain sections of space will be available at certain times. And the music industry (singer-songwriters) to collide in space for freedom of expression. That’s the environment this Chosen Visionary grew up, and what’s prepared him for the journey towards super-stardom! Your domain still is only halfway there. With it, you need opportunity, and it needs to be age-appropriate depending on your age.
Mali MGMT is Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 91, Young Entertainer
Mali MGMT, Young Entrepreneur, Entertainer, Singer-Songwriter, and Visual Artist #gifted
The Pen of a Young King who is also a Young Entrepreneur
Wanna know how to tell if someone is a writer (any kind)? It’s because they will always find ways to give credit to the pen. Could there be power in words, but only if they are written and heard aloud? Who am I but a nobody trying to tell everybody about somebody who loves anybody!
Consider this: The word “pen” appears in the HOLY Bible 18 times. I say if it comes up at all, it’s worth exploration – Eighteen times, oh yes, there’s something to the pen. During his pre-session for the Urban-Academics Roundtable, Mali paid homage to the pen (ink pen). I knew he was born to write (everything) as a writer myself. We know it’s the “ready writer” one who needs no prompting. For me, I’ve featured in the top 90th % on Grammarly every week consistently for over a year.
There’s no time to dive into each here in this post, so I’ve linked the site where I found the information in the first place so you can check it out for yourself at your leisure: 18 Scriptures About the Pen! Mali MGMT is an old soul, which makes perfect sense why he is wise beyond his years, and ready for the world. The Chosen know who they are because it’s familiar to the called folks. The chosen doesn’t answer a call – It is already easy, taking no thought (giftings).
New Music from Young Entertainer, Mali MGMT
Mali MGMT, Young Entertainer #gifted
“Ever since I was a kid the possibilities of expressing myself through creativity seemed endless. When I wasn’t sleeping, doing homework or playing outside I was drawing, because art was always there for me on the best days and the worst days.”
Mali MGMT
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Have you ever heard of the term Returning Citizen Juvenile Lifer? Neither had I until the day I was blessed to interview Ray Boyd, A.K.A. Ra’Sun Allah from New Haven, CT. His story is not glamorous at all. However, it has the power to change the trajectory of any life.
Old-timers call it the “Slow Walk!” no one wakes up in the morning with the wish of being arrested and thrown in jail. If you watch those court and crime shows on TV, you owe it to yourself the honor of meeting and hearing the story of the King sitting in HOT-Seat Number 90. Nine is the number of wisdom – You are invited to dine at the Urban Academics Roundtable Thursday at 9:30 pm (EST).
HOT-Seat 90 is Advocate is Author, Returning Citizen Juvenile Lifer, Ray Boyd (New Haven, CT) is Chosen Visionary
Ray Boyd, A.K.A. Ra’Sun Allah, Activist, Author, and RETURNING CITIZEN JUVENILE LIFER
Meet the man who spent close to 30-years in prison for a crime committed when he was 17-years-old. Ray Boyd, AKA Ra’Sun Allah, was just seventeen years old when he entered a prison environment with hardened criminals and had to find his way. He was sentenced to fifty (50) years!
Ray transformed his life alone, while in prison, and he’s changed his life for the better. His story, in his words and voice, will no doubt change the trajectory of your life! Christianity was the chosen religion of his household, but young Ray grew closer to Suni Muslims and what is known as “Five Percenter.” Today, he takes his life seriously and lives with a God-like conscious where he gives back every day, is aware of his reckless early years, and is moving on to bigger and better.
According to King Ray, his journey of crime started at home, and by the age of 12, he was already selling hard drugs regularly – To hear from Ray Boyd directly, show up to the Urban Academics Roundtable (FREE Registration). He’s now an advocate, author, broker assistant for a prominent real estate firm, and a returning citizen juvenile lifer. Can you imagine – Half your life behind controlled gates for one false move.
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Ray Boyd, Author, and RETURNING CITIZEN JUVENILE LIFER
Rehabilitating a Returning Citizen Juvenile Lifer
King Ray volunteers to abolish the American Prison Industry Complex and Solitary Confinement with CT. He is the author of the Model Inmate and an advocate for Second Chance Offenders.
It is clear that the streets of New Haven, Connecticut can be compared to New York City (it never sleeps). There’s also the only thing between New Haven and New York is the Metro-North Rail Train. All sorts of things happen in New Haven where young Ray Boyd was caught into the culture of a lifestyle of new money! The money was too much for inner-city kids to handle; So we thought!
New Haven produced several millionaires out of the 80s and early 90’s drug trade. There were some athletes and Rap superstars amongst them – Mostly all succumed to the pressures of steet like. For the first time, folks were able to purchase homes for their families. Others made sure younger siblings were able to attend college. Thirty years later, not too much has changed. New Haven, home of Yale University, is the most dangerous city in Connecticut. The battle of the haves and have nots continues, but in the inner-city that term is NOT sysnonymous with the likes of our white counterparts, regardless of how the money is gained.
Ray Boyd, A.K.A. Ra’Sun Allah, Activist, Author, and RETURNING CITIZEN JUVENILE LIFER, is New Haven.
More About Ray Boyd A.K.A. Ra’Sun Allah – Returning Citizen Juvenile Lifer
This King, when he is not running around with an “S” on his chest doing his best to advocate and fight for others, he is doing more of the same. He is taking care of himself and drinking plenty of water these days to stay hydrated. King Ray also reads quite a bit and walks. Ray is an author who has written two additional books, and they will be released soon.
He looks to bring his program acumen and his thirty-seven years of lived experience into the Second Chance Re-EntryInitiative(SCRIP) to be of some benefit to the lives of the young men and women who may walk through the door.
You do NOT want to miss this week’s Urban Academics Roundtable under any circumstances! Ray Boyd, Advocate, Author of The Model Inmate, Broker Assistant, and Returning Citizen Juvenile Lifer! Hear the story of a man incarcerated for 29.5 years for a crime committed when he was only 17 years old – A story that will change your life forever. Run – Tell a friend to meet us at the table Thursdays at 9:30 pm (EST): The Urban Academics Roundtable is FREE, and you can Register Here.
To reach out to King Ray Boyd, AKA Ra’Sun Allah, Chosen Visionaries, or Roundtable Moderators, please use the Modera out the comments section below. Thank you for being here and reading to the end; God Bless You!
Video games have become the most popular pastime of the American people. From married men to elementary school students too young to use a credit card, I’m here to school you if you have not heard of the video game effect!
Digital Video Games have taken over, and so much of mainstream America has jumped aboard! I want to know what is leafing the pack – From Dragen Edge Inquisition, FIFA 22, and Sims 4. We are indeed interested in what you like and dislike on this list – Please share your thoughts?
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Public school teachers worldwideith what they do and start our loving each child the same. Loving job is different than enjoying the company and time spent daily with folks you work with or are serving. It would be great if a e-requisite were required to love to teach: YOU MUST LOVE CHILDREN BEFORE YOU CAN TEACH!
By now,,, you know that’s not close to how it works. Spoiler Alert: Teachers are no all created equally,,, like folks in any other profession – The wheat and the tare grow together. Only God can do the separating. In o her words, quit trying to know ople – They change every day. Put your treasure in GOD who never ch ges, and his promise of daylight and moonshine coupled with new mercies have not failed us yet!
PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS And Love – How They Are The Same
What’s Love Got to do With It?
Love is a relative term depending on anything that could mean something different to everyone (love). Every public school teacher was a student, and eryone everywhere, at any grade level, athletes whether varsity or JV, award-winning Emmy, grammy, and Oscar nominees were once students in a teacher’s classroom.
Teachers don’t just make the world go around. They are the world,,, and they ALL get into heaven FREE (says me)! Teachers, up until recently,,, were not ignored t rather reduced in the class hierarchy of local, state, and federal laws about education and teaching, especially if one is certified as a teacher or has continued education after goal attainment.
PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS And Love – How They Are The Same
HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary Number 87 is Dr. Feyi Obamehinti (Keller, TX)
Dr. Feyi Obamehinti is a life educator who loves to empower people with research-based principles to thrive in life. A dynamic international and national trainer/speaker, Feyi is passionate about helping educators at all stages of their career journey. As an educational expert, Feyi uses her expertise to equip, support, and provide leadership to educators at the local, state, and federal levels in areas of best practices in education. She is the Co-founder of Oasis Focus Inc. (a nonprofit organization) that empowers and equips disadvantaged communities through value- based principles for families, public schools, and the workplace.
PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS And Love – How They Are The Same
Teachers Must Love All Students
According to Dr. Obamehinti, one should not teach if tey are not called to fo so! Teachers are special folks designed after God’s heart to guarantee the safe passage fro childhood to adult. Those who end up in education by accident do not end up being the best at this job.
Teachers Shuold Love God, His Children and Serve People
Dr. Feyi is a lifelong learning who is passionate about teaching, but she is also a minister who is extremely driven to spread the word of God, not only with accuracy, but with evidence, signs and wonders. Her voice resonates as one who is called to lead. She’s offering a Precept Study Course, and you are invited to attend. USe the link below for more information.
Dr. Obamehinti’s Spring Precept Study is here:
1. In Person Precept Study: The Power of Knowing God, a 7-weeks study on knowing God intimately. Abraham, Noah, Nehemiah, Deborah, Paul are a few examples of God’s servants that knew God so well. Anyone can too. I’ll love to be your guide as we dive into the scriptures to discover the treasures that make intimacy with God a living testament. This in person study begins March 2 and ends April 13 from 11:30am to 1:00pm. Click the study link here to register.
2. Online In & Out Precept Study: How To Study Your Bible, is a 6 weeks study on how to study your Bible. We will use the Precept Topical study of Living for God’s Glory as the guide on learning how to dig into God’s Word and hear what the Holy Spirit is saying in the scriptures. I’ll love to be your guide on this learning journey together. This is for everyone, new and veteran followers of Christ. This online study begins March 23 and ends April 27 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Please share with anyone (men and women) that could use this time of study time. Click the study link here to register. After registering, you will then receive a confirmation email that will have information to join the weekly virtual meeting for the entire 6 weeks.
Teachers Love Good Causes Too!
Dr. Obamefinti is the Board Chair for the National Diabetes Foundation where she serves as educator and expert. She is passionate about her seat and takes it seriously as part of her everyday life – Here’s a panel discussion where Dr. Feyi Obamehinti is featured; Watch below:
Dr. Obamehinti and Self Care
When Dr. Obamehinti is not running around with an “S” on her chest saving the world, she enjoys simple things – Soaking in the tub, Quietly at home reading the word of God and praying for his people. She is a vessel of love that pours God’s heart into the minds of his teachers, as they are trusted with our beloved children. If you have questions for HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary Number 88, or any of our team members use the comments section below.
Modern technology is everywhere. It’s a wonder how we ever lived without it because that’s what it’s all about. If you remember back to the Jetson’s cartoon series, they had technology down to a science, too far back to be modern, or was it? I would run home from school to watch it – These days, even adults need to close their eyes. Television is not what it used to be, nor modern technology.
In today’s marketplace, technology skills are all about whether you get the job or not. So, how do we get our young people ready for the future if we are afraid, nervous, or scared when folks begin talking about math, science, and technology. This week at the Urban Academics Roundtable, the HOT-Seat Chosen VIsionary is from Los Angeles, CA. He is heavy-handed with technology and needs to share a boatload of what’s coming down the pike with you. Please join us at the weekly roundtable Thursdays at 9:15 pm (EST).
It’s All About Modern Technology. WGU is accepting students for competency-based technology programs.
Regional Vice President (West) at WGU Technology-Based University is Chosen VIsionary in HOT-Seat EIGHTY-FIVE (85)
Richard Benbow, III is the Regional Vice President (West) of Western Governors University, the nation’s first and largest competency-based tech university. In this role, Mr. Benbow combines his passion for innovation and information technology with a desire to serve others, providing access to affordable, high-quality education for underserved adult learners throughout the region. He leads a team that executes strategy and operations to optimize student success utilizing the WGU platform and developing partnership relationships that drive value for employers and students.
About Competency-Based Learning in Technology
It’s ALL About Modern Technology – New Jobs for a New World; Get prepared now.
Competency-based education (learning) is a framework for teaching and assessing education based on what you already know, evidenced by your passing a series of tests in most cases. Some assessments will be necessary to validate your knowledge level as you move through your chosen academic program.
Intended outcomes for this education (learning) model and real-world performance. When working with youth who seem bored with school, that can be translated into disengagement with their learning. These days, that’s a back-handed behavior slap. Schools have long become baby prisons, more concerned with bodies and behaviors than brains and ideas.
Students who are harder to engage are generally more hands-on students, many of whom fall in love with technology. All is won when the light bulb goes off the power one has to design a future built on success with simple technology certifications, and some of those are FREE! Looking in the eyes of a child who has found his path is why we started PIMOSH.net, an arts education firm that is working to redeem 3rd grade and STEP-Catch up 3-years of current learning loss.
If kids already know how to develop apps and websites have already submitted something to the apple store or google play, they are prime candidates for this technology opportunity. Consider Tech Titans at University of North Carolina | Charlotte? No sweat! Tech Titans @ UNCC accepts middle and high school students but gladly accepts younger students with technology promise! Tech-Titans will operate for spring break 2022 (April 11-15), and we invite you to join us in person on the beautiful campus or online via the virtual experience.
Tech Degrees at WGU
Currently, you can check out three different programs for immediate enrollment. You can request more information here. Program offerings are as follows:
College of Business
College of Health Professions
College of Information Technology
Teacher’s College
They offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees for each of the above, and there’s a certification too! CLICK HERE for the breakdown of class and coursework. You need to know that you can get your bag (money) young with any of these certifications! You no longer have to earn real cash for certified and verified skills at a certain age.
All You Need Technology Degree – No Fee Application
I was hoping you could apply now for admission to WGU, the most progressive universities in the United States with several locations and options for meeting course requirements. CLICK HERE and use the code “NOWFREE” on the payments page; Easy! Make sure every student who comes through PIMOSH programs knows all about technology opportunities like this. Because it’s continual learning and STEM, kids get hooked on a natural progression to the next level and steps for their life. Now, that’s one positive outcome waiting to happen.
Barriers to the Masses
Many children we work with are not necessarily encouraged or motivated towards educational success. They like nice things and know about things I didn’t know about until much later, but wanting information that’s powerful enough to change the trajectory of life is not something most of my students are accustomed to. It is, therefore, our job as educators and concerned citizens to do all we can to make sure ALL technology benefits everyone, especially our children who inherit what we bless or a curse. Technology can go either way and so can our children and what goes on between their ears,
People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher (PIMOSH) is Redeeming Third Grade and playing catch-up for three years of learning loss. If you see a “C,” call me (Ms. Patrina) at 1.844.4.PIMOSH (746674), or email patrina@pimosh.net.
Anyone who has ever attained a degree regardless of age did not do it alone – A village is always needed and welcome. With all its modern power, technology cannot take the place of the human element, not its experience with flesh and blood. We can’t fight youth to motivate. It must be inspired and somehow caught as their real idea and worth sacrificing and walking towards. Our kids need immediate outcomes in their favor! We’ve got that at Tech-Titans, and I believe we’ve found the next steps for some of our struggling students who may benefit from a non-traditional college or university setting.
We must help one student at a time by pointing out educational facts, introducing new opportunities for expression, and providing necessary resources to make success a reality. We can no longer tolerate “C” grades when we know inner-city public school quality points are on the floor – It’s like a “D’ or high “F!” We cannot count how many of our top students cannot make it through their first year at college. Sometimes it is money, schools trick us a little (at the beginning), but sometimes it has nothing to do with money; They could NOT compete academically. When in doubt, get a PIMOSH Tutor!
Black History Makers are the reason there’s any such thing #blackhistory! The proof is in the pudding – We built this country on our backs, and for FREE! The truth is, there’s no American History without Black History; Come for me trying to debate that?
Juneteenth was another slap in the face when folks in Texas didn’t even know they were free for years. Some say that speaks to the ignorance of black folks and how true it is. How would an enslaved person know anything when everything was passed down from white enslavers. Even children could tell us anything, setting us up for beatings and even more hurtful things like being ripped away from family sold and never seen again.
They wonder why it’s easy for black men to walk out – They have no absolute reference for staying. Why do black parents sometimes beat/spank their children? The mindset behind these all too regular beatings, even in my generation, is a reference to black history makers. Whippings were synonymous with slavery and kept black folks in line – From the beginning.
Children became slaves of their new owners (parents); The skill, however, was passed down from our white enslavers, but most of their survivors with their privileged financial head-start don’t disown the credit and would rather erase that period from the history books, but nope!
We know this is true, but how do we reverse the curse?
Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 89 is Dione Sims, President and CEO at Unity Unlimited, inc, Produceif if Fort Worth, Tx Juneteenth Celebration with her grandmother, Opal Lee, and Software Quality Manager.
Uniuty Unlimited, Inc. will be hosting an art competition, and we will post the information here. Meanwhile, go shopping – Buy Black books so that you will have a working knowledge of historical facts that make up our heritage and legacy. Bookmark this page for easy access to information.
Men have dominated the music industry since the beginning. Few women have penetrated the 12.22-Billion Dollar industry (annual). Women in Jazz is an off-beat topic, but this week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 84 is a timely topic that should be front and center.
There are new and innovative ways for folks to consume their favorite genre of music. It comes direct from women in the music industry, and one is at the Urban Academics Roundtable. Questions on the table, like where’s the money?
So much so that she founded the organization known as Women in Jazz Global, Inc. Her mission is to promote women in music worldwide and get their fair share of the money associated with their music and songs.
HOT-Seat 84 is Dr. Joan Cartwright (Boynton Beach, Florida)
Joan Cartwright is an author, college professor, composer, podcast host, producer, and retired Blues and Jazz performer. She is also the Founder of Women in Jazz South Florida Inc, Women in Arts, Business catalogs, Musicman Magazines, and Musicwoman magazines.
Dr. Cartwright, A.K.A Diva JC has performed with her swinging brand of Jazz and blues all over the United States, France, Germany, Austria, Holland, England, Jamaica, Brazil, Mexico, Ghana, Gambia, South Africa, China, Japan, Switzerland, Italy, and Spain. Over that period, she worked with hundreds of male musicians and only six women. Diva JC wanted to bridge the gap in the male-dominated music industry.
So, in 2007, She founded Women in Jazz South Florida, Inc. to promote women musicians in Jazz, locally, nationally, and globally. Audio, archives, articles, clinics, contacts, courses, events, film, history, interviews, lectures, newsletters, research, websites, workshops, video recording, concerts, performances, and recognition. Today there are members worldwide, and it is now called Women in Jazz Global Inc.
Books by Retired Blues and Jazz Performer, Dr. Joan Cartwright
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What’s More?
She is doing more of the same when Dr. Cartwright is not out in the world running around the “S” on her chest with the cape flowing behind it. She likes to relax in a nice place and be. To get in touch with Dr. Cartwright or another Urban Academics HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary, leave a message in the comments section below.
As we continue celebrating the new year, we are wondering can you pass the 2022 Awards and Recognition Ceremony Test? Every year, Urban Academics celebrates the highs and lows of the previous year and the accomplishments and contributions made to the platform or weekly roundtable.
We believe it necessary to de-brief and make decisions based on factual information and feedback from the membership. Urban Academics presents its annual stats and a list of Chosen Visionaries from 2022 below:
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The Urban Academics Roundtable as of January, 2022:
Urban Academics sent out its first invitation for its first guided imagery dinner party on April 16, 2020. It was in direct response to and on the heels of the U.S. Department of Education’s decision to close public schools and waive educational requirements due to COVID-19 and the worldwide pandemic.
2022 Awards and Recognition
Now that Urban Academics is a toddler (16-months-old), we understand that we are off and walking, still holding onto the walls and sometimes needing balance. We are excited to report having had several pilot programs over the last year that have proven fruitful for those individuals and the table at large. The goal is to teach one, but that’s only possible when we can care about one another, give information – the good parts too, and share resources.
When we are filled with God’s blessings, it’s hard to keep the good stuff to yourself because you know if you do not share, it will eventually choke you. There is no competition because most folks will not do anything towards their goals or visions, only talk about them and sow discord regarding those busy doing/working their plan. I call it jealousy, but there might be another word for it.
Chosen Visionaries are rarely messy and not too nosey – We are too busy trying to figure out what’s next. We understand that the dispensation we find ourselves under has the book of revelation all over it. We live in a time where it is difficult to think of anyone other than ourselves. However, that position might make I difficult due to so many needs bigger than me or you. Once we reach the point where we believe none of this belongs to us and it (stuff) doesn’t matter anyway, we begin to walk through the door of grace.
The church talks about tithing (10%), and so does the bible! Who caught the fact that I separated the church and the bible? Of course, they do go together (church and the bible), but the two terms are not necessarily interchangeable. My charge is to give 10% wherever you see the need (CLOSE TO YOU). If you know a child in the winter with a jacket on, you know they need a coat – Please BUY the CHILD a COAT; That’s TRULY a gift to G.O.D. Because he (God) needs that child to be warm and feel love. Otherwise, you would NOT be the one who sees the need. Your church will be fine.
I know people who have plenty, yet tight as girdles. They would NEVER consider giving anyone anything outside of their immediate church or circle; They will not part with their money, wisdom, or anything else but appear to be blessed. Chosen Visionaries are blessed to be a blessing to the masses, and they know it. As the creator of Urban Academics, I cannot call you Chosen! You must agree to the knowledge of that fact, or not all on your own.
Chosen Visionaries in the HOT-Seat
HOT-Seat Chosen Visionaries come from varying backgrounds and all walks of life. We celebrate each one in their collective and individual contribution to this content-creation and story-telling platform. These conversations are R.A.W., REAL, and RELEVANT, and there’s not another platform quite like this one. Consider joining us at the Urban Academics Roundtable every Thursday. There is a virtual (guided imagery) dinner party where the venue for Kings and Queens serves food suitable for the body, mind, and soul. It’s FREE, but you must register >>>
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HOT-Seat 81 Christmas Visions
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If you have comments or questions for this Chosen Visionary or Urban Academic Roundtable Co-Moderators, please post them in the comments section below. Thank you for reading, and may God continue to bless you and yours! If you have a story to tell, please inquire about the HOT-Seat at Urban Academics: Call Toll Today Free at 1.844.474.6674.
A Teacher’s Purpose can change from day to day; How to save money with a teacher’s purpose is another thing entirely. Sometimes minute by minute a circumstance or situation can change the dynamic no matter what you have planned. If you work with people, you must learn to be flexible if it’s not part of your anatomy. Anytime you have more than one person around, teaching can and must happen. The teacher’s purpose is certainly the driving force, but most often is developed over time based on who he or she is working for, or with and what outcomes are expected.
As the year ends and 2022 rings in, teachers are fighting for their lives and rights. There’s no one else on earth who should be paid more than teachers, but that’s not how we do things here in these United States of America, AKA (in the hood) the United States of America.
Because of the worldwide pandemic COVID-19, 20 and 21 teachers from all over the country have taken flight leaving their already over-burdened jobs. It appears that trillions of dollars have been thrown at education, but the truth is education has always been the front for urban growth and development for urban youth. The question is where did those dollars go? We know for certain others were NOT spent on helping early learners to know how to count, read, or write. NOW, we are here. We don’t have time to fight – Only to teach; Please let us?
A Teacher’s Purpose Defined
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What about Urban Academics?
At Urban Academics, we produce topical content that enables black, brown, poor, and other folks who live the inner-city urban experience. Each weekly segment features a new Chosen Visionary from all walks of life, sharing their stories of failure, success, tenacity, and more. Collectively, contributions to the world are significant. Chosen Visionaries do not run from worldwide pandemics but rather do all they can to chart their individual and collective course! Those who don’t give up ultimately find success, and here in this post, you will meet our next Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number SEVENTY-Nine (79).
How to Save Money With Teachers Purpuse?
Every governor in every state has the power to save money with a teacher’s purpose. Most educational entities are top-heavy because most of the roles are political. Therefore, sometimes the best answers are overlooked because the folks with them (ideas) are overworked, and are not able to sit in decision-making rooms. There are states that bring certain teachers into the mix to create comradery amongst the teaching profession, but that hardly cuts the grade because the numbers are not balanced.
If we took the summer months to design the school year, rather than the pseudo summer school programs carried on in our inner-city schools, we could re-purpose money floating it in the right direction for the same children, utilizing teachers working together answering a few key questions. I won’t answer those in this blog, but you can join us at the Urban Academics Roundtable to hear from Chosen VIsionary in HOT-Seat Number 82, Lady Linda Turner.
You save money when you understand a teacher’s purpose. Just allow him or her to do whatever they feel, in order to move a child from ZERO to HERO! If it doesn’t cross ethics or integrity, allow good teachers to go on and teach. After all, isn’t that what they should do – Teach?
Teachers Make The World Go Around – We should treat them right.
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Linda Turner, Certified Teacher, and Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number Eighty-Two (82)
Linda Taylor-Adebayo is a retired teacher who has worked as an educator for thirty-two years. She is a playwright, a poet, and an author. She has written many educational plays for children and adults. Many of her plays have focused on Black History, Kwanzaa, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and other Famous African Americans.
Linda has also written two Character Education-based Children’s Book Series entitled” AMAZING ANNABELLE and the sequel DARING DAVID. Each series has eleven chapter books that carry the main character through their third and fourth-grade school experience, from September to July, respectively.
Lady Linda continues to facilitate Book Club After-School Programs, focusing on Character Education, highlighting positive traits displayed by her two main characters from her book series. The importance of holidays and Lady Linda also explains the importance of holidays and special celebrations highlighted during the Book Club.
Here are just a few of her early learning titles
2022 and The Urban Academics Roudtable?
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If you have comments or questions for this Chosen Visionary or Urban Academic Roundtable Co-Moderators, please post them in the comments section below. Thank you for reading, and may God continue to bless you and yours! If you have a story to tell, please inquire about the HOT-Seat at Urban Academics: Call Toll Today Free at 1.844.474.6674.
A Teacher’s Purpose can change from day to day; How to save money with a teacher’s purpose is another thing entirely. Sometimes minute by minute a circumstance or situation can change the dynamic no matter what you have planned. If you work with people, you must learn to be flexible if it’s not part of your anatomy. Anytime you have more than one person around, teaching can and must happen. The teacher’s purpose is certainly the driving force, but most often is developed over time based on who he or she is working for, or with and what outcomes are expected.
As the year ends and 2022 rings in, teachers are fighting for their lives and rights. There’s no one else on earth who should be paid more than teachers, but that’s not how we do things here in these United States of America, AKA (in the hood) the United States of America.
Because of the worldwide pandemic COVID-19, 20 and 21 teachers from all over the country have taken flight leaving their already over-burdened jobs. It appears that trillions of dollars have been thrown at education, but the truth is education has always been the front for urban growth and development for urban youth. The question is where did those dollars go? We know for certain others were NOT spent on helping early learners to know how to count, read, or write. NOW, we are here. We don’t have time to fight – Only to teach; Please let us?
Christmas Hopes and Dreams for New Year 2022 in HOT-Seat Number 81
Christmas Hopes and Dreams at The Urban Academics Roundtable in HOT-Seat Number 81
Christmas Hopes and Dreams for New Year 2022 includes a cure for what ails the government, the worldwide pandemic, and the end to COVID-19. What’s more, there are millions of children who are almost two years behind in their academics, yet the powers that be don’t seem to know how to get much-needed tutorial services to the children who need it most. PIMOSH is enrolling now for individual (1:1) tutorial and academic services. Remember, the gift of education keeps giving! If you see a “C,” call me (Ms. Patrina) at 1.844.474.6674, or Email patrina@pimosh.net.
At Urban Academics, we produce topical content that enables black, brown, poor, and other folks who live the inner-city urban experience. Each weekly segment features a new Chosen Visionary from all walks of life, sharing their stories of failure, success, tenacity, and more. Collectively, contributions to the world are significant. Chosen Visionaries do not run from worldwide pandemics but rather do all they can to chart their individual and collective course! Those who don’t give up ultimately find success, and you will too. Become a Member at Urban Academics now!
This Week’s Christmas Edition Chosen Visionaries
Chosen Visionaries in HOT-Seats 1-80 (for HOT-Seat Number 81). from all over join the Urban Academics Roundtable to drop off Christmas Hopes and Dreams for New Year, 2022. You are welcome to lend your voice to this segment etched in holiday fabric forever. Share childhood memories you wish kids today knew, memories of loved ones gone, your favorite Holiday memory, or song. You are welcome. Happy HOLY-Days 2022 from Urban Academics.
Chosen Visionaries from 1-80 are in the HOT-Seat, as Number EIGHTY-ONE (81) sharing Christmas Hopes and Dreams for the new year, and you are invited to do the same, especially if you are “Chosen!”
Christmas Hopes and Dreams for New Year 2020 | HOT-Seat 81
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This week we are testing your winning skills; Are you good at winning? Winning anything brings about such a wonderful feeling of endorphins released into the brain making everything appear to be wonderful without worry insight. A Winning Streak is rare and comes with it much notoriety and respect. This week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number 81 is familiar with winning and has the stats to prove it.
How To Be Good At Winning:
According to Wikipedia, Winning is the state or condition of gaining, resulting in or relating to victory in a contest or competition; attractive; endearing; money won, especially by gambling. Here are some synonyms to get your juices flowing on how you can identify the winner in you:
adorable, appealing, attractive, beguiling, captivating, charming, conquering, cute, delightful, disarming, endearing, enchanting, engaging, first, irresistible, lovable, persuasive, pretty, successful, sweet, taking, top, triumphant, unbeaten, undefeated, unvanquished, vanquishing, victorious, winsome, and you if you are able to get the vision off the board and make it a reality in your life like our Chosen Visionary Numer 81.
Coach Robert Saulsbury is Good at Winning and is HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary Number 81!
At Urban Academics, we produce topical content that will enable black, brown, poor, and other folks who live the urban experience. Each weekly segment features a new Chosen Visionary from all walks of life, sharing their stories of failure, success, tenacity, and more. Collectively, contributions to the world are significant. Chosen Visionaries do not run from worldwide pandemics but rather do all they can to chart their individual and collective course! Those who don’t give up ultimately find success, and here in this post, you will meet our next Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number Eighty-One (81).
Differences Between Sportsmanship and Winning
Coach Robert Saulsbury (New Haven, CT) is Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number SEVENTY-EIGHT 81). He is a retired Head Coach, and the winningest coach ever at Wilbur Cross High School in New Haven, CT. He was the first African-American to coach on the high school level in the Elm City of New Haven. As Head Coach, Saulsbury led WilburCross High School to nine state championships through a career that spans more than thirty years, and In 2014, the Cross High School gym was re-named in his honor. Saulsbury is in the Wilbur Cross and Hillhouse High School Basketball Hall of Fames. He started as a player at Hillhouse before starting his coaching career.
“Dedicating of the school’s basketball court to the legendary Bob Saulsbury 28 years 497 games and 9 state championships. He coached hundreds of players, including Super John Williamson , and Earl Kelly!”
Keith Kuntz, News Anchor Sports Teams Channel 8
The Winningest Coach Gets His Own Gym
Coach Robert Saulsbury is Good at Winning and is HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary Number 81!
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What’s More About King Saulsbury?
Coach Saulsbury is loved by the city of New Haven, and his work amongst the youth over five generations goes down in history as one of the best who has ever done it (coach basketball)! Leadership is not necessarily built on winning, but it is certainly built with guts, and King Saulsbury is the example. At 92 years young, he is an example for us all, and we are glad to have him here with us at the table sharing his love for life and his concern for our young people.
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Do You Have Any Questions?
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FAILURE, to SUCCESS Shortcuts, leaves clues and a path towards that end. However, there a some who agree that there are no shortcuts to success; There’s a beaten path that all must follow. This post explores the easy way to reclaim your future and continue your path. This week’s segment of the Urban Academics Roundtable features a Chosen Visionary who had it (dreams fulfilled) and lost it ALL! She was a successful magazine editor and publisher, but her magazine folded due to the “journey” of success, leaving her heartbroken and her dreams crushed; This resembles failure and could have been the end to a successful career later had she given up totally.
What is Failure:
According to Wikipedia, Failure is the state or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective and may be viewed as the opposite of success. The criteria for failure depends on the context and may be relative to a particular observer or belief system. True, but when legitimate opportunities don’t turn out as planned, sometimes it’s difficult to determine whether the experience is good or bad based on our feelings. The only way to many times to no fault of our own we must plan again and start over, causing feelings of defeat and shame as if we have failed.
Depending on the type of loss or failure, it could be several different ways, but far too often, most people get stuck in their feelings first before taking another chance at achieving desired outcomes. Most people agree it’s far more challenging to experience failure when you are older than when you were young and didn’t have as much experience. Risk-taking was a little easier when there was little to no apprehension. After a while, as we age, we can apply wisdom to more situations, and sometimes based on feelings, we can self-sabotage. So, what’s so great about Chosen Visionary Number 78? Continue Reding.
Failure To Success Shortcuts – The Easy Way
At Urban Academics, we produce topical content that will enable black, brown, poor, and other folks who live the urban experience. Each weekly segment features a new Chosen Visionary from all walks of life, sharing their stories of failure, success, tenacity, and more. Collectively, contributions to the world are significant. Chosen Visionaries do not run from worldwide pandemics but rather do all they can to chart their individual and collective course! Those who don’t give up ultimately find success, and here in this post, you will meet our next Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number Seventy-Eight (78).
The Difference Between Failure and Success
Lady Alonia Jones (White Mountain, GA) is Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number SEVENTY-EIGHT 78). She is a Certified Life Coach, Communications Strategist, Humanitarian, Journalist, and Publisher at IMANI Magazine. Queen Alonia represents an estimable blend of inspirational speaking, print and broadcast journalism, personal, professional, and spiritual development. She is also the visionary leader of Dream 2 Destiny Enterprises (D2DE, LLC), Atlanta-based, full-service corporate communications and professional development company. She helps people realize their dreams and achieve their goals by building upon her five foundational principles for a purpose-driven living (service to God, service to man, accountability, integrity, and excellence). Queen Alonia is up next as Chosen Visionary NUmber 78 in the HOT-Seat!
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“At the close of my magazine, I was young, but it still felt like failure. Had I given up, I would never have achieved the level of success I have as an Award Winning Journalist alongside Susan Taylor of Essense Magazine, and Zane, Romance Author.”
Elder Alonia Jones (Stone Mountain, GA)
Failure To Success Shortcuts – The Easy Way
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What’s More About Queen Alonia?
When Queen Alonia is not conducting ministry, running her businesses, managing her teams, and somewhere running with a flowing cape in the wind with an “S” on her chest, she can quiet herself quickly by incorporating self-care. Her idea of pampering includes a nice body massage, manicure, pedicure, and a visit to the hairdresser. She is keen on keeping herself together from the inside out.
In the comments section below, you can keep the conversation about failure and success, the differences or similarities. You are welcome to ask specific questions for Queen Alonia or Urban Academics Team Members to keep the conversation going. Please be sure to share the Urban Academics Content on your social media feed. Our people need to be aware that plenty of Chosen Visionaries are doing great things on the earth.
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If you haven’t heard by now, GRATITUDE is Your Best Bet To Grow NOW! The best way to rid ourselves of toxic people, places, and things is to create a habit where gratitude is built into daily routines and thought processes.
There are several notable athletes and celebrities who have contributed to making this process a part of their everyday lives. Each person’s approach might be a little different, but you will understand why they believe the gift of gratitude has a world of benefit attached to it.
The definition of gratitude, according to Dictionary.Com, the term gratitutde is the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. As you can see the most popular sysnonym is thankful. Fitting for the Chosen’s Gratitue Project – A work in progress.
Here in this article, I share a few from folks you are familiar with, starting with one from Oprah Winfrey.
“If you think about the things you have, there’s always be enough. If you concentrate on the things you do not have – There’s never enough.”
Oprah Winfrey, International Philanthropist, TV Producer and Writer
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The Chosen’s Gratitude Project
HOT-Seat Seventy-SEVEN (77) is a Sepecial Edition Segment including Chosen Visionaries from all over sharing their own personal short stories of thanksgiving. Those short stories, after being produced will stream live on the Urban Academics Roundtable’s YouTube Channel. You can go ahead and subscribe to our channel now, by clicking here. This way, you will receive the notification when it goes live at 11:59 pm November 24, 20201 – The steam is scheduled to run live for a minimum of 24 hours.
Anyone in attendence who believes themselves to be a “Chosen Visionary” is welcome to add a personal short-story around how thanksgiving has been a pillar in their lives, that of their family, business, or work. Towards the end, the Q&A doors will swing open as always, where a Roundtable Talk follows. There is no right or wrong answers, opinions, or style around this meaningful and timely topic.
Writing questions down is a great way to get answers, and keeps you focused – This is recommended. Thinking through and writing down short tstory topics to share with the world might be a good approach for this segment on grtitude and thanksgiving.
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Karese Lequerre, RDH (Lake Worth, FL), Author, Entrepreneur, Orofacial Myologist Therapist, Founder at The Myo Spot, and Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 76 – Thursday at 9:30 pm (ET)!
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What’s More About Lady Karese Laguerre?
When Lady Karese is not running her businesses, managing her teams, and somewhere running with her flowing cape in the wind with an “S” on her chest, she can quiet herself easily by incorporating self-care.
If you have any thoughts or questions about this post, our chosen visionary, or Urban Academics Online in general, please leave them in the comments section below. May God continues to bless you; And thank you for reading.
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Who should attend? Administrators, C.E.O.s, Child Advocates, Civil Service Members, Content Creators, Educators, Entrepreneurs, First Responders, Guidance Counselors, Journalists, Mental Health Professionals, Parents, Political Figures, Students, Upward Mobile Professionals, School Systems Interested in Change, Teachers, and People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher (PIMOSH.) Subsidiaries. GRAB a Seat HERE. For more information on past Chosen Visionaries in the HOT-Seat, CLICK HERE.
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Why My OROFACIAL MYOLOGIST THERAPIST, Is Better Than Yours because she will be sitting in the HOT-Seat as a Chosen Visionary. She’ll be sharing the terms Oro-Facial Myology – Physical Therapy regarding facial muscles.
Finding an Orofacial Myologist Therapist (on the web) is easier than you think; Here’s why mine (my Orofacial Myologist Therapist) is better than yours: You can meet her live with Q&A asking as many questions as you want on Thursday? She’s at the Urban Academics Roundtable this week as a Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 76! We are incredibly excited to have an Orofacial Myologist Therapist in our midst making sure we are learning something of value that’s both new and innovative as a practice.
HOT-Seat Seventy-Four (76) is Karese Laguerre, RDH, Author, Entrepreneur, Orofacial Myologist Therapist, and the Founder of The Myo Spot (Lake Worth, FL), which is a practice aimed at amplifying oral wellness to whole-body wellness and has helped hundreds of patients, children, and adults alike discover how great life can be functioning on full.
Karese Lequerre, RDH (Lake Worth, FL), Author, Entrepreneur, Orofacial Myologist Therapist, Founder at The Myo Spot, and Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 76 – Thursday at 9:30 pm (ET)!
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What is a Orofacial Myologist Therapist?
Karese Laguerre, RDH is an Orofacial Myologist Therapist and Founder of The Myo Spot (Lake Worth, FL). Lady Karese is here at Urban Academics Roundtable sharing this exciting field of dentistry while helping us to understand holistic health approaches to everyday ailments and conditions, including dental (oral) hygiene and the muscles that go along with them.
“The best way to describe it is therapy for the muscles in your face, but surrounding the mouth.”
Karese Laguerre, RDH and Founder of The Myo Spot *Lake Wales, FL)
At the end of the live segment, Lady Karese will dive into Q&A and the conversation is open for anyone in attendance to participate in this talk with her or his ideas and thoughts. There is no right or wrong answer where there is a genuine conversation about a meaningful topic. Writing your questions down is a great way to get answers, and keeps you focused – This is recommended.
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Karese Lequerre, RDH (Lake Worth, FL), Author, Entrepreneur, Orofacial Myologist Therapist, Founder at The Myo Spot, and Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 76 – Thursday at 9:30 pm (ET)!
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What’s More About Lady Karese Laguerre?
When Lady Karese is not running her businesses, managing her teams, and somewhere running with her flowing cape in the wind with an “S” on her chest, she can quiet herself easily by incorporating self-care.
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This week at the Urban Academics Roundtable, We Are Celebrating the Milestone of 75 HOT-Seat Segments filled with Chosen Visionaries from all over! We are incredibly excited to have a Spiritual Physician here Now! Not only to celebrate this tremendous Milestone but to assist us in real-time assessment around our health as an online platform designed to share stories that matter to black, brown, poor, and others living the urban experience across the United States.
HOT-Seat Seventy-Four (75) is Dr. Andrea Perez, Creator of The Spiritual Physician online health and wellness platform, Founder and Medical Director at Health Development & Restorative Medicine, PC (NYC, NY). Join us at The Urban Academics Roundtable for this Milestone 75th HOT-Seat Segment if you need a spiritual physician now.
Dr. Andrea Perez, The Spiritual Physician, is HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary 75; She is the CEO, Founder and Medical Director at Health Development & Restorative Medicine, PC (NYC, NY)
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Dr. Andrea Perez is The Spiritual Physician, and she’s available now, in person or virtual (CLICK HERE) for a consult. Basic Q&A is at the end of the segment, so writing your questions down is a great way to get answers. The guest of honor (HOT-Seat 75) is an urban medicine woman and a spiritual physician. Her story of overcoming a blow to the ego through heartbreak compelled her to use the pain to open her medical practice in New York.
Dr. Andrea believes in the power of personal energy and sees it as a force within itself. And if channeled correctly, it will manifest anything you want in this life.
“Self care must be regular, or at least consistent. Fore me, it’s nature attunement – Nature walks, being in the forest – Being silent, hearing the crunching of grass and twigs under my feet; running in an open field, and massages are good.”
Dr. Andrea Peres, The Spiritual Physician
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Dr. Andrea Perez, The Spiritual Physician, is HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary 75; She is the CEO, Founder and Medical Director at Health Development & Restorative Medicine, PC (NYC, NY)
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What’s More About The Spiritual Physician?
When Dr. Andrea Perez is not running her businesses, managing her teams, and somewhere running with her cape flowing in the wind and an “S” on her chest, she can quiet herself by incorporating self-care consistently.
What does self-care look like for Dr. Andrea? “It’s Nature attunements, nature walks, being in the forest – Being silent, hearing the crunching of grass and twigs under my feet; running in an open field, and a message is so good.”
According to this particular urban medical woman, AKA The Spiritual Physician, when the time comes for relaxation, she is most likely happy at home in NYC with her family and dog if she’s not out into nature.
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CANCER AND A NURSE Works Only Under These Conditions; With the Cancer Revival 2021 (ALL Cancer Matters) Finale. When folks attend nursing or medical school, they hardly ever see themselves as the patient. Can you imagine your life’s Work also becoming a fight for your life?
This week at the Urban Academics Roundtable’s, Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Seventy-Four (74) is a Queen with RN and BSN Degrees and yet found herself A NURSE with Cancer! How does this Work? Under what conditions is this possible? Could it be the consolation of breast implants after cancer? Of course, but it wasn’t as easy as it sounds – The pain was unbearable.
ALL Cancer Matters – The Cancer Revival 2021 Series ContinuesWith a Nurse Who Had Cancer and Beat It; Now She’s Living Her Best Life
A Candid Discussion on Cancer and a Nurse with Judith M, Watson, Army Veteran, RB, BSN, MPH, CEO Mt. Vernon Neighborhood Health Center. and Breast Cancer Survivor (Mt. Vernon, NY) is HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary 74, Thursdays at 9:30 pm (EDT)
Cancer and a Nurse wraps up the October FInale with Cancer-Talk Blogs and Podcasts. Fall under this heading because they all take something away from your life. Cancer never leaves. There’s no cure. However, Chosen Visionaries in these Special Edition HOT-Seats share intimate cancer story journeys and tell stories worth sharing. Lady Judith M. Watkins is the HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary who is a cancer survivor and an RN, BSN, and MPH; She’s seen it from both sides yet rose above it to become the victorious survivor she is.
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Cancer and a Nurse with Judith M, Watson, Army Veteran, RN, BSN, MPH, CEO Mt. Vernon Neighborhood Health Center. and Breast Cancer Survivor (Mt. Vernon, NY)
Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat SEVENTY-THREE (74) is Judith W. Watson (Mt. Vernon, NY). She migrated to the United States at seven (7) and settled into Whiteplains, NY, where she grew up. After high school graduation, she enlisted in the US Army stationed on Ford Island in Hawaii for three (3) years; Then joined the Army Reserves. She served actively in reserves for seven (7) years, ultimately achieving the rank of Sergeant E-5.
Queen Judith has served in many capacities during her tenure, including varying levels of nursing. She has served as the Executive Director at Greenburgh Health Center site and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Mount Vernon Neighborhood Health Center, all of which has led to her current CEO position. She’s a Breast Cancer Survivor and here to share it.
Queen Judith’s mom is also a breast cancer survivor, where she experienced firsthand mom’s struggle daily to get through the disease. As a Breast Cancer Survivor, she’s happy to say her double mastectomy was a journey to her dream of a beautiful pair of lady lumps (breasts) by way of implants due to her chosen surgery.
Watching her mom lose all her hair was the more challenging thing for her. A non-traditional breast cancer VICTOR in that she avoided chemotherapy, hair loss, and radiation treatment, a consolation prize along with her breast implants, which makes Queen Judith’s after cancer experience a great one to follow. Here’s a story worth sharing.
As a nurse, she recommends that everyone get the COVID-19 Vaccine and believes it to be in the best interest of everyone involved. In her role as CEO at Mt. Vernon Neighborhood Health Center, she’s giving away a $100 gift card to every individual who accepts the Vaccine while supplies last ($20,000).
A Breast Cancer Journey Through Song, by Trina Preach
Recent U.S. Breast Cancer Statistics?
“In 2021, an estimated 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in women in the U.S., along with 49,290 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer. About 2,650 new cases are expected to be diagnosed in men in 2021. About 43,600 women are expected to die in U.S. in 2021 from breast cancer.”
American Cancer Society
Causes of Breast Cancer (American Cancer Society)
The exact cause is not known, and there is no cure; No vaccine. The risk factors include, but are not limited to:
Age over 40
Environmental Factors (exposure to radiations)
Family History
Hormonal Changes
Lifestyle, including excess of alcohol consumption
Long-tern contraceptive use
Menarhe: Having periods at younger age and menopause at an older age
When Queen Judith M Watson is not Cancer and a Nurse, running around with the “S” on her chest with a cape flying behind her, saving the world, she is happy spending quality time with her higher power, who she calls GOD. She and her mother are inseparable, and her favorite aunt together is referred to as her parents.
George, her significant other for 11 years, and her friends and mentors – They help her get through everything. Time is limited, but when she finds time, she spends it with family and friends. Jogging and meditation are also amongst her favorite things – Also sitting at home watching a movie with George. If you have thoughts or questions, please leave them in the comments section below.
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What Makes PROSTATE BIOPSY AGE That Different? It’s probably a matter of mindset! However, research shows one is considered a young patient if diagnosed with prostate cancer under the age of 54; The average age is 60.
This week at the Urban Academics Roundtable we continue with the Cancer Revival (ALL Cancer Matters) Take Your Life Back Series; And with a male’s perspective – Don’t Miss it
ALL Cancer Matters – The Cancer Revival 2021 – Get Up & Take Your Life Back Series ContinuesWith HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary 73 and the Door to Season 7!
Cancer Revival at Urban Academics Roundtable Thursdays at 9 pm
Many men worry about their prostate when they get to a certain age, but the week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 73 (Season 7)
Here’s another story worth sharing featuring Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number SEVENTY-THREE, which also makes this guest speaker the DOOR (first episode) to season SEVEN – At the age of fifty-nine, took one month off and then took his life back!
Cancer Revival is At it Again!
Cancer Revival is the art of Taking Your Life Back! All cancers fall under this heading because they all take something away from your life. Cancer never entirely leaves you from surgery to treatment and long-term side effects, whether active or in remission. It becomes a life-long part of its possessed body. However, Chosen Visionaries in these Special Edition HOT-Seats share how they went through trying times during their cancer journey and are here to tell stories worth sharing.
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James E Wright, Sr. is The Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 74, and Door (First Episode) to Season 7
This week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat SEVENTY-THREE (73) and the Door for Season Number SEVEN (7) is King James E. Wright, Sr. (New Haven, CT). He is a youth and high school basketball & football coach, and Youth Coordinator at New Haven Public Schools. He is also a prostate cancer survivor here to share how at the age of 59 was ab;e yo undergo a prostatectomy and bounce back in just over 30-days.
He Continues the Urban Academics Roundtable’s “Cancer Revival 2021 (ALL Cancer Matters) Get Up & Take Your Life Back Series” Week III. Don’t Miss It – Join us, Thursday, October 21, 2021, at 9:30 pm EDT (Canada & USA).
A Breast Cacer Journey Through Song, by Trina Preach
Does Prostate Age Make A Difference?
Prostate cancer is considered rare in men younger than 40, and usually occurs more frequently amongst men starting at about age 50 – Again, the most common age is 60. It depends on a number of factors, but age is significant in the diagnosis and the treatment of the disease.
“Different cancers have different risk factors. Some risk factors, like smoking, can be changed. Others, like a person’s age or family history, can’t be changed.”
When King James E Wright, Sr. is not running around with an “S” on his chest saving the world, he’s watching the game, with family and friends eating good food and smoking a good cigar – Usually at home. He has been married to Denise A Wright for almost 35-years, they have five (5) Eight grand-sons, and one granddaughter who is All Wright!
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In 10 Minutes, I’ll Give You The Truth About CANCER Q AND A, and more. This segment is about ALL Cancers; They each should be celebrated and despised. Here, we discuss who should be answering your questions first, and who should wait until after the basic frequently asked questions have been resolved.
Because Breast Cancer Awareness gets most of the attention during this month of October, I re-iterate ALL Cancer Matters! In 10 minutes, you will agree that Cancer Revival 2021 is the platform making Cancer Q & A more accessible than ever. Each week for October, there’s a new Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Sea doing a LIVE Q & A Session at the end of their Cancer-Journey-Story.
ALL Cancer Matters – The Cancer Revival 2021 – Get Up & Take Your Life Back Series ContinuesWith HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary 72 and Anchor to Season 6!
Getting your questions answered honestly and truthfully by medical professionals can sometimes get confusing, especially to newly diagnosed patients. Be sure to write them down (your questions), and do NOT forget both your list and ask your questions. It’s best to take someone with you to your appointment and use your cell phone to record Q & A between you and your doctor.
Here’s another story worth sharing featuring Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number SEVENTY-TWO, which also makes this guest speaker the ANCHOR (last episode) to season SIX – These are exciting times!
Cancer Revival is Going Under to Rise Again!
Cancer Revival is the art of Taking Your Life Back! All cancers fall under this heading because they all take something away from your life. Cancer never entirely leaves you from surgery to treatment and long-term side effects, whether active or in remission. It becomes a life-long part of its possessed body.
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Apostle Sherol Larkin is The Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 72, and Anchor (Final Episode of Season 6)
This week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat SEVENTY-TWO (72) and Anchor for Season Number SIX (6) is Pastor Sherol Larkin (Lake Wales, FL). Pastor Sherol is a “Key to the City of Lake Wales” recipient and Grand Marshal of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade. She also has her own Sherol D. Larkin Holiday and several other honors for community outreach efforts; she gives GOD all credit and praises!
She Continues the Urban Academics Roundtable’s “Cancer Revival 2021 – Get Up & Take Your Life Back Series” Week II. Don’t Miss It – Join us tonight, Thursday, October 14, 2021, at 9:30 pm EDT (Canada & USA).
A Breast Cacer Journey Through Song, by Trina Preach
What About Cancer Q & A
Power is something one must embrace! Much of the definition and synonyms to the word must be possessed. If you lack power over your circumstances or yourself, you need an appointment with Dr. Reaves. You can also read books, and the one below features Dr. Pam Reaves, Author.
When Apostle Sherol is not running around with an “S” on her chest saving the world, she’s pampering herself with a mani-pedi. She also enjoys reading, resting, adoring beautiful things, peaceful environments, and traveling.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but almost forgotten since the onset of the National Pandemic knowns as Caronavirus! It might be a good time to review what we can ALL do about Cancer right now? There’s one common thread amongst cancer survivors everywhere; Why Just Breasts?
October, before COID-19 hit, was the most popular brand of Cancer, but why? Do the others matter less or make less money? It appears that Breast Cancer, because it affects more women than men, and because it is rare for poor people to get the care they need, starting from the mammogram, it’s a good fit for commercialism – Like all the other wide-spread cash cows targeting women. We can do now about Cancer to honor everyone, regardless of which Cancer diagnosis.
Instead of focusing on Breast Cancer alone, this month, we are calling for A Cancer Revival – Get Up & Get Your Life Back Series! Kicking Off this Special Edition Cancer Series is Lady Jean Turner, the Urban Academics Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number Seventy-one (71). She is cancer (Lung) survivor and is here to share her story of triumph and perseverance. Breast Cancer, for any survivor or family member, is sensitive. However, I too have questions around what makes breast cancer “appear” as the number one cancer type? In October, the entire world turns pink, which has little to nothing to do with its patients or victims.
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CANCER DEFINED …
~ Cancer is a NOUN: a disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body, “He’s got cancer;” A malignant growth or tumor resulting from the division of abnormal cells. “most skin cancers are curable;” A practice or phenomenon perceived to be evil or destructive and hard to contain or eradicate.” gambling is Cancer sweeping across the nation!”
Nurse Jean Turner is The Chosen VIsionary in HOT-Seat 71
Lady Jean Turner, RN, is Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number 71. Minister Jean Turner doubles as a nurse helping folks reach their maximum wellness capacity and be the healthiest version of themselves that they can be. She’s an Author, Board Certified Holistic RN & Wellness Expert, Global Speaker, Licensed Minister, Podcaster, Radio Personality, Retired Army & Iraqi War Veteran, and the Chief Wellness Officer of “Spirit of a Warrior Life Enterprises, LLC.” Her focus is on helping others excel in their wellness journey (with particular emphasis on those battling heart disease, diabetes, and Cancer).
Under her business umbrella, Jean uses the mediums of radio and podcasting (Health Chat w/Coach Jean Show), 1:1 and group wellness coaching sessions, non-fiction books, workbooks, and signature wellness programs that afford her clients the ability to exceed their intended results. Tenured in the nursing profession for over three decades, Jean utilizes a holistic approach to empower her clients to take charge of their health: Body, Mind, and Spirit.
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The Holistic Health Experience for Women AND the Men in our lives. Many, determined not to go through another year of feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and tired of being “sick and tired.” Society can make them believe their wellness goals are unobtainable! The summit aims to simplify the road to wellbeing and equip attendees with help to make small, consistent lifestyle changes.
Those who attend this life-changing summit will leave with a renewed focus, the tools, and strategies needed to become empowered to change their lifestyle and
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Cancer vs Overall Health?
Cancer is a disease located on the inside of our bodies – We cannot see it, like an illusion, unless, of course, you or someone you know has been diagnosed with it. Moreover, having lived through it yourself or caring for and with someone makes it impossible to get over. Years later – After the diagnosis, chemotherapy, and radiation, the side effects linger on, sometimes indefinitely. Lady Jean is a board-certified nurse and Wholistic DO NOT Miss This Cancer Revival – Every Thursday in October, right here at Urban Academics.
Some definitions call it evil or a plague, and I’m sure we can all look at some of our experiences and equate them to “evil” on some level. Cancer is known to eat up a person’s inside organs, which causes death. Have you ever been in a relationship where you knew it was beating the life out of you, but for some reason, you continued in it (the relationship)? The same cycle your body will go through on the inside; The only difference is Cancer, in its purest sense, can kill you (murder)! While the cancers of this world, those are living outside of us, are merely making us feel like dying. There is a difference.
We can do about Cancer now to help others who are experiencing the effects of it, share our own experiences about it with the world, and allow GOD to heal us from the inside out. No one wants to endure Cancer of any kind, but please know, ALL Cancer Matters!
The Cancer Revival – Get Up and Get Your Life Back Series targets folks with health-related Cancer and the spiritual cancers that plaque the world daily with wars and rumors of wars. We can win the fight against Cancer if we stick together! Lady Jean Turner will share her “Lung” Cancer Story related to the work she is doing now. Please join us. There are even Breast Cancer Songs – You Can Listen or Download NOW!
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Breast Cancer A cancer that develops in the breast cells and progresses in stages. Few early symptoms may include new lump in the underarm or in breast, itching or discharge from the nipples, and skin texture change of the nipple or breast.
Colon Cancer Cancer that begins in the last part of the digestive tract-colon (large intestine).
Lung Cancer: Cancer which begins in the cells of the lung.
Lymphoma A cancer of the lymphatic system of the body involving immune cells. This causes swelling of lymph nodes in neck, armpit or groin, fever, night sweats, difficulty in breathing and weight loss.
Melanoma A type of skin cancer which develops from the cells (melanocytes) that control pigment of the skin.
Prostate Cancer A cancer of the prostate gland, a part of the male reproductive system. Prostate is a small walnut-shaped gland in males that produces the seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm. This causes blood in urine, blood in semen, painful ejaculation and erectile dysfunction.
Skin Cancer A condition that causes abnormal growth of skin cells.
Stomach Cancer A cancer that develops from the inner lining of the stomach. It causes bloating stomach pain, difficulty in swallowing, nausea, vomiting, fatigue and weight loss.
And Many More …
More About Balance After Cancer?
When Lady Jean is not running around with the “S” on her chest and Saving the World, she does more of the same in her spare time – Continues taking care of others. Sharing her gifts with the world is what brings the calmest to her. Nurse Jean’s cancer came after retiring from the US Military – Who knew? But within a year of going through this life-changing experience, she continues running her race sharing what it takes to get what you see more than what you want. There is a difference.
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Leadership sometimes can be a relative term because many people see it differently. However, there are norms associated with the word – In 6 months, we may be looking for those we’ve nominated and voted for to provide answers they may not have.
Within eighteen months, the entire world turned inside out and upside down – Without warning! America is ripe for a miracle, and people everywhere need a break – Especially where leadership is concerned. Some should re-visit their leadership style, while others do not lead in the first place. While leadership in the United States runs scared, it’s difficult to project six months from now, but we must plan on some level if we are to survive; And a little kindness from those in power might help? It will depend on leaders we’ve voted for and put into office – Before, during, and after COVID-19.
A new dispensation means something has changed either in how and what we do differently. With that comes uncertainty, yet a fantastic opportunity for citizens to stand up and be leaders in their business, community, home, and school. Over the next six months, many would experience unprecedented growth – With many leaders under pressure, it may be a good time to differentiate between leadership styles and management – Leadership outreach and unity, unlocked during a worldwide pandemic.
Leadership opportunities and outreach to the youth of this generation who are ready to take their power, making commitments to themselves to lead if elected officials refuse to stand. It was the best. This week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat NUmber 70 was born to lead, has the credentials to prove it, and is coming to The Urban Academics Roundtable to share his experience and wisdom learned through various leadership roles.
“Leadership! Failure to lead, Failure to organize, Failure to galvanize! This is what leaders do. We speak out, we organize, we influence; We make it happen. We don’t have that now, but I believe that there’s a new day coming in America, and we must stand together (Unity).”
Dr. Shon Neyland, Retired Colonel (US Airforce), Non-Profit CEO, and Sr. Pastor at Highland Christian Center (HCC), Portland, OR
So, where will leadership be in the next six months? Here at The Urban Academics Roundtable, we’re looking forward to hearing the leadership kindness of this week’s Chosen VIsionary in the HOT-Seat Number 70! He will unlock the unity hidden in your heart with knowledge, wisdom with valuable take-aways for leadership in organizational behaviors, leadership kindness, leadership styles in management, and leadership unity.
In addition, this Air Force Ranks Officer, during his interactive Q & A segment answers questions with kindness, providing real-time answers, and. It’s ALWAYS FREE, and you should register HERE.
Leadership defined …
(Leadership): The action of leading a group of people or an organization.” different styles of leadership;” The state or position of being a leader
Synonyms include, but are not limited to administration, ascendancy, authority, captaincy, command, control, direction, government, guidance, headship, governorship. governance, influence, initiative, jurisdiction, organization, superintendence, supervision, rule, power, management, mastery, domination, dominion, orchestration, premiership, sovereignty
Some are born, and some are made – Pick One!
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Dr. Shon Neyland is The Chosen VIsionary in HOT-Seat 70
Dr. Shon Neyland is the Senior Pastor of Highland Christian Center (HCC), Portland, Oregon. Highland is a large, diverse, and growing church with over 600 members. Dr. Neyland is a Senior Executive Leader who honed his skills in the military over a 35-year career, retiring as a Colonel in the US Air Force. As the Senior Pastor of Highland, he leads a vast ministry comprised of 14 paid employees, over sixty-five (65) churches, an annual budget of $850K, and manages facilities valued over $7M.
Dr. Neyland is also the CEO of Highland Haven. This nonprofit organization provides education, community outreach, and improved health outcomes for youth and adults in underserved communities. As the CEO of Highland Haven, he leads a Board of Directors in managing a $600K budget annually, with 5 Program Directors and five Contractors.
Leadership and Colonel in the US Airforce are Synonymous
Dr. Neyland is a Retired Colonel in the US Airforce. It’s challenging to attain this military rank; Leaders only should apply.
Climbing the ranks starts from the captain, major, lieutenant colonel (middle field grade), and finally to colonel, the most senior field grade military officer rank directly below the rank of brigadier general. You do not get to this level without impeccable leadership skills, evident to higher-ranking US Military officers.
Becoming a Colonel is NOT an Easy Task
There are no shortcuts in the US Military – Everything meticulously calculated, disciplined and structured – Combined with developmental training, Dr. Neyland is a product of this environment. He rose in leadership as a high-ranking officer. Traditionally, colonels have a minimum of twenty-two years of service and at least three years of service as a lieutenant colonel before being promoted. Colonel – selects will also complete additional training to be enabled.
Dr. Neyland enlisted in the military in 1984 as a Logistic Management Specialist. He was commissioned as an officer in 1991. Upon commissioning, Dr. Neyland served as a Nuclear Missile Launch Operator and in Space Operations. Dr. Neyland was licensed into the ministry in 1988, ordained in 1990 with the Church of God in Christ, and became an Air Force Chaplain in 1999. He has pastored several large congregations and at one time was the Senior Pastor of the largest worship service in the Air Force with over 5,000 in attendance weekly – With Signs & Wonders Following Him.
Before coming to Highland Christian Center, Dr. Neyland served 20 years as a Senior Pastor in a variety of capacities in the Air Force, including Command Chaplain for Pacific Air Forces, Command Chaplain for Air Force Materiel Command, Deputy Commandant for the Chaplain Corps College, and as Chaplain Corps Deputy Chief of Plans and Programs in the Pentagon.
Leadership is a journey and not a sprint – Dr. Neyland has proven this time and time again. Here in this video, hear his heart and passion for the country and its lack of leadership in county unity. My question is whether there is a lack of leadership or a shift in leadership happening as we speak? Take a listen and decide for yourself (10 minutes):
What’s More?
Dr. Shon Neyland is a true patriot who loves serving God and the people with leadership kindness. He honed his skills over the years and has taught and preached around the globe.
He is married (35-Years) to whom he refers, “The Love Of My Life), First Lady Madeline Neyland, the former Director of the Women’s Ministry at HCC. She has degrees/licenses in Cosmetology, and Medical Assisting, and she is a credential minister of the Gospel and spirit-filled songstress.
Lady Madeline has led a plethora of worship teams, choirs, given concerts as a soloist, co-led workshops, and launched a women’s ministry in Hawaii in 2001 that is still in effect today. Her ministry has brought hope and healing to thousands in her illustrious career. They are blessed and serving God together in life and ministry.
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There are several important things you need to know about Halloween 2021, and in this article, I’ll share most it not all – BUT it’s more important that you remember last year and the terrible loss of loved ones during the heat of an international Pandemic. The most important of them all is to be careful and stay safe!
If you are were sick last year when the COVID-19 Pandemic canceled Halloween, you are in good luck! Halloween 2021 is on a Poppin! If you’re like most folks who look forward to this day, you’ve already been buying lit pumpkins for your yard, spider-webs for the front yard, and candy for the kids. Check out the following and get your shopping done now!
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What is Halloween Anyway?
Halloween is a celebration the night of October 31, the eve of the Western Christian’s All Saints’ Day, commonly celebrated by children and adults who dress in costume and go door-to-door asking for bags of candy. Children especially get a pass to take for themselves as much sugar and sweet stuff as they can, with no argument from parents nor teachers.
That’s the simple and United States truth about Halloween, but here are some other facts that will help you decipher the phenomenon:
The name we observe now, Halloween, has originally spelled Hallowe’en – A mesh between All Hallows Eve, the day before All Hallows Day. Today people are more familiar with and refer to it as All Saints Day, a Catholic holiday commemorating Christian saints and martyrs. You may not find any Halloween Decorations at the home of most Christians, but they are many times passing out candy to children.
Some folks (even historians) agree that the celebration came from a particular day celebrated by the Ancient Druids, educated or priestly class of the Celtic religion.
The Christian Position on Halloween
The word Halloween or Hallowe’en dates back to about 1745 and is of definitely Christian origin. Christianity and the church, in general, have changed drastically over time. As we’ve seen during the COVID-19 Pandemic, ever-changing evolved into Bed Side Baptist (Home) for many devout Christians, who see no reason to return to traditional church practices.
The word “Hallowe’en” means “Saints’ Evening.” It comes from a Scottish term for All Hallows’ Eve (the evening before All Hallows’ Day). There are several ways they spell this.
The Bible, as far as I know, does not mention Halloween. However, the Bible does say the following: “There must never be anyone among you who . . . consults ghosts or spirits, or calls up the dead.” (Deuteronomy 18:10-12) While some view Halloween as harmless fun, the Bible indicates that some of its practices are not.
Historically, its roots are pagan, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that if Christians “celebrate” Halloween, they are pagans. Christians are attempting to live a life void of pagan practices, something challenging to do in the US, where every other month is a significant Holiday costing money to participate. Dressing up with friends or handing out candy on Halloween is NOT a sin on October 31st – Unless, of course, it’s a sin on any other day.
Is Halloween a National Holiday?
The argument is as old as the event (no holiday) itself. For some, the thought around how many people celebrate and observe the October 31st date and how much money (over 73 billion dollars annually) s, it should be a National Holiday.
Well, let us think about it for a moment – If Halloween were a National Holiday, how would children all over the world wear their beautiful, gory, and outrageous costumes throughout school and work hallways? It may not be as much fun to parade around your neighborhood. You might miss someone’s potential to go viral if the right camera picked them up at the right time.
On the flip side of this argument, it’s true capitalists understand how much money consumers spend between Thanksgiving and Christmas than any other time of year. However, third to Mother’s & Valentine’s Day is no doubt Halloween. Some argue because of this; if folks were allowed the day off, they could spend even more money on the scariest day of the year. What are your thoughts? Please leave them in the comments section.
The Single Most Important Thing You Need To Know About HALLOWEEN 2021
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) released recommendations for Halloween 2021; Here’s a quote from their website:
“The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is encouraging people to stay away from most of the fun activities connected to Halloween. Its recommendation? No trick-or-treating, no costume masks, no indoor costume parties or haunted houses. The health agency says those are all high-risk activities.”
Center For Disease Control
It is important to know, but even more so to remember the truth about COVID-19 and its new Variant. The above quote, for those who celebrate Halloween by attending parties, but I know black, brown, and poor folks who will have a hard time complying with the recommendation. Sometimes I wonder why they bother with statements like this; If they don’t want young people to congregate in crowds, they should have closed the country.
It’s hard enough for most of us to follow new mandates. So, my recommendation is if you want to attend a party this year and cannot help but to attend, like high-schoolers and college students, please remember the skills you’ve learned over the last year and a half. Stay socially distanced (6-feet away) from folks knowingly or unbeknownst with a COVID-19 diagnosis. Another thing to be mindful of those who are A-Sympotamic, yet have been diagnosed with the deadly virus. Also, wearing a mask is a great idea regardless of whether you are vaccinated or not. Here are some festive for Halloween. Enjoy!
POWER is cometh this week to The Urban Academics Roundtable; it introduces Dr. Pam Reaves, Author, College Lecturer, POWER Coach, and Speaker. She’s sharing the Secret Code To the POWER you seek is here, and Yours, Free!
Dr. Reaves is the Urban Academics Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number Sixty-Nine (69). She is transitioning from corporate executive to POWER Coach; Another story worth sharing. We can accomplish very little in this life if we cannot stand up for something specific.
Power defined …
NOUN: The ability to do something or act in a particular way, especially as a faculty or quality.” the power of speech;” the capacity or ability to direct or influence the behavior of others or the course of events. “she had me under her power;” physical strength and force exerted by something or someone. “the power of the storm;” Energy produced by mechanical, electrical, or other means and used to operate a device. “generating power from waste.”
Synonyms include, but are not limited to: ability, advantage, ascendancy, authority, capacity, capability, competence, control, dominance, edges, energy, faculty, force, forcefulness, influence, might, potential, potentiality, powerfulness, pressure, prestige, property, rank, say, standing, sway, vigor, weight, weightage, and many variations of each.
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Dr. Pam Reaves is The Chosen VIsionary in HOT-Seat 69
Pam Reaves, Ph.D. She harnessed most of her superpowers (outside of education) in her fifties and is now living her best life as an Author, Certified Coach, College Professor, Public Speaker, and President & CEO of Nella, LLC (Owning Mills, MD). Dr. Pamela Reaves joins the Urban Academics Roundtable to move folks into their purposeful POWER. According to Dr. Reaves, everyone should operate Positional POWER, but my question is, what does that look like in real life? How do we operationalize it (the power)?
Power is something one must embrace! Much of the definition and synonyms to the word must be possessed. If you lack power over your circumstances or yourself, you need an appointment with Dr. Reaves. You can also read books, and the one below features Dr. Pam Reaves, Author.
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When Dr. Pam Reaves is not out saving the world wearing a cape with an “S” on her chest, she’s somewhere around Owing Mills, Maryland, where she resides with Reginald Scriber, Sr. You can ask Dr. Reaves a question in the comments section below, and she will get back to you.
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There are lots of people who make mistakes with TREATING POLYMYOSITIS, are you one? That’s a common dilemma and probably boils down to the fact that it’s not as common a condition as other attacks of muscles; It’s attacking both sides of your body – UGH.
This week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number 68 is a survivor of a life-threatening muscle disease – After seventeen (17) years, he’s back, living his best life, and here to tell it! Those at The Urban Academics Roundtable are in for a treat (Thursday at 9:30 PM-EDT) to understand the debilitating effects of POLYMYOSITIS and how it almost destroyed his life. Still, he’s back with a story worth sharing.
Polymyositis is an inflammatory disease affecting the muscles on both sides of your body. It’s rare (Affecting less than 200,000 people in the United States), But polymyositis is more common in black folks than the white counterparts.
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It may sound counter-intuitive, but if your muscles are what’s wrong, you’ve got to find a way to use them (your muscles). For God’s sake, don’t just sit there and wait for them *your muscles) to lock. No! Get as much use out of them (your muscles) as much use as possible. Then do that same thing for everything else in your life that is a pain in the butt! Every little bit counts, but move it.
Nutrition (Eating Right):
Eating everything people say is healthy may not be healthy for your particular ailment. It would be best if you found out what your situation is taking away from a healthy report. For example, if your body is low in potassium, eating foods with more iron may not necessarily help your body in its current state of unrest (illness) to realign itself with a proper diet.
When it comes to swallowing – Diet also comes into play, one of the major concerns for folks living with this disease. You don’t want to put a strain on vocal cords, so you should be careful only to consume foods you know you can chew – No one else is going to do that for you unless you are a baby, and I doubt that. You’ve got to learn how to take care of yourself, right?
Spiritual Healing:
Your energy (frequency) by and with yourself is the most crucial part of healing. It would help if you believed it’s already inside of you, that your body is a healing machine quick to rescue, fixing anything inward that’s broken or hurting. You have every right to shake your head and start over, sometimes again and again. Get around people’s places and things that inspire the best of you instead of reminding you about past mistakes and problems. Those things have already happened, in the past where you can leave them.
“it was almost like meditation is taboo for black people. Meditation for me has been good – I want to show other people how. I looked up information on being certified for $3,000.00, but there was a scholarships for folks in less likely communities. O applied and 2-weeks late received a scholarship. Two Hundred Hour Course regarding our inner and outer self. I felt empowered and I’ve got to share with others.”
When King Boozer is not out saving the world with an “S” on his chest, he’s doing his best to stay active and healthy. He recommends you do the same regardless of your age.
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Cash flow in any small business is the lifeblood of your company’s mission and overall vision. If you cannot generate sales, you will likely go out of business sooner or later unless you can change the course of where the money comes from and a strategy around how to go and get it (the money).
This week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number 67 will help Urban Academics Roundtable members understand how consistent cash flow is imperative in running a business and describe some ways to make sure you know how to generate it (cashflow).
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Who is This Week’s Chosen VIsionary in HOT-Seat 67
Mark Newsome is Mr. Marketing, Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number 67 is from Albany, NY, sharing cash flow strategies for small business owners at Urban Academics Roundtable, Thursday’s at 9:30 pm (EDT)
Mark Newsome (Albany, NY) is known as Mr. Marketing – He helps small business owners tap into new revenue streams they may be leaving on the table.
He is a small business cash flow generation strategist. He specializes in helping small business owners or service providers. Strategically unlock revenue from their business or services. Without ever stepping foot into a bank, filling out a loan application on or offline; And without pledging any collateral.
If you need to avoid some common mistakes small business owners make regarding loss and risk management, this is the roundtable for you; Tell a friend and get your strategic hat on now.
When King Newsome is not out saving the world with an “S” on his chest, he’s doing his best to stay true to himself and humbling himself to ask for help whenever he needs it. This makes him more available to others.
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The term Thought Leader has been a constant buzzword since the early 1990s and has stood the test of time – At least how the term itself goes. Folks from every walk of life have a thought or two, but that hardly equates to leadership. The purpose of this segment is to help all who might sit at the table to live life as their most authentic selves.
This week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number 66 will help Urban Academics Roundtable members to think of ways to support vulnerable children and families who look to adoption and foster care as a resource. “Adoption and foster care is a traumatic experience. It’s a loss of a birth parent. Talking about Trauma is important because it has had an impact. What happens after the Trauma, and we have no idea what the parent was going through. Before classifying children and youth as “bad,” let’s learn to explore their individual stories.”
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Juliette Nelson is the Founder and CEO of JUNURI, a company equipping business owners, entrepreneurs, professionals, and students professionals, with tools and resources to succeed in the different areas of their lives. JUNURI is the parent company of JUNURI Publishing and NURILENS, a wooden eyewear collection with blue-light blocking solutions (like the Old-School Blue Blockers).
She’s also the Co-Founder & Chief Business Development Officer
of Vwazen, a learning management system that works to meet the language learning needs of Haitian Creole speakers
Lady Juliette Nelson is an author … Check Our Her Book:
When Lady Juliette Nelson is not out saving the world with an “S” on her chest, her relaxation begins with coloring her mane, or Hair Therapy is what she calls it. She recently began going back to a professional hair salon after a break and is in pamper mode. She also enjoys Korean Drama, Family and engages in meditation to remain present. Tchaka (Haitian Cuisine) is one of her favorite dishes; Ingredients include dried corn, fried dumplings, goat, harmony beans, and Squash,
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Adoption can be a very tricky subject, especially for black, brown, and low to moderate-income families. It could be that the mindset of the individuals mentioned here wonder how extra mouths in a house when there are limited means is feasible. Another idea is the embarrassment associated with what family is supposed to be and when abandonment enters the room.
This week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 65 will help Urban Academics Roundtable members to think of ways to support vulnerable children and families who look to adoption and foster care as a resource.
“Adoption and foster care is a traumatic experience. It’s a loss of a birth parent. Talking about Trauma is important because it has had an impact. What happens after the Trauma, and we have no idea what the parent was going through. Before classifying children and youth as “bad,” let’s learn to explore their individual stories.”
Joi Fisher-Griffin, Adoption Advocate and Author
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Joi Fisher-Griffin’s Notable Accomplishments:
Thanks to the tireless efforts of the NJ CARE Team, Governor Chris Christie signed the Adoptee Birthright Act (P.L. 2014, C.9), which became law on January 1, 2017. Now, adopted New Jerseyans born after November 14, 1940, can access their original birth certificates without a court order. Joi was present at the New Jersey State House to witness this historic legislation take effect, which gave her hope for a new chapter in her life.
When Lady Joi is not cape-wearing with an “S” on her chest making brave attempts at saving the world, she goes into “parent” mode. It seems taking care of everyone else is a permanent part of her DNA. Her goal is to try and pay more attention to herself both mentally and physically. As a woman of faith, she believes in overcoming anything through honesty and doing the work. Owning up to things that need change is the first step. Taking life seriously and speaking her truth during counseling sessions is her go-to, and she recommends it (counseling) to others.
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Death, LIFE INSURANCE, And Taxes are each something all of us over the age of 21 give thought to, it’s not as important to the next generation. Youth are more apt to take their chances on LIVING LONG and hopefully using life insurance, i.e. inheritance can help to shield the future. This is probably the first time for black brown and low-income earning families.
This week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 64 will help Urban Academics Roundtable members to think of three extremely important things around facts. Each of us will pass away (die) at some point, and when that time comes it’s too late to get our business and final expenses in order. Insurance certainly helps, but understanding the different options associated with what some consider a morbid conversation is not always easy.
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Mirma Johnson-Majors. Ph.D. is HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary 62, Adjunct Professor at Chopin State University, from Baltimore, MD
Who is Chosen VIsionary in HOT-Seat 64
Growing up with only three (3) Black-owned insurance businesses in the city, he decided early to attend college and major in Business Administration. Unbeknownst to him at the time, he would spend the majority of his life in banking and now President & CEO at BB Financial Solutions at Your Service.
Young Billie was the first to graduate from High-School and earn a college degree in his immediate family. His early employment includes work in his local community to give something back. Young Billie directed a youth program for the community action agency and community work verifying voter registration lists for the city of Hartford during summer break.
King Billie’s business career started after thirteen successful years working for the third-largest commercial bank in Hartford County; He became the first Black officer for the bank and Branch manager. Entering the life insurance industry as a licensed stockbroker (career spanning 20 years) allows him to boast of work experience with top US financial organizations in the US, including Prudential, Travelers, and Voya, etc. Here is an Expert at Retirement Planning and Stocks – Mr. Bennie Billie, Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 64.
About Insurance
According to Mr. Billie, there are three important differences to remember when buying insurance – One, in particular, most black, brown, and low-income folks never get invited to apply for. Here is the list (of three). If you see one you are not as familiar with as others, please use the comment section to let us know your thoughts below:
When Mr. Billie is not out saving the world he is spending his time making sure everyone around him is in the know about financial matters as the changes keep happening!
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Young thugs are everywhere! Look around wherever you are and agree we black, brown, and poor folks have a long way to go. Seriously, we’ve fought for everything and each other. This generation of pant-sagging migrants, in my opinion, don’t have a clue what it is/was to be a “G.” Television shows don’t come close to the reality facing young people two and three generations ago. However, one thing will never change – The power of GOD and his ability to move each one into their purpose.
This thought is not about racism, but rather about whether life was experienced as straight and narrow (headed to heaven), or the extreme opposite, a sinful wretch is undone. You went to church and served GOD (doing good), or wholeheartedly serving evil 365-7 days weekly would put my money on a ’70-’80s Daddy’s Girl! We’ve but because of this week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 63.
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Mirma Johnson-Majors. Ph.D. is HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary 62, Adjunct Professor at Chopin State University, from Baltimore, MD
Who is Chosen VIsionary in HOT-Seat 63
Rev. William H Buie quotes the great Langston Hughes, “Life for me ain’t been no crystal stair!” Growing up in the mean streets of Brooklyn, New York, in the Bedford Stuyvesant community provided a level of education not offered within the American educational system. The street life grabbed his attention at an early age, and he quickly fell for worldly happiness. Seeing the bling belonging to men of every nationality with the finer things of life, I began my pursuit of those things as an escape from poverty.
He found himself engaged in seeking attention from sources outside of what we consider the nuclear family. His first encounter with the underground world began with a simple engagement in smoking marijuana/weed at ten years old, which started the downward spiral. Life started as a love affair, only to end up like gang rape. Not realizing the end could only lead to jails, institutions, possibly death.
About Science
Science is about facts with proven evidence over time. With that said, I’ve never seen the word science mentioned in the bible; Because it was not discovered yet (the term)? However, what is clear is the countless scriptures around knowledge and wisdom – Mostly building on top of the other. William Buie, a chosen vessel used by GOD, can use – He’s been through the mire, much, and Mudd yet somehow came out victorious and unscathed.
If you take anything away from this segment (and post) at the Urban Academics Roundtable, let it be that you have a choice in this life, and GOD himself would NEVER violate your choice. I’m a witness, he will honor you and me regardless of our options, but he WILL NEVER OVERRIDE them (our choices).
Some might argue that have faith in GOD and believing the evidence of science is an apparent contradiction. However, it’s impossible to deny the truth in GOD and science.
Here’s a notable Bible Passage: In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form – void. Darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the beginning of the waters. And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. And God saw that the light was good.
Regardless of your beliefs, that same POWER, in the beginning, exists to this day. Ask William Buie – He went from prison to Princeton riding on that power, and you can do the same. Have you got any questions? Would you please leave them in the comments section below?
Notable Accomplishments
Clergy: Revrend William Buie
Education: Princeton University Graduate
Founder and Pastor: First Calvalry Baptist Church, Rock Hill, SC
When William Buie (He doesn’t need a title) is not out with an “S” on his chest saving the world, he spends his time ministering to others. Those called into ministry pay a price with no human value. Therefore, understand that the harvest is plenteous, BUT the laborers are few.
For more from Rev. William Buie, are interested in attending his church in Rock Hill, SC, or want to ask questions, use the comments section below to leave a message for Rev. William Buie or get in touch with anyone from the Urban Academics Roundtable.
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The flood gates are open for black folks who desire careers in Museum History. For so long, black, brown, and poor folks appeared to be left behind in both history and museum opportunities, but because of this week’s Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 62
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Mirma Johnson-Majors. Ph.D. is HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary 62, Adjunct Professor at Chopin State University, from Baltimore, MD
Who is Chosen VIsionary in HOT-Seat 62
Mirma Johnson-Majors, Ph.D., is an Accomplished MUSEUM DIRECTOR AND EDUCATOR with a strong, extensive, more than 10-year leadership record of success directing African American History and Civil Rights museums and educational programs, with a strong emphasis on Community and Constituent services, including previous employment at the Smithsonian Institution. Taught African-American History at the undergraduate and graduate college level.
She’s currently serving students as an Adjunct Professor at Coppin State University (Baltimore MD) and Stevenson University (Owens Mill. MD), additionally has taught graduate-level Museum Studies, American History of Museums as an Adjunct Professor at both Morgan State University (Baltimore, MD) and Albany State University (Albany GA).
A few tips for black and brown students majoring in Museum History:
Focus on the goal of mastering all pertinent information necessary to stay relevant
Make sure you take continuing education classes to be in the “current” know
Network as much as possible within the Museum History community on and off-line, and be sure to follow up with all your new contacts to remind them of what you propose to do.
Notable Accomplishments
Award: Fulbright Memorial Fund (FMF) Scholar, Japan, 10/2002
Award: Golden Key Honor Society inducted 2015
Award: Recognized for expertise in building relationships, outreach, training, and technical support for African American communities
College Professor: Chopin State University (Baltimore, MD)
Culture: African American History and Civil Rights museums
Education: Doctor of Education (EdD) in Education Leadership, Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD
Education: Master of Science (MS) in Museum Leadership, Bank Street College, New York, NY
Education: Certificate, Drew in West Africa Study Program, Drew University, Madison, NJ
Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Drama (Minor in Theater Management), Howard University, Washington, DC
Professor: State University, Albany GA,
Professor: Coppin State University, Baltimore, MD, (Adjunct)
Professor: Morgan State University Baltimore MD, (Adjunct)
When Mirma Johnson-Majors is not saving the world to relax, she enjoys being a lady, including hair, nails, and spa time. She enjoys every level of pampering, and travel is a must. Use the comments section below to leave a message for Dr. Johnson-Majors or get in touch with anyone from the Urban Academics Roundtable.
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This week at the Urban Academics Roundtable, we are honoring Twenty-Five Men Who Speak; It’s Black King Joy, for sure!. The vast majority of men will tell you they know women speak more often and out loud more than men. Even one Chosen Visionary swears women have a certain gland somewhere between the mouth and ears (probably the throat too), causing women to talk to hear themselves talk. He says it’s science, but the jury is still out on that one.
Here, we are celebrating Twenty-Five Men Who Speak: It’s Black King Joy during this special occasion HOT-Segment – You don’t want to miss this. Every Thursday at 9:30 pm (EDT); A FREE invitation for you to join us, but you should Register Here.
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These Black Men Who Speak are eager to hear from each of you now. They are each chosen visionaries who should be in a HOT-Seat forever, today and tomorrow. We honor men who speak and pay homage to YOU.
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Some say generosity is a thing of the past; The selfie generation has taken the world by storm. Moreover, there is less and less philanthropy around these days, and with the onset of COVID-19 and what should and shouldn’t happen with money, among other things, the art of giving is at an all-time low.
Sometimes though, there’s a diamond in the rough, and this time at the Urban Academics Roundtable, we are introducing a young woman chosen to share. Not just things, but more importantly, information, motivation, and stabilization.
This week’s Chosen Visionary has turned her love of life and for people into her life’s work, and the Greater Chicago area is all the better for it. She’s at the Urban Academics Roundtable, as HOT-Seat Number Sixty (60), Thursday at 9:30 pm (EDT).
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“I’ve always had a heart to give; If I knew someone was out of work or needed anyting, I wouldn’t stop uptil I knew their need was met. Sometimes it gets sad, but now folks seek me out when others need help. It’s who I am!”
Vau’ve Davis, Author, Change-Agent, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist
A Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat
This Chosen Visionary, forever known as HOT-Seat Sixty (60), is also the ANCHOR (last session) of Season Five (5). Lady Vau’ve Davis
Lady Vau’ve legacy driven, philanthropist, self-published author, and first-generation entrepreneur. She can connect people and concepts to achieve desired goals prompted Davis to launch Official Anais Consulting (formerly Official Anais PR) in 2010. The purpose of her firm is twofold: to elevate the brands of local entrepreneurs, small businesses, and non-profits to national and international levels; and give back to the community.
When Lady Vau’ve is not out saving the world, she likes to cook, eat, shop, and thrift. For the most part, she has agreed to accept that she was born to be the example for her family, friends, and the perfect stranger, so it’s safe to say – Her love of life causes her to share with others, and it will never cease.
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RECOVERY And Love – How They Trigger The Same? These two terms seem to be as far from one another as possible. Those seeking recovery are looking for something that’s lost; Under normal circumstances, the notion of love is something we receive. That sounds like an oxymoron, correct?
Sometimes, though, the most difficult things that happen to us are not always something we understand. However, if you are a Chosen Visionary, you likely understand foolishness confounding the wise. In other words, what we believe, hear, and see are only partially true because of our limited perspective sees through a glass darkly. Someday, we will understand it better, or maybe not.
This week’s Chosen Visionary is one who has turned his life around significantly from riotous living including, but not limited to a baby out of wedlock, alcohol, drugs, late nights, partying and he’s even been incarcerated and shot! He gives ALL glory to God, and now is happy to share his story of grace, love and resilience in an honest and transparent way. and He’s at the Urban Academics Roundtable, as HOT-Seat Number Fifty-Eight (58), Thursday at 9:30 pm (EDT).
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“When someone looks over my body for the last time, I want them to say I gave all I had to those in need, and sometimes to those who are not (necessarily); That I showed LOVE!”
Pastor Esau Greene, Jr.
Meet Our Next Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat
This Chosen Visionary, forever known as HOT-Seat Fifty-Nine (59), is Pastor at New Antioch Church (Branford, CT), and he described it as a Safe Haven of Hope for ALL. No one will be turned away for services, and he, together with his wife, Lady Tiffany, is building a legacy as we speak.
The 700 seat sanctuary is peaceful and serene, with a window view into a nature scene. The community center (ALL Purpose) and training facility have the same beauty – It sits on 10 acres of land, allowing children to run and play without fear of cars or anything else. This summer, People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher (PIMOSH) joins in partnership delivering 2021 Arts Education & Technology Institute (one of three locations). They expect up to 100 children and youth for this year’s inaugural run from July 12 – August 18, 2021.
Pastor Esau was born and raised in New Haven, CT. When he lost his father at a young age, he lost his way. The once famous high school athlete touring with the band and organized sports found himself outside of himself. He was as a broken vessel, and that weird place, without his Dad, was unbearable – He turned to alcohol and drugs, like so many others. The difference is he can honestly speak about those times and is willing to help others overcome them.
Another program proposed for the church is the Helen Harrison House of Hope for addicted women & children working hard getting parental rights restored while simultaneously working on hurtful issues contributing to the situation. Pastor Esau is an Elder for his region and will be ordained Sunday, July 11, 2021, at New Antioch, as the first major event since COVID-19. ALL are Welcome.
As a degreed Mental Health professional, he spends his days and some nights helping the less fortunate to gain a sense of self-worth with inspiring words and a calm spirit. Pastor Esau Greene, Jr. is the Chosen Visionary Number 59, and he’s in the HOT-Seat.
Notable Accomplishments
Entrepreneur: Pastor Esau Greene is a visionary, and has always been an entrepreneur
Expert: Mental Health Professional with years of experience
Service: New Antioch Church (Branford, CT)
Service: The Helen Harrison House of Hope (for Women & Children)
When Pastor Esau Greene, Jr. is not out saving the world, he grabs his wife, Lady Tiffany, and they head out for a trip anywhere there is rest, relaxation, and a chance to re-kindle and reflect on what was and what’s to come. They are blessed to be a blessing to a cold and dark world.
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Can you imagine being smart enough to use the US government to secure your future while getting paid to attend college or university studies? Many people are aware of the many benefits of military enlistment, but there’s much more associated with that track that’s not always advertised throughout media.
This week’s Chosen Visionary is one who learned early to pursue her dreams but to do so with as little out-of-pocket expense as possible. She was smart enough to take advantage of the Armed Forces of the United States at a young age. First, the National Guard and then, as a young black woman climbed the ranks, becoming a Retired Naval Officer. This route has proven successful, and yet she is young enough to start another career on top, and she’s at the Urban Academics Roundtable, as HOT-Seat Number Fifty-Eight (58), Thursday at 9:30 pm (EDT).
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“I want my legacy to be helping others see what they are capable of – giving back to those less fortunate. That’s what I want my legacy to be.”
Trina L Martin, MBA
Meet Our Next Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat
This Chosen Visionary, forever known as HOT-Seat Fifty-Eight (58), featured on ABC, FOX, NBC, Houston Chronicle, and Thrive Global, is now adding the Urban Academics Roundtable to her repertoire! Here, she shares the story of shattering unimaginable hardships to finding the ultimate level of success. Still, many people only know the glory – They’ve not yet heard her story, and she’ll share it at the table. Grab a Seat Here!
Trina L. Martin was born in the greater Chicago area and is the youngest of four children. Her siblings were much older than she, and she was the only one of four to go to college, completing both bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees!
Lady Trina’s inspirational speaking opportunities help her audiences overcome adversity, develop self-determination, and discipline to accomplish any dream imaginable with heart and grit. She’s an accomplished IT professional with over 30-years as a Naval Officer in service, as mentioned earlier.
With a stellar career in the Information Technology field. As an Intelligence Officer in the U.S. Navy, a Cyber Intelligence Analyst for the FBI, and now as the owner of her technology company, Trina has pierced the glass ceiling and excelled in positions typically held only by men,
Throughout Trina’s career, setting goals and surpassing them was just the beginning. Self-motivation is the mantra! Discipline and hard work are the driving forces that helped her design a life and career she could be proud of, even with the odds stacked against her.
Entrepreneur: Trina L Martin Technology Consulting, LLC (Athens Texas)
Expert: She knows Information Technology like the ack of Her Hand
National Publicity: ABC, AZCENTRAL, Atlanta Business Journal, Business Innovators, Daily Herald, Digital Journal, FOX, NBC, Houston Chronicle, Market TV, and Thrive Global
Service: Retired Naval Officer (30-Years)
Service: Inspiring Girls of Color to Pursue STEM Opportunities
When Lady Trina is not wearing her cape and saving the world, she is sleeping or traveling to an exotic place, wait for it … As a spa, sleeping. She is such an inspiration
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Shopping Spree Hacks: Savings for you is a weekly dose of 10 great deals for you and your family. You are busy enough. Let us shop for you, or at least let you know what’s on sale and how you can take advantage of these savings.
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SNAP Benefit Holders Get FREE Delivery on Groceries
If you didn’t know, you know now – If your household received SNAP (food stamp) benefits, you can order food & groceries online and GET FREE Delivery. Very exciting as you can save so much time by not going to the grocery store every day.
Just sit there, and find out what’s available from the comforts of home. But, while this is exciting, it’s pointing to the fact that COVID-19 has caused the world to re-think what is necessary and what it is not. So, for example, Walmart and other stores have curbside pick-up as an alternative to going inside the store. It’s genius, especially in the wake of a pandemic and the widespread of COVID-19.
At the very least, if you receive these benefits, you should know how it works. CLICK HERE to learn more about this new FREE Delivery Service and make your first purchase through Amazon’s Grocery Store portal.
How it Works
You can be up and running on Amazon in no time, getting your deliveries almost like magic. You can get it done in three simple steps:
ADD Your EBT/SNAP Card to the Amazon Portal
Shop for Groceries with Exclusive Deals and Savings
Enter EBT/SNAP Pin Number to Pay for Eligible Items
What You Can Find on Amazon Groceries
You can find fresh fruit, meat, produce, and more, and there are many cereal and snack options for under $5. In addition, you can shop pantry staples, favorite beverages, and things you might eat every day. Amazon even has an area where you click through to get another 15% off selected items. Daily deals, discounts, overstock sales, and you can shop with cash – NOT sure how they do that (lol)!
***NOTE: Amazon’s FREE Delivery only applies if your purchase is over a certain amount. Please pay attention, so you do not incur unexpected fees. You’ve got no excuse – You learned it from me (Ms. Patrina); Go to Amazon Groceries to experience your new Shopping Spree Hack! God bless, and be fabulous!
Please use the comments section to let us know if the process is as easy. Of course, you can post questions here too.
LEADERSHIP And Love Have 4 Things In Common, and you will learn all about each when you grab a seat at this week’s Urban Academics Roundtable.
He is a Coach (Basketball & Football), Community Activist, Director at Westchester Bangels Booster Club, and Gullah Geechee Historian. We are more than blessed to have this king at the Urban Academics Roundtable, as HOT-Seat Number Fifty-Seven(57). This is an invitation for you to join us, but you can Register Here
“I love the children of James Island and all of Charleston, so I went to the city council meeting to explain why we need a gym! They listened to me, and before I would leave, they gave me checks, money, and a promise to get it done. God is good.”
Coach Matthews
Meet Our Next Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat
Recently featured in the fun Auto Insurance Commercial for Geico, the 90s classic Reel School HIP HOP due TAG TEAM is back on TOP. Bursting onto the scene with their TOP OF THE POPS hit and automatically became one of those songs that stick in your head. “Whoomp! (There It Is).” The track quickly climbed to #1 on the Billboard Hot R&B charts in just 14 days. The song continues to appeal to admirers raised in the ‘90s and appeals to new enthusiasts of every era as it is recognized as a true symbol of the time. “Whoomp! (There It Is)” has been showcased in world-class nationwide ad campaigns as well as in Hollywood hit motion pictures and television series
Joseph Matthews was born and raised in Charleston South Carolina, and grew up in he middle of the transformation “After Freedom.” His memories bring him back to the plantation, but how is that possible when he’s not old enough to have experienced certain dates in history.
Some people don’t know that there are folks in Charleston who chose to stay on the plantation after freedom because they had no other options. They were not learned, and all they knew was where they found themselves.
Hear the story of a true historian who is not too far removed from the real truth about black folks’ passage to American soil – And those who remain.
Here are four things that set King Joseph Matthews apart from the others: (1) Love for Children; Love for the family; (3) Love for God; and (4) Love for Life.
Notable Accomplishments
Service: Food Distribution to the Needy Weekly
Service: Director – Westchester Parks & Recreation
Service: Director – Westchester Bengals Booster Club
When DC “The Brain Supreme” Glenn is not outperforming around the world as a “Tag Team” partner, he is extremely excited about technology and is a MASTER at Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
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The 90’s was a critical time for black and brown folks in America, especially black, brown and poor folks! There was a surge of crack cocaine reaching into the inner city neighborhoods, and Rap music had made it to mainstream radio – Even MTV, which had a problem even promoting music from Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, or Luther Vandross on their channel.
One song that made these two community realities was “Whoomp! There it Is,” the 90’s party anthem, and a popular song at Rick’s Cafe (the Cliff)! We are blessed to have one-half of the Tag Team Duo at the Urban Academics Roundtable. This is an invitation for you to join us, but you can Register Here
“I share everything I have because I love what I do and want to make sure others have the same opportunities I have or even more.”
DC “The Brain Supreme” Glenn
Meet Our Next Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat
Recently featured in the fun Auto Insurance Commercial for Geico, the 90s classic Reel School HIP HOP due TAG TEAM is back on TOP. Bursting onto the scene with their TOP OF THE POPS hit and automatically became one of those songs that stick in your head. “Whoomp! (There It Is).” The track quickly climbed to #1 on the Billboard Hot R&B charts in just 14 days. The song continues to appeal to admirers raised in the ‘90s and appeals to new enthusiasts of every era as it is recognized as a true symbol of the time. “Whoomp! (There It Is)” has been showcased in world-class nationwide ad campaigns as well as in Hollywood hit motion pictures and television series
Tanisha King, Ph.D., Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 55 (Athens OH)
Other top songs from their hit album Whoomp! (There It Is) includes “Freestyle” and “U Go Girl.” Spanning the spectrum from TV and Radio Adverts, programs, films, and sporting events, TAG TEAM’s music has risen to be the defining 90’s Hip Hop Melodic Voice. The big hit “Whoomp!” remains highly relevant, and those ranging in age from 8 to 108 continue to groove and boogie down to the exceptional tune.
With ‘90s hip-hop more recognizable than ever, venues worldwide are energized to watch Tag Team live and in action. Social media has also supplied a new avenue for converting music enthusiasts into “Whoomp!” fans. DC Glenn and Steve thrive on hooking up with brand new fans who have discovered them via viral Facebook posts and appreciate seeing their blissful faces when listening to the song performed live.
Trainer: Music Training Seminars at law colleges, Universities and entertianment industry events
Tag Team pioneers DC The Brain Supreme and Steve Rolen stay dedicated to entertaining fans and delivering an old-school hip-hop blowout to hotspots worldwide. Audiences for Tag Team events vary in age from the very young to the ‘old fools from the old school,’ and “Whoomp!” delivers the ‘90s experience like no other. DC Glenn and Steve love the powerful experience of looking over a jam-packed arena and comprehending how much their simple song has inspired the lives of countless millions throughout the world.
The legendary tune and dynamic high school friends captivate those of every generation as their style speaks to folks who remember when hip-hop was truly hip-hop. The degree of anticipation at a Tag Team concert is almost palpable as fans wait in delight for the high-energy party that’s to come.
When DC “The Brain Supreme” Glenn is not outperforming around the world as a “Tag Team” partner, he is extremely excited about technology and is a MASTER at Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
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Education in America has been hard, especially for African American (black and brown) children. It appears that we can no longer ignore the truth – If others control the overall societal narrative, eventually, you’ll have no choice but to fight for what’s yours.
I’m well aware of the fact that we’ve been fighting for education, police and voter reforms, and so many other injustices long enough. However, here’s a quote by a great woman who was filled with wisdom, laying her life down for the dream she shared with her husband …
“Struggle is a never-ending process. Freedom is never really won. You earn it and win it in every generation.”
This week’s Chosen Visionary is an author, consultant, public speaker from Athens. OH. Dr. King currently serves as the Chief Inclusion Officer for the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine at Ohio University. She is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Social Medicine. Additionally, she is an Adjunct Professor at Southern New Hampshire University, where she teaches a Ph.D. level social change course.
Previously, Dr. King has taught at the undergraduate and graduate levels at the University of Illinois and Fordham University and served her communities through volunteerism as members of various boards of directors.
Dr. Tanisha King currently serves as the Chief Inclusion Officer for the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine at Ohio University. She is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Social Medicine.
Tanisha King, Ph.D., Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat 55 (Athens OH)
Her inaugural book “Out of Battle into Freedom“ was featured at an NAACP author pavilion and described on Amazon as a “must-read.” Dr. King is the Founder of Dr. King Speaks, LLC, where she helps organizations move from performative to transformative diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and empowers women to defy odds and overcome obstacles through radical self-love.
Dr. Tanisha combines her education as a Master’s Level Social Worker with a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership – She’s at the Urban Academics Roundtable as Chosen visionary in HOT-Seat 55. This is an invitation for you to join us, but you need to register here; It’s FREE!
When Dr. Tanisha is not out saving the world, she finds relaxation in the form of a weekly bubble bath! If she does not get her bath, it’s a severe problem. We should all take better care of ourselves; Pampering is just the beginning.
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Where Is The Best EXPERT COVID-19 SURVIVOR? Obviously, at the Urban Academics Roundtable in the coveted HOT-Seat! If you’ve not been through it, there’s little you can contribute – Unless you can add to it (the story), roll with and stay clear about your focus and goal. In this case, this “praying wife” was determined to win – Her husband and her life back, in Jesus’ Name, Amen!
The past year has been crazy, but some of us are just grateful to have made it to the other side of the living. The government shut Businesses and schools down – the very structure of American life ripped apart without anyone’s permission. Who’s the boss? Who can argue with God? Certainly not me; Or no one I knew personally.
“As of May 27, 2021, nearly 133 million people in the U.S. are fully vaccinated, and the national percentage of COVID-19 tests that came back positive over the last 7 days was less than 3%. This is one of the lowest rates the United States has seen since widespread testing began.”
Before March of 2020, Marcy and her husband Theirrien “Tee” Clark were your typical suburban Maryland fun-loving, empty-nester couple, living their lives to the fullest. Then, in the blink of an eye, life as they knew it drastically changed. In March 2020, COVID-19 struck their household, forcing them to endure the ultimate test of faith, marriage, finances, and the ultimate test of life itself! Both spouses contracted COVID-19.
Lady Marcy Myles-Clark dines at the Urban Academics Roundtable as Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number Fifty-Four (54), Thursday at 9:30 pm (EDT): This is Your Invitation To Join Us At The Weekly Roundtable. ALL Seats FREE. RSVP HERE.
Tee spent 46-days isolated, for the most part, from his wife and family as Johns Hopkins Hospital’s worst COVID-19 case then. With 28 of those 46-days in a medically induced coma, Tee’s health was failing from a physical and medical standpoint. Marcy used her faith, prayers, skills, and talents to help her husband navigate one of the most challenging times in modern life.
Education: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Service: Prayer
Survivor: Caronavirus (COVID-19)
Lady Marcy Myles-Clark dines at the Urban Academics Roundtable as Chosen Visionary iLady Marcy Myles-Clark dines at the Urban Academics Roundtable as Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number Fifty-Four (54), Thursday at 9:30 pm (EDT): This is Your Invitation To Join Us At The Weekly Roundtable. ALL Seats FREE. RSVP HERE.
“Now that I on the other side, it’s my mission to help others Win!”
One year later, they are FULLY VACCINATED, healthy and whole, and best-selling authors. As an Expert (Master) COVID-19 Survivor and “Life Strategist,” Lady Marcy is at the forefront of providing others with guiding principles, peace of mind strategies, practical and spiritual resources, and tips on “How to WIN; In and out of a Pandemic!”
Lady Marcy Myles-Clark dines at the Urban Academics Roundtable as Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number Fifty-Four (54), Thursday at 9:30 pm (EDT): This is Your Invitation To Join Us At The Weekly Roundtable. ALL Seats FREE. RSVP HERE.
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Lady Marcy Myles-Clark dines at the Urban Academics Roundtable as Chosen Visionary in HOT-Seat Number Fifty-Four (54), Thursday at 9:30 pm (EDT): This is Your Invitation To Join Us At The Weekly Roundtable. ALL Seats FREE. RSVP HERE.
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Good Day, High Achievers! So glad that you’ve joined me here today for another dose of FREE Cash 4 College by Ms. Patrina. I’m delighted to share $2,500 in FREE Cash directly from United Negro College Fund (UNCF).
If you attend any UNCF-affiliated school, you can apply. Here are some schools around my area, but where you graduated may not be on this list. However, if you attended and graduated from an HBCU, (AND have an outstanding balance preventing you from graduating): APPLY FOR THIS CASH NOW! The deadline is June 10, 2021.
The best way to get rid of mold is to prevent it (before it develops). But honestly, how many of us are walking around with dreams of mold in our heads? Not many, I would presume. Humidity is significant, so keeping levels optimized is a great idea – regardless of whether you believe mold is lurking or not.
Keeping the humidity levels at home under 50% is recommended. It is also advised to invest in a good dehumidifier or an AC to maintain the low humidity. Proper ventilation helps keep mold away, too, so open your windows sometimes, especially while cleaning with harsh chemicals.
Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat Number Fifty-Three (53) is Mr. Dave Pickens (Charlotte, NC), Expert Mold Inspection, Remediation, and Removal Specialist at I Can Fix That, LLC. Mr. Dave was called into the mold and removal industry after losing his brother to cancer caused by health risks related to mold exposure. Such a personal loss, he has grown passionate about identifying the problem and then attacking it from that source.
“It’s what you don’t see and breathe! Mold will start to overwhelm your body’s immune system, which can cause inflammation. You are breathing in airborne mycotoxins. These mycotoxins cause serious health risks and attack all areas of the body.”
Mr. Dave Pickens, CEO, I Can Fix That LLC
A brick wall with mold
Much like the game of chess, which Mr. Dave is also an expert with a passion for every piece of the board. So much so that he wrote a curriculum (AKA DEM MICS) to teach children the game.
Facts About Mold
According to the Center for Disease Control stated that mold attacks your body as an allergenic, pathogenic, or toxigenic
Bleach DOES NOT kill mold
Customer input is important when looking for mold – Even if you’re experienced.
Mold is identified through air quality testing, laboratory analysis reports, recognition, swabs, tape lifts, and visual inspections.
Vaporizing systems (an organic fungicide) are used to kill airborne spores. Then the contaminated waste is removed in an environmentally safe manner.
You may have MOLD throughout your property and never know.
What’s More?
When Mr. Dave is not out fighting mold, he’s helping elders restore and winterize their homes, playing chess, or working in his garden, where he and his wife Bernitta share with neighbors fresh veggies.
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Finally, a podcast specifically targeted black and brown folks passionate about living the inner-city urban lifestyle. The Urban Academics Roundtable Podcast is a little different from most. It takes the Ted Talk concept to another level with high levels of interaction with Q&A segment after a story by a different Chosen Visionary. It’s brilliant!
The Urban Academics Roundtable Podcast will host 15-minute Bonus sections of each full-length HOT-Seat segment (previously recorded). We will release weekly segments every Friday after the pre-planning pilot, and Anchor is currently hosting it.
Here’s the feed for the Urban Academics Roundtable Podcast. Enjoy! Please be sure to leave us a comment or ask your questions in the comments section below.
Food has been the cornerstone of African-American life since landing here on these shores of America, especially the coast of South Carolina, where the low country reign supreme. Imagine combining a Chosen Visionary with the spirit of stick-to-it-ness, and you have a recipe for the Urban Academics Roundtable.
The Roundtable was started as a direct result of COVID-19 (April 16, 2020). As educators, school systems and PIMOSH providers through the expansion of 2019, we knew something was brewing in education late 2018.
For the first time since 2004, The PIMOSH Network was making moves with folks we’d been talking to for years around the idea of expansion/subsidiary opportunities in South Carolina being one of the expansion states. Things were changing – seemingly for the better, still more of the same bureaucracy.
A fight was on our hands, and we knew it – Here was COVID-19, schools were closed, parents didn’t know what hit them, and now we should have higher levels of respect for teachers, especially those within inner-city, urban school systems. On top of everything else – There was a presidential election.
With most public schools closed and limited supplies getting to inner-city kids at certain times during the pandemic, there was a woman in Charleston who took it upon herself to feed and help everyone! Here’s the thing – Her idea of food forever was planted years before COVID-19. Again, food draws people in general. How much more the children?
This Week In The HOT-Seat
Ragina Scott Saunders is a Charleston, SC native – A true Gullah Geechee girl. She’s also the brainchild and owner of Scotts Grand event center located at 5060 Dorchester Road in North Charleston, South Carolina.
Her love for cooking and hospitality came from her grandparents.
“There was always a pot on the stove that was supernaturally never empty, no matter what the circumstance. Everybody always got to eat!”
Ragina Scott Saunders, Author, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist Scott’s Grand Event Center N. Charleston
Scotts Grand celebrates art, family, and business through special occasions, catering, and corporate events. Her outgoing and self-driven nature, coupled with a personal passion for “helping people connect, has found blessings and much success as an expert throughout the catering, event management space.
Lady Ragina continues that tradition passed down from her grandparents, feeding folks through the Destiny Community Café, the area’s only Pay-What-You-Can Healing Community café; She’s the founder and executive director.
The purpose of Destiny is to raise the level of awareness about food insecurity (hunger) in this country and reduce food waste while also being a catalyst for change in our communities. The Cafe works to reduce food waste while serving and giving from the heart.
Ragina Saunders is no stranger to media and TV interview – Here’s a recent piece of press bestowed on the Queen of Soul Food …
She is also the creator of the Soul Food Foundation and contributor to Gullah/Geechee Kitchen bringing chefs, cooks, and restaurants together around “soul food” to preserve the culture, history, and roots of the soul food industry.
What’s More?
She is a wife of over 28 years with great faith. As a mother of three, two daughters, and one son, she is blessed with a granddaughter who is now 4-months old. They all live happily with “Sparrow,” their dog.
Whenever Lady Ragina is not saving the world, she is on the beach reading a book with family nearby.
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The arts in education and theater are not new to the world; each of these phenomenons is expressive models that most people desire. The ability to express oneself does come in many forms. Still, the theatre is not recorded, nor is it edited, and therefore needs skilled performers and talent for ticketed guests to experience something they’ll remember and tell others about.
When we look at black and brown folks in the theatre, it’s not widely a choice for performing artists; Black folks tend to go towards film/movies or rap/sing. This week at the Urban Academics Roundtable, Chosen Visionary Number Fifty-One (51) will share the climate in the theatre when he was a student and graduate from Howard University Drama Department, and whether that distinguished degree made the playing field easy or not?
What does the climate look like today in the theatre for black folks, and what can we do to ensure the next generation of talented young people find their way to the most fruitful opportunities?
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The term “Black Theatre” combines plays and musicals directed, performed, produced, or written by African-Americans (Blacks) over the past 200 years.
The Harlem Renaissance of the late ’20s and ’30s was mostly responsible for causing the blow-up that paved the way for hidden skilled performers and talented acts. There is so much that came out of this era that remains, but what was once there that is no more? Find out at the Urban Academics Roundtable, Thursday at 9:30 pm (EDT). You are invited to join us; It’s FREE; GRAB a Seat HERE.
a graduate of Howard University’s Department of Drama. He Mr. Holtz is a writer, actor, director and teacher with an extensive background in theater, film/video and stand-up comedy. He teaches theater in the Newark (NJ) Public Schools.
Notable Accomplishments
Film and TV Projects: Chicken Special
Film and TV Projects: Field Your Way Through It,
Film and TV Projects: The Mission
Sitcoms: Beacon Place
Sitcoms: South Africans-Americans
School Project: Mind Builders-Positive Youth Troupe
School Project: NJPAC, Writer’s Theater of New Jersey
School Project: New Jersey State Council for the Arts, NJPAC
School Project: New York Shakespeare Festival’s Playwriting in the Schools program
School Project: NYU’s Creative Arts Team
School Project: The Children’s Art Carnival
School Project: Theater for the Forgotten’s Changing Scenes
Service: Cultural Envoy to South Africa through U.S. Department of State as a playwright
Mr. Holtz currently serves as Writer/Producer with Think Young, LLC developing docuseries on the life of Andrew Young. If you have any questions for King Holtz, please use the comments section below – We will make sure he gets your message and respond accordingly.
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Believing in your dreams and that of others is not as easy as it sounds, but doable on all accounts if you only believe. You can do anything you will do in this life, but it’s difficult to drown out the background noise and stay focused on the goal ahead. Chosen Visionaries are born out of
People come in all shapes, sizes, and colors and can be tricky at best. It’s up to the visionary to see what God has purposed in their hearts and then move to that end with the fear present, taking courage in moving forward. Why do some make it while others give up, falling flat on their face more often than not?
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His week’s Chosen Visionary began a professional life of acting and singing after moving to NYC from Chicago and landing her debut role as a breakout star in the movie MO’ Better Blues (A Spike Lee Joint) and several other movies over the years. What’s so neat was that her role called for a female singer/vocalist; She got the job, and her featured song, Harlem Blues, climbed up the R&B Billboard charts to number one (see the video to her chart-topper below).
Cynda sings professionally for film and the stage. She sings Jazz, Americana, and R&B/Hip Hop Fusion with THe WES Group, Michael Martin Band, and The C & Ronnie G’s Band.
Cynda has always liked to volunteer, and when she’s not helping others, she’s working on her many projects. She especially loves the Guiding Light, Inc. out of Muncie, India, where Cynda serves as the nonprofit’s consultant for the arts. Ms. Williams continues to sing and accepts quality roles in film, television, theatre, and she’s here at the Urban Academics Roundtable.
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Deadline Varies – Gold Medal Portfolio Awards ($510,000),
June 15 – ScholarshipPoints will award a $10,000 scholarship to one lucky member
June 30 – The Ernest Scholarship ($5,000):
(1) DUE May 5 – STOP The Blled Scholarship ($3,000)
Are you a high school student? You can help yourself and help your school by a) making a 1 to 2-minute video or b) writing an essay from 250 to 500 words addressing one of the topic areas below.
Winning students will receive scholarship money towards post-secondary education. The schools of the winning students will receive free STOP THE BLEED® Kits.
This year’s program consists of National Scholarships and Frontline Family Scholarships. Please note that these scholarships have separate applications. Eligible students can apply for both scholarships. Students are limited to one scholarship award.
Eligibility is limited to high school age students in the US and its territories.
(2) DUE MAY 14 – Beans For Brains Scholarship ($2,500)
For this money, you need to have a few skills in the creative department, like you must know how to crochet, knit, or weave and hold at least a 3.5 GPA!
The Brower Youth Award is about Environmental Leadership. It was established in 2000 to honor renowned environmental advocate David Brower.
Six recipients of the Brower Youth Awards will each win a $3,000 cash prize, a professionally produced short film about them from an Emmy award-winning film crew, along with flight and lodging accommodations for a week-long trip to the San Francisco Bay Area.
Youth environmental change leaders ages 13 to 22 (as of July 1) living in North America (including Mexico, Canada, some Caribbean Islands) and U.S. territories are encouraged to apply. During their stay in California, the recipients will participate in a camping trip, leadership activities, speaking and media engagements, training sessions, and environmental conferences, giving them a chance to meet with mentors and peers.
The Links, Incorporated is an international, not-for-profit corporation established in 1946. The membership consists of more than 16,000 professional women of color in 288 chapters located in 41 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, and the United Kingdom.
It is one of the nation’s oldest and largest volunteer service organizations of extraordinary women committed to enriching, sustaining, and ensuring African Americans’ culture and economic survival and other persons of African ancestry.
An applicant for the White Rose Scholarship Award must be a Massachusetts resident who is an African American male or female and a high school senior applying for fall admission into an accredited four-year college/university. Minimum GPA of 3.0 required. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
(5) DUE May 20 – VSA Emerging Young Artist Program ($20,000)
The VSA Emerging Young Artists Program, a Jean Kennedy Smith Arts and Disability Program, recognizes and showcases the work of emerging young artists with disabilities, ages 16-25, living in the United States.
A jury will select fifteen artists. Winning artists will receive an all-expenses-paid professional development workshop at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Recipients are notified by July 15.
(7) DUE May 28 – EQuity Scholarship Essay Competition ($5,000)
EQuity is a Black-owned learning and development venture working to advance racial justice by developing emotional intelligence.
They’ve launched a scholarship essay competition to amplify their work at the intersection of emotional intelligence and racial justice. This fall, they will award one $5,000 scholarship to the winner. Any degree-seeking student is eligible to apply.
Complete an interest form to receive all information about the scholarship moving forward for more information or to apply.
Scholarship Winner Will Be Announced This Fall
Contact Info: Scholarship Committee, 615 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-35 jwoods@equitysv.com – 202-670-6017
(8) DUE MAY 31 – CROWN and CALIBUR SCHOLARSHIP ($2,500)
The scholarship is open to US-based high school and university students who embody at least THREE of their company’s core values : (1) seize opportunities, cultivate relations, magnify moments, pursue excellence, and promoting good stewardship).
You could win an easy $2,500 scholarship by answering 3 quick questions to share ideas on how your school, district, or textbook could improve its curriculum on race, racism, and US history. We’ll use your feedback and work with experts to create guides for students and educators to improve race and history education nationwide. Answer the 3 quick questions, and you’ll automatically enter to win the $2,500 scholarship.
Deadline Varies – Gold Medal Portfolio Awards ($510,000) , Open to graduating high school seniors who has or can create a portfolio of eight pieces of creative and original works of art.
June 15 – ScholarshipPoints will award a $10,000 scholarship to one lucky member. All you have to do to become eligible is become a ScholarshipPoints member and log in. It’s simple, fun, and completely free!
Being a gifted child comes with its advantages and disadvantages too! When you have usable gifts and talents within the Black Church, that can become a whole other level of problems, some of which you can share, and the rest, let us say many folks carry that part to their graves.
The Black Church is responsible for turning out many quality acts over the years, and we’ve heard all of the stories at one point or another. Aretha Franklin, Monica, Toni and Tamar Braxton, so many others. What do you do when it hurts regardless? Most artists tell stories of running away from the church/pain.
This week at the Urban Academics Roundtable, the chosen visionary is here to share his story around hurt experienced in the church because he was gifted and talented. All blessings, bad and good, come through people – But not all people can be who we want them to be. Until we know the circumstance, situation, or overall story, getting it all wrong is easy.
Manny James, Church Street South Entertainment, recording artist, songwriter, and composer, was born and raised in New Haven, CT. A singer and performer since the age of 8. He grew up in a community that presented many challenges. He says, “We didn’t have much growing up, but we made the best of what we had” Those days and experiences fueled the creativity you see today.
According to Manny, Church Street South, his childhood neighborhood, is honest and remains relatable today. Manny’s approach to life, songwriting, and performing come from Church Street South projects, what was once called the worst housing projects in America during the 1980s.
Manny says his music and performances give back to the people.
“As an artist, I need to create from an honest space. Writing songs where people relate always makes the best music.”
Manny James, R&B Singer/Songwriter and Community Activists
Notabke Accomplishments
Co-wrote and released the YouTube viral sensation “So Incredible” (The Julio Jones Dance) via a Visa/NFL “My Football Fantasy” campaign. The campaign garnered 4.6 million views in less than a week.
Debuted in the Top 25 on iTunes (Just Being Honest)
He established himself as an artist and songwriter before “Just Being Honest” hit digital outlets
James brought no-holds-barred soulful and unique performances
In 2017 the phenomenal “Church Street South” release, named after the neighborhood he grew up in, led to his most successful year to date, gaining twenty-two thousand fans from 57 countries.
What’s More?
In 2020 Manny formed his record label Church Street South Entertainment and released a new single, “Never Let Go.” The song is well received. A full-length album is next, showcasing unsung musicians and up-and-coming vocal magic. You can contact Manny by using the comments section below.
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Here Is A Quick Cure For The April 20, 2021 VERDICT – It is In, and millions celebrate a 500-year victory on the backs of so many – Not only black folks have experienced injustice, but we are talking about America, these United States therein. GUILTY is a start, but it’s NOT a cure for injustice or police brutality built into a system of how things are done.
It appears ORDERS now come from the top of our new administration (SEE VIDEO BELOW)! The world exhales for the first time a police officer was thrown the BOOK – Ever! There is a GOD who can show us who BOSS is! Money cannot fix the heart of man – Only the human condition can do that; The LAW of reciprocity and Love.
As we celebrate the 1st Birthday of The Urban Academics Roundtable, we take pride in standing up in a time when the world shut down. No one person has all the answers, but together we can overcome obstacles that haven’t been invented yet.
The following represent the Chosen for this generation in his order. AS you listen to each segment, try to apply each nugget to your life or situation. People come and go, but NOT this forty-eight.
Listen and learn – Then run and tell somebody else to do the same; it will come back to you 10, 20, 50, 75, and 100 fold. The LAW of giving and take Karma, reciprocity, reaping, and sowing all have to do with the idea that it is good to be the change you want to see; Or Do what you want to happen.
In This Week’s HOT-Seat; Introducing The HOT-Seat @ The Urban Academics Roundtable Seasons I, II, III, IV (COVID-19 Edition
SEASON ONE (12 Chosen Visionaries)
The Urban Academics Roundtable has been bringing the HOT-Seat for 52-Weeks totaling over 365 days. The first Urban Academics Roundtable was live on a recorded line, Thursday, April 16, 2020 – Dab smack in the middle of COVID-19. When the world shut down, everyone here stood up, looked for help and resources to share with others.
The first is always the last when you turn around. Forerunners sometimes get run over, it’s true. Some folks say the good guy ends up last, and the good girl marries trash. It doesn’t matter what they say. We have proof in real-time that life if given – Wake up living, NOW! If you’re a Chosen Visionary, To Get in the Hot Seat, CLICK HERE!
SEASON II (12 Chosen Visionaries)
In season II, we were in awe of who would show up to The Weekly Roundtable? It became clear that we were onto something, but the goal has always been to capture the moment in more than just pictures, from people living the inner-city urban experience.
Each segment became more and more RAW, REAL, and RELEVANT, and the plan was becoming clearer by the day. As we continued to move forward, after all, what else was there to do amongst COVID-19? Who knew from season II to season III folks would be reaching out to us – Folks, we would not have approached so early, even before BETA Membership 2021.
Everyone is talking about it – George Floyd’s death sparked a worldwide frenzy at a time when a worldwide pandemic is happening. The world is not changing; It has CHANGED! We want to hear from you – Please join us at the table for a Raw, Real, and Relevant conversation sharing Quick Cures for The Verdict of April twentieth (4.20.21), Thursday at 9:30 PM (EST). It’s FREE, but you’ve got to REGISTER HERE.
“Systemic Racism puts a strain on our souls.”
US President Joe Biden
“Today, we feel a sigh of release. A single act of justice does NOT mean EQUAL Justice!”
US Vice President Kamala Harris
Watch Video of US President and Vice President Address the Nation on another cure for The Verdict. It is so honest of an account – Proof that GOD is in control…
SEASON III (12 Chosen Visionaries)
By the time we arrived at season III, young people were lying down on highways, and the National Guard was dispatched to different parts of the country due to police brutality and basic outrage. Who said it’s too late? No such thing – We’ve had many young black men killed over the years for nothing – The Time is NOW!
It was clear this platform and what would happen within it had little to do with what we wanted as Co-Moderators.; Once it started, it grew stronger and began designing itself based on those sitting at the table and their individual needs.
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SEASON IV (12 Chosen Visionaries)
Season IV (12 Chosen Visionaries)
Here we are at the close of season four (4) of the HOT-Seat @ The Urban Academics Roundtable. We were trying to understand Leadings (#1) and Anchors (#12) we built in the Green Room Experience at 9:15 PM. Some might refer to it as the VIP section? Let me know in the comments section if you’re Old School?
As we enter the close of 48 segments, 365 days of moving forward, we are proud to be here at the age of one (1). Here you all are. Present – NOW in the midst of a most precedented event in JUDICIAL HISTORY. A police officer was declared GUILTY of ALL charges for murdering a black man. This is the first time that has ever happened.
BONUS – Twenty-Five Women Speakers With Black Girl Joi
Chosen Visionaries have been sitting at the Urban Academics Roundtable for over 1-year, and injustice, among other things, has been a constant during each segment.
If you’re looking for virtual marketing hacks, look no further than Mr. Glenn Murray, a Marketing & Viral Promotions Expert and Guru. He is the Principal Founder of 220 Communications, the parent company to 220 Publishing and Food, Wine, and Spirits Ventures.
Mr. Murray has led viral social media campaigns that have generated over 1-Million impressions for the arts, film, music, and culinary events, and he’s in this week’s hot-Seat giving up his secret sauce! Let’s talk about business – What it takes to make it wherever you’re trying to go; Authors, Businessfolks, Experts. Free-Lancers, Lifetime Students, Small-Business Owners, and parents! To Get on this call – Thursday’s at 9:30 PM (EST).
When we talk about Viral Marketing, it’s the process of getting the word out about a product, service, or both to the masses. I believe if your campaign generates over 1 million impressions, it’s considered to have gone “Viral.”
Some Viral Videos, however, don’t benefit the creator, either because they are not regularly publishing videos to YouTube or Vimeo, so how would they know how to monetize. The second way is when someone posts a random video they just captured in the car. She uploads and boom – The video of a cat laying next to a dog playing nicely gets 2 million views – When that happens, Ellen’s Show will call
You are welcome to join us for an evening of enlightenment with another Chosen Visionary for these times. We’ll be at The Urban Academics Round-table with the GURU, who can change your situation virtually overnight. Bring an apron, bib, a fork, spoon, and knife; This is going to be yummy! Also, please DO
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Glenn Murray Chicago, IL Social Media Expert on Going
If you are someone looking to get your book, idea, message, or thoughts out into the world, do these three things before you do anything else: (1) Decide who your target market is (ALL demographics included); (2) Figure out where those folks are in groups (large groups); and (3) Use YouTube to create a strategy based on what other successful marketers are using. If you need help, The Urban Academics is in the business of working with Authors & Entrepreneurs. You can register FREE and start from there!
Mr. Glenn Murray is a man who enjoys watching TV or a good movie when he’s not busy attempting to save the world. A true gem in the fields of Marketing and Promotions.; You should get at him – Leave a message in the comments section below. Thank you for reading.
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Some might agree it would be the best joke ever if Jesus yelled “April Fools” when they found him missing from the tomb – After the Crucifixion! According to the story, Jesus was hung on a cross/tree and left for dead. They didn’t know ransomed for the whole world to see, and it backfired. The rest is considered Easter.
Today, it might be easier to believe in April Fool’s pranks and hoaxes; It’s hard to think of Jesus actually “Cracking the Sky” and coming back physically to rapture up his people. Do you believe he’s coming back? Do you believe that time is near? Could the crucifixion be more of a metaphor than anything else?
If you can remember, Easter was canceled for the first time in 2020 during COVID-19 leaving many folks with mixed feelings. But this week’s HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary brings the fire bridging the gap between April Fool’s, The Crucifixion, and Easter – His name again is Elder Roger Wilkins, and he will be looking for you at the Roundtable – Do NOT Miss It. Please join us; Grab A Seat Here!
You might think combining the crucifixion with comedic fun is disrespectful. You could be right if I’m guilty of pointing out certain things or leaning towards something other than the familiar. However, the world as we knew it had changed forever. What was hidden in plain sight can be no more. We cannot ignore the obvious to fit into a status quo that does not include us.
There are so many holidays considered pagan, but Easter can become very sensitive because it deals with the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. No one really wants to be on the wrong side of that argument. Just be open enough to enjoy each moment, including those when your brain begins to sharpen with new concepts and ideas.
There’s nothing new here – Any man of the cloth can make the correlation to Satan’s upset when Jesus was no longer in the tomb and came up missing. If he (satan) were omnipresent, could Jesus had gotten away with it? On the flip side, if these Bible accounts are too much for your belief system, you can still see the humor in the story as it relates to April Fools and Easter – FOr some odd reason, they are all rolled up together this year. That’s humor and irony!
In This Week’s HOT-Seat
Dining with us at The Urban Academics Roundtable this week is Elder Roger Wilkins, a Pastor who uses humor built into his Bible Lessons. Elder Wilkins is Pastor at Maranatha Life Changing Ministries in New Haven, CT. Grab A Seat At The Table; It’s FREE, but you’ve got to register here!
Elder Wilkins has years of experience in Church Administration, which include with them certain disciplines that can only be found in the Church Of God In Christ organization (COGIC);
He has served as Minister of Music, Sunday school, and WPWW teacher on the local, jurisdictional, and national levels. He served as Church Administrator and Jurisdiction Secretary.
Notable Accomplishments
College Education: The Academy for Business and Careers
College Education: The University of Connecticut
Founder: Maranatha Ministries COGIC Inc.
Founder: Maranatha Life Changing Ministries
Ordained Minister: Ordained an Elder by Bishop C.H. Brewer Jr. in July of 1981
National Appointment: Administrative Assistant to Bishop HD Bordeaux, Jurisdictional AIM Chairman, Jurisdictional Financial Secretary, and National Adjutant
Retirement: State of Connecticut Department of Correction
Elder Roger Wilkins was married to the late Wanda Lee Moore for thirty years before her sudden passing in 2010. From this union, two beautiful daughters were born; Erica and Ashley Wilkins. By God’s grace Elder Wilkins continues to work the work of Him who has called him. In His service, until He comes,
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Black Girl Joy is not easy to come by during the days of COVID-19; The year 2020 will forever be known as the one that wasn’t! For the first time in history, children were relieved from their school duties and 100 percent promoted to the next grade. Parents were sent home from work indefinitely, and the United States, along with the rest of the world, shut-down, almost completely. Well, that was up until the Urban Academics Roundtable got its start.
Instead of crying and worrying about the world falling apart, it was decided that there needed to be a place to document everything happening around and to black and brown people amid the world changers. We can all agree; The world will never be the same.
Each week, a different person (male or female) sits in the HOT-Seat at Urban Academics, sharing their stories of resilience and triumphant encounters with doom; THey didn’t run away but stood tall now you can hear from each of them LIVE. These talks are raw, real, relevant, and much-needed for this generation.
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What is Women’s History Month?
Women’s History Month became a US celebration in 1982, but it was called Women’s History Week. Within just a few years, President Regan extended the week-long celebration into a full month of honoring women throughout American society, including black women. The National Women’s History Project takes credit for its founding.
According to History.Com, We should celebrate the contributions, notable accomplishments, and the transformative power women have in, for, and to the United States. Also, to be publicly recognized for specific achievements women have made over the course of our history in a variety of fields.”
This Week’s HOT-Seat:
This week at the Roundtable, we celebrate Twenty-Five Women Speakers with Black Girl Joy! Each one brings something new and fresh to the table, and they are the “Chosen Visionaries” of this generation, born for such a time as this. Please accept this as a formal invitation for you to dine at the Urban Academics Roundtable every Thursday at 9:30 PM. It’s an experience you will never forget. CLICK HERE to RSVP for a Seat.
Twenty-Five Women Speakers With Black Girl Joy https://www.urban-academics.com/hot-seat
The Chosen Twenty-Five With Black Girl Joy
The following is a list of powerful women who are blazing trails for anyone to follow, especially young girls. It’s not as easy as you may think to find examples of how we ought to carry ourselves as ladies, but that stops today. This resource is for you! If you see a link in this section, it means the woman has a book, product, or service that you can purchase. It means the world to creatives when someone finds their offerings and makes a purchase. It’s proof of concept and will help them continue running without weariness!
Elder Dinah Kinney, (New Haven, CT), Chief Deputy Clerk of Court for United States District Court of Connecticut, First Lady at Mount Hope Temple, and Ordained Minister
Kaye Harvey (New Haven, CT, by way of Atlanta, GA), President and CEO of Alexis Hill Montessori Schools, Inc.; And Robinhood Stock Representative
Please help us celebrate these women on the move by purchasing their books, products, and services and writing a review, sharing on social media, including comments, like, share, thumbs up, and whatever the platform calls for. This is the only way to go viral, and we must be in the business of sharing information. Please do not keep it all to yourself.
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What do people do when they forget who they are? This is the question this generation of black folks face when they stare themselves in the face and admit the truth. Who, what, when, where, and how did we get programmed this way?
What way? You might ask, and I’m glad you did (ask). This week’s HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary will take care of that with his plea for every boy, girl, man, and woman would say “Yes To Love!” Linwood Ali Jabbar Bran question and many more at the Urban Academics Roundtable – This week is no different, a Freedom Fighter, Historian, Writer, Founder and CEO of The Society of Former Slaves and Freemen, Inc.
Mr. Linwood Ali Jabbar Branham Sr. is a life-long resident of New Haven, Connecticut, dedicating his life to the fight for justice, freedom, equality, and education for those who suffered systemic racism. He is the founder and CEO of The Society of Former Slaves and Freemen, Inc., a non-profit organization that promotes the education, liberation, and inspiration of people of color with an emphasis on the youth.
Mr. Branham is a motivational speaker on both local and national stages and on radio stations too! He’s worked closely with Churches, Elementary, Middle, High Schools, Colleges, Universities, and Juvenile Detention Centers to spread his love for learning and blacks and brown people. The motto is to get the message out by any means necessary. His passion is participating as a panelist with organizers of committees focused on education and black issues and speaking to groups of today’s youth.
Linwood Ali Jabaar Branham New Haven Connecticut www.urban-academics.com
The “Love Train,” according to Mr. Linwood, is a vehicle anyone can climb aboard, no change, no bills, just goodwill one towards another. To this chosen visionary, there’s no stopping us as black folks – They’ve tried everything, but it’s God’s will to use his chosen people, which is us. So, change your mind about hate, starting today. Here’s a special invitation for you to dine with us at the Urban Academics Roundtable. GRAB A SEAT HERE!
Notable Accomplishments
A loving Father and Grandfather
A visionary who sees history as a continual unfolding of God’s Perfect Will
A Writer and Historical Storyteller
An organized and commemorated the 1st annual Black Holocaust Memorial ceremony in the nation (2014)
Entrepreneur: Founder and CEO of The Society of Former Slaves and Freemen, Inc.
Mr. Linwood Ali Jabaar Branham, through education, helps people heal and promote awareness prevention. When he’s not busy saving the world, gardening, growing flowers and food are his past times. Getting in touch with Mr. Branham is easy; use the comments section below. Thank you.
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What happens when you combine beauty and smarts, technology and skill, and the called and chosen? A major move in the natural and the spirit! During these days of COVID-19, we are well aware that there must be RAM in the Bush!
Churches are closed, and most schools do not have the capacity to fully open – They can’t begin to understand what today’s kids face in the new world adults have been forced into. Where, or to whom do our children run when they’ve run out answers or tears of their own?
This week’s HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary is one who is seeing great success and living her best life. However, that’s not always been her story; One including Child Sexual Abuse, and even Breast Cancer. Here are survivor stories from one who lived to tell. You must jump on this call – One that can save your mind and ultimately your life. It’s FREE, but you’ve got to REGISTER HERE!
Rev. Willetta “Lettie” Ar-Rahmaan, M.Div., MSIS is an Author, Bi-Vocational Ordained Baptist Minister, employed by IBM Software Quality Engineer Manager. She is the owner and visionary of On The Move Ministries, LLC, the former pastor of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Newton, NC, and former Minister of Assimilation at First Baptist Church West in Charlotte, NC. She’s a native of Hamden, CT, but completed high school in Durham, NC.
Notable Accomplishments:
A MINISTER: Bi-vocational Ordained Baptist Minister
Rev. Lettie believes through education, we can help people heal and promote awareness prevention. Lettie is the mother of one daughter and grandmother of three young women; Her Tag Line: #educatehealprevent.
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If you’re alive right now, it seems as if the thought of slavery is a thing of the past, like hundreds and hundreds of years ago; And while that is true, it really is not! The truth continues to point to these truths: Not every man is created equal and as petty as it may sound, that truth includes the fact that most folks in the United States have been trained to hate on some level causing many black and brown people to be mistreated.
On the surface, it may appear that we as a people are out of control; or simply have lost the way. Here’s the question: If we are not sure where we came from, how shall we ever return to a place where we know the truth. It seems impossible at best to believe we can ever truly experience what the actual slaves lived within the United States, but it goes down in history as having the largest groups of cash crops in the world.
The “experience” as it were, and its lingering effects are considered horrific, yes, but what would be more horrible is if we do not accurately account for these experiences in our voice as documentalists or story-tellers. But that all ends now with this week’s Urban Academics HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary. She spends her days interpreting the experience of 75-100 slaves who lived and died at the McLeod Plantation in Charleston South Carolina.
Reverend Toby Smith was born in Charleston, South Carolina, but grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She’s a graduate of USC, Columbia, and has done graduate work at American University and Colorado Christian University. Toby began her professional career at the Central Intelligence Agency, where she served domestically and abroad.
After eight years with the Federal Government, she returned home and began working at the Charleston County School District as the Public Relations Officer under the leadership of the late Superintendent, Sydney “Chip” Zullinger, who selected her to coordinate the district’s first bond campaign dedicated to repairing old dilapidated schools. That campaign led to politics and, her passion for the political process.
Rev. Smith’s biggest and boldest adventure to date: Commemoration 400, Charleston’s, year-long reflection on the experience of the enslaved and their descendants. Today, Toby is the Lead Interpretive Aide at McLeod Plantation Historic Site; One of two cultural locations in the US presenting slavery issues from the enslaved perspective. In this role, Toby interacts with guests and visitors from all over the world while telling compelling stories of the 74-100 enslaved people who lived and died at McLeod Plantation.
Rev. Toby Smith, Cultural Interpreter and Licensed Ordained Minister, HOT-Seat Visionary Number 41, Charleston SC
Notable Accomplishments
FIRSTS: City of Charleston Mayoral Candidate on Racial Reconciliation and engaging communities in need
FIRSTS: Charleston Metro Credit Union’s First African-American Director of the Affairs Group
MINISTRY: Licensed Ordained Minister at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church (Rev. Willis Glover, Sr., Pastor)
SERVICE: Assists the Food and Clothing Ministry
SERVICE: Executive Director of Midland Park Community Ministries
SERVICE: Expanded food pantry and clothes closet programming and services to Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties
SERVICE: Non-Profit Grants development and strategy funding
SERVICE: Non-Profit Grant Reviewer for the Compassion Capital Fund
SERVICE: Taught financial literacy, first-time homebuyer, pre-and post-bankruptcy, and mortgage default classes throughout the state of South Carolina
SERVICE: Weekly Bible study, and Sunday School Classes
SERVICE: Worked with Youth and Women’s Ministries
Writer:IMARA Woman magazine (Columbia, SC), covering education and financial literacy
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We celebrate BLACKNESS every day, but across the world, February is a constant reminder of how far we’ve come as a people; Look @ Us! Closing out Black History Month 2021 COVID-19 Edition is a historian caught in the “Twilight Zone.” Someone who can remember “Before Freedom!”
My mother was born and raised in a tiny little place in South Carolina, not even on the map, one of twelve siblings, yet I’ve never heard her refer to the term “Geechee Gullah, nor Gullah Geechee, but why? Learning of this cultural and wealthy legacy has changed my life, and I pray it changes yours as you travel through time with a tour guide who uses the term “After Freedom.”
Black History month may be coming to a close based on the world’s calendar, but Being black in America will always be a mixed-bag of emotionally charged questions from one generation to the next. However, today is the dawning of a new day where the truth shall make us free. Change has come. Let us not miss this moment.
Gullah
Gullah is a combination of Creolized language taking root through customs, traditions, and awful circumstances resulting from slavery in the US. This “Gullah” language was spoken by slaves settling in both South Carolina and Georgia. It’s not written language; It’s the passage and patios of the Lowcountry.
A good pot of GUMBO passed down over time might sum it up? African, English, and any adaptations, expressions, and words – Even foreign languages picked up, based on slave owner’s nationality.
The word “Gullah” might be a mixture of the African word Gora or Gola (names of tribes living in Sierra Leone). Some believe the Gala or Gallinas are the African connection for the Gullah people in the Sea Islands.
Alphonso Brown, Author, Entrepreneur and Famous Historian of Gullah Geechee Culture in the HOR-Seat at Urban Academics Thursdays at 9:30 pm EST: https://bit.ly/UranAcademicsRoundtableSeat
Alphonso Brown was born and reared in Rantowles, SC, a rural area about 12 miles south of Charleston. He graduated from Baptist Hill High School. He received a BS Degree from S. C. State University in Music and a Masters’s from Southern Illinois University. Other Graduate studies in music include The University of SC, Charleston University, and The Citadel.
Lecturer: The Gullah Language & Black History of Charleston
Licensed Tour Guide | City of Charleston, SC
National Educators Association
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.
SC Band Directors Association
SC Music Educators Association
The American Hymn Society
What’s More?
King Alonso is a member and the organist/choirmaster of Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church in Charleston. His concert choir participates in community events throughout the Southeast at colleges, churches, Fortune 500 conventions, and the Kellogg Foundation convention. And the annual Piccolo Spoleto Festival of Churches, where they do an all-Negro Spiritual Concert, looks forward. Also, every other year, the Choir performs the Dubois’ “Seven Last Words of Christ. During Christmas, they fulfill several selections from Handel’s Messiah.
Mr. Brown is a retired Band Director from The Charleston County School District, where he worked at Rivers High/Middle School for many years. He and his late wife, Laquines, are the proud parents of three sons: Howard, Terrence, and Joel, three daughters-in-law, and presently, eight grandchildren.
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Death, Dying, and Matters of The Heart are significant now more than ever before most folks. COVID-19 has left the world grieving without closure. Yet, we all must continue going on without our lost family, friends, and loved ones.
We send your family’s condolences amongst those experiencing extreme loss of any kind, COVID-19 related or not. The overarching prayer is that you allow God’s blanket of love to cover your body, mind, and spirit, today and forever.
Loss in basic terms regardless of level (car, home, keys, money, etc.) can be devastating, but when a funeral home is involved, it hit’s a little different. There’s no turning back from tomorrow, next week, year, and forever; And this is true for an entire community. This week in the HOT-Seat is someone who works with families in crisis every day, providing professional service and hope for a future. He’s the bridge between the living and the dead. Don’t miss this one because it involves us all.
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Palmer L Dupree, Sr., General Director and Funeral Director at Long & Son’s Mortuary Service. located in Charlotte, NC. Mr. Palmer is responsible for the overall funeral experience; they (funerals) are essential for grief, healing, and loss. These gatherings create unforgettable memories of loved ones, both living and gone on to be with the lord. Traditionally, It’s a particular time where everyone gathers from far and near to pay tribute. Memories from these events should live on forever.
Today, because of COVID-19 and social distancing, so many of us have had to say good-bye to our loved ones over a Zoom call or attend services wearing masks, unable to embrace in hugs. The African-American community has been the most challenging part of these kinds of losses—the pains associated with closure and the lack thereof.
On Death and Dying; Matters of the Heart
It is true that death and dying may be morbid but deserves attention and discussion; If you are reading this, even you have a date with GOD, you cannot pray or talk yourself out of it. With that said, let us explore what happens when you contact someone like Mr. Dupree or find yourself involved with a funeral home because you have lost a loved one.
Long & Son’s Mortuary
Long’s Mortuary, established in 1947 in Charlotte, NC, was managed by Lem Long, Jr. and Beamon Long (his uncle). One year later (1948), It became Long & Aery Funeral Home, and three years later went back to the name “Long’s Mortuary.” By 1958 (10-years later), Longs Mortuary relocated again to 2312 Beatties Ford Road, where it remains today. It’s a beautiful facility that is extremely professional.
By 1971, Long’s Mortuary morphed into Long & Son’s Mortuary Service (Mrs.) Eddie Vaughn Long, wife of Lem Long, Jr., and their son, Lem Long III, joining their team.
Long’s is a family and black-owned and operated business while serving Mecklenburg County and the surrounding areas.
1st Fleet
Current Fleet
Are You Interested in Becomming a Mortician?
In most U.S. states, Morticians need a minimum of an Associate’s Degree in mortuary science, but depending on the establishment, they may prefer those who have earned a bachelor’s. To become a funeral director or an embalmer, you must become licensed; However, you have not completed one to three years of experience at a licensed funeral home.
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If you were to google “Gullah” you would find terms like Gullah-Gullah Island, Gullah language, food/restaurants, etc. So where did the term Geechee Gullah, or Ghulla-Geechee come from? What’s the true history around this interestingly POWERFUL development of black folks, who I hear, landed in South Caroling as FREE Men; but later became slaves. Tonight; We’ll find out, you should grab a seat?
In this week’s HOT-Seat is a Chosen Visionary you cannot afford to miss. This is the closest you might ever get to a historian of this caliber, who has directly involved in the fight for Civil Rights his entire life. You can sit with him capturing nuggets of wisdom and learning truths you can’t get anywhere else. You can ask good questions getting age-old answers (from someone who was there).
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Pastor, Charity Missionary Baptist Church, North Charleston, SC, and Vice President, Religious Affairs and External Relations, National Action Network (NAN)
In July 2014, Rev. Rivers became Vice President of Religious Affairs and External Relations of the National Action Network (NAN) under the courageous leadership of the Rev. Al Sharpton. Rev. Rivers is honored to work with Rev. Sharpton in an organization known for taking action in todays’ civil rights battles.
In September 2008, Rev. Rivers became Pastor of Charity Missionary Baptist Church in the Liberty Hill community of North Charleston, SC. He is committed to preaching and teaching the “liberating good news”of Jesus Christ.
For over 38 years Rev. Rivers worked at every level of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) including President, North Charleston, South Carolina Branch; Executive Director,South Carolina State Conference; Director, Southeast Region; Chief Operating Officer, twice as Chief of Field Operations, and Vice President of Stakeholder Relations from 2008 until May 2014.
His civil rights work led to the election of more than 300 new black elected officials in South Carolina between 1986 and 1994. He was a leading organizer of the largest civil rights demonstration in the history of South Carolina when over 50,000 marched in Columbia, SC, in January 2000 to demand the removal of the Confederate Battle Flag. Rev. Rivers was there when the flag was finally removed from the front of the capital in 2015.
Noteable Accomplishments
PASTOR, Charity Missionary Baptist Church (North Charleston, SC)
Appearances: Rev. Rivers has appeared on BET, NPR, CNN, MSNBC, Sky News, and 60 Minutes.
Appearances: Rev. Rivers has a speaking role in the movie Separate but Equal starring Sidney Poitier.
Appointments: to the Board of Directors of the Direct Action and Research Training Center, (DART); A national network of grassroots, nonprofit, congregation-based community organizations that brings people together
Membership: Founding Member of CAJM in 2011; CAJM is an inter-faith, inter-religious, inter-racial group of 30 congregations and organizations in the Charleston, SC area doing justice through congregational work.
Membership: immediate past co-president of the Charleston Area Justice Ministry (CAJM)
Service: Board of Trustees of Wilberforce University from 1994 until 2014 and is now Trustee Emeritus.
Speaker/Preacher: invited and spoke at the historic Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Al where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. pastored.
Rev. Rivers’has received numerous awards for his civil rights and community work, include, but are not limited to:
Honorary Doctor of Humanities Degree, Wilberforce University
Induction in Wilberforce University Association Hall of Fame• Induction into the South Carolina Black Hall of Fame
Medgar Evers Award of Excellence in 2004 as the top NAACP staff professional
Honored with the month of October 2008 South Carolina African American Heritage Calendar
2016 H. E. DeCosta Trailblazer Award by South Carolina African American Heritage Commission
2018 Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Vision Award by the YWCA of Greater Charleston during their MLK Celebration
2018 Grimke Award Recipient from The Sophia Institute
Rev. Rivers is guided by the words of Jesus the Christ found in the Gospel of Mark 10:43:“Yet it shall not be so among you, but whoever desires to become great among you shall be your servant.”He is honored to be a servant of the people of God!
He is married to the former Carolyn Smalls of Charleston and has five children and eight grandchildren. He received his bachelor’s degree from Wilberforce University in Ohio, which is the first private Black-owned and operated university in America. He is pursuing his Master of Divinity at Erskine Theological Seminary, Due West, SC. mHe is a lifelong servant in the fight for justice!
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In business, regardless of a niche market or industry, branding could mean the difference between failure and success. When you combine the skills necessary to make a difference in today’s anxious, busy, and hectic society through social channels it gets even more difficult to navigate because everything is changing so fast.
To be in the know, you’ve got to surround yourself with folks who not only know what they are talking about but also know “how” to do what they are talking about and want nothing more than to share that with you. This week in the HOT-Seat is no different than any other, but one you don’t want to miss.
This week in the HOT-Seat is a Media Mogul who climbed up there all by herself! She’s an award-winning writer/producer skilled in social media branding, television, and movie production. It’s hard getting into a room with this one; But here’s your chance to dine at the table. Don’t miss this great opportunity, and PLEASE don’t keep it to yourself. Share with ALL your family, fans, and followers.
Carla Yarbrough is an award-winning producer/writer, digital communications strategist, social media branding and visual marketing consultant, and new media video producer. She comes from the field of communications, television, and video production working in the public and private sector. Carla is also an online adjunct lecturer in the Global Strategic Communications graduate program at Florida International University in Miami.
Her career began in television at WTNH-TV 8 (ABC) in New Haven, CT. She has worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC; the University of California Riverside; the University of Kentucky HealthCare; and the National Council on Compensation Insurance in Boca Raton, FL by leading visual brand strategies and new media projects. She was also an assistant professor at California State University, Long Beach in the department of journalism and public relations, and Cal State Fullerton in the department of communications for 12 years.
You may not know this, but branding is a marketing practice that includes colors, fonts and can get really deep like language. For Example, at the Urban Academics. Weekly Roundtable, we refer to eating and food because we are “branding” the notion that food is not only physical but much the same it’s education, emotional, spiritual, and probably good for more than that. Your brand should represent you and the customers you seek to serve. Don’t miss this segment if you need to get in front of a qualified professional to ask questions at no cost to you! Use this link to register for a seat at this week’s roundtable.
Author: “When The Heart Takes Flight” by Carla Yarbrough
Award: Emmy; Co-Producer for the film: “I Am A Man: Lessons in Life”
Entrepreneur: Executive Director and Owner of TenOutOfTen, LLC Production Company
Producer: Effects of HIV/AIDS on Children & Famliesin Soweto (South Africa)
Producer: Several Films at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music (Memphis, TN)
Service: The advisory Committee for Soulsville USA at Stax Museum
Working Credits: Consultant to CBS Television (Burbank, CA) for a drama series & comedy show
Working Credits: Appeared on NPR (KPCC 89.3) providing commentary and examining stereotypes in reality-based television
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The Urban Academics Roundtable is your weekly dose of shareable content around Academics & Education. Each week, the goal is to educate, encourage, inform, inspire, lead, motivate, share, teach black, brown, and poor folks worldwide.
Who should attend? Administrators, Educators, Child Advocates, Entrepreneurs, Mental Health Professionals, Parents, Students, Upward Mobile Professionals, School Systems Interested in Change, Teachers, and any People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher (P.I.M.O.S.H.) Affiliates.
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Here we are at the closing of January 2021 and what’s trending is COVID-19, Stimulus Checks, and Income Taxes. Most folks are over the rush of a presidential election, Exhale in the fact that the Don has left the building.
Now what? If you’ve learned anything during this pandemic, let it be nothing in this life is sacred; All eyes will close, and everything has its end. With that said – Millions didn’t make it, but you’re the one who did. What’s next?
Either way, God Bless You! The government has set us up for something – It might be we all split paying it back (you never know), so getting in where you fit in makes you smart, ahead of the game. A windfall of a stimulus + income tax compiled? That’s a blessing, but don’t blow it. Write down some thought-provoking questions andget on this call. Here’s how to RSVP! Lady Toni is The RAW REAL & Relevant Deal – Thursday at 9:30 PM (EST)
Three Books You Should Read (In Alphabetical Order
Ms. Clark is a knowledgeable Financial Services Professional with over 35 years of banking, investments, and insurance experience. She helps individuals, families, and business owners obtain financial independence. She hopes to exceed her clients’ expectations by assisting them in achieving their financial goals.
Lady Toni has a customized approach recommending tailored strategies to each client’s individual needs. She loves Harlem and educating local community members on the importance of having a solid Financial Plan including, but not limited to life insurance. From Savings to Stimulus – Ask Lady Toni! Get your finances in order NOW; Reserve A Seat NOW!
It’s a new day now! You can have it as you see it, so dream big, like this week’s Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat. She is a Harlem, NY native who worked her way up the latter’s financial services. Her gifts and passions both challenge and educate the poor, broken-hearted, and those feeling left out inputting the energy of misfortune (NOT OUR MOUTHS) where our money is! A financial plan with wealth management built-into it is what we ALL need, and it’s at the roundtable, Thursday’s at 9:30 PM (EST) – Bring your appetite and eat well. It’s FREE, Register HERE.
Notable Accomplishments
35-Years in Financial Services
Black Investment Advisor Representative
Estate Planning Professional
Growth in Premier Institutions: MetLife
Growth in Premier Institutions: New York Life
Growth in Premier Institutions: TD Ameritrade
Growth in Premier Institutions: JP Morgan Chase
Managing portfolios: 550 High Net Worth Clients
Started at the Bottom Now She’s Here
What’s More?
When Lady Toni finds time for herself, she spends it with family, friends, or on the tennis courts with anyone present. She was born and raised in Harlem, NY and has no intention on leaving home anytime soon.
Three Things You Should Do (In Alphabetical Order)
Dr. Ed Joyner has had a lifetime of academic experience, but it wasn’t always easy. He’s the Number Four Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat at Urban Academics. His willingness to share his story with such truth has made us all better. Many of our members refer to some of his one-liners often. Some call those “sound-bites,” and they make us better too!
For example, there’s no need to build a platform for one person or type of person – A table should be openly honest and where you can say what you have to. Anyone listening will give you what’s needed to get and keep the chest area clean and clear. Here at the Urban Academics Roundtable, we honor any opinions knowing that some people have salt, others use an herb you’ve never considered but a match nonetheless. We challenge you to listen to this incredible story, and if you move to change, we’ve done well, but there’s more—Check out BETA Membership AT Urban Academics.
The Philiosophy of Collaboration
According to most at the lowest level, collaboration is to share in contributing to a project or work – Something tangible is the outcome. It’s the thought of equal participation by people; animals don’t count and shared results amongst contributors.
Sometimes this concept, easy as it appears, had underlying cons as well as pros. An example of a con/scam would be one or more individuals demanding an equal reward for minimal to no effort to proposed outcomes, thereby causing everyone else to pick up the slack. It leaves a bad taste in some mouths while others could care less. If you’re not careful here – split right down the middle.
Collaboratives of all colors, shapes, and sizes exist for many things with a much broader philosophy. Membership is a better term than a partnership, and I will go over the differences in another post, as for this talk and how we can utilize others’ strengths to accomplish more than we could alone. BETA Membership at Urban Academics provides an opportunity for authors, entrepreneurs, speakers, or others to get their message out to the world. Collaborative content creation is a new way to create fresh content regardless of if folks are prolific thinkers and writers.
The best information or transfer thereof has been because there was more than one thought at the table. The Urban Academics Roundtable is the perfect platform and vehicle for constant Raw, Real, and Relevant Topical Content on Auto-Pilot. Not only that, but featuring real-life black, brown, and other to-notch HOT-Seat Chosen Visionaries from around the country and ultimately around the world. GO TO BETA MEMBERSHIP NOW.
Urban Academics desires to get everything right, but we know based on experience, things sometimes go wrong. With the BETA Membership programs, we want to partner with folks who wish for their products and services to rise up and above the packs, and we want the same. With BETA Membership, we provide you with services at a fraction of their original costs – In return for genuine and honest feedback. We will determine what works and what does NOT quickly make it better for black and brown folks who sometimes won’t read everything getting themselves into trouble.
So that you know, a “C” is failing in the inner-city urban schools. We know you cannot compete, and few if anyone has the time to step in for students, but Urban Academics wants to change that too! With the launch of Speaker’s Bureau at Urban Academics, we’ll be matching BETA Members through Speaker’s Bureau to speaking opportunities where decision-makers in academia are likely to be. GO TO BETS MEMBERSHIP NOW to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Here we are into a new year ushering in prophecy and a paradigm shift; A unique dispensation has come. One this that’s true about COVID-19, the 2020 Presidential Election, and the 2021 Inaugural address, swearing-in President Joe Biden, Jr. and Kamala Harris. COVID-19 changed the world based on over-turning the U.S. education system, now turned over to Sir. Joe and Lady Kamala re-building; Bigger, better, and stronger than ever.
Every item purchased comes with instructions; even your t-shirts have tags with washing instructions included. Suppose our children aren’t reading by a certain age. In that case, many things go into play, including but not limited to low expectations, math restrictions, and not being able to read laundry labels. Frustration can set in when children are not successful in school. It may seem trivial, but it’s happening everyday within our inner-city schools.
It’s a good thing some urban professionals understood their calling and purpose early enough to position themselves as change agents. This week’s Chosen Visionary is an educational leader, activist, and advocate who has been developing young people for years. The communities of Bridgeport and New Haven, CT, are incredibly proud to have him, and the work he’s doing helps struggling students tremendously.
Kevin P. Muhammad, leading by example, has consistently directed his energies towards improving the lives of those living in poor and underserved communities across the state of Connecticut. An unapologetic educational advocate for parents and their children, Mr. Muhammad, serves as a voice for the voiceless, liaising with schools and other agencies on behalf of families. As an educator, he works relentlessly to ensure that marginalized Black and Brown children can access a rigorous and equitable curriculum.
He’s a well sought-after compelling keynote and motivational speaker. He has presented numerous audiences, including schools, organizations, and communities, on an assortment of content and topics that include education, prison, reform, health care, and spirituality. In May 2016, he was the Keynote speaker at a community conversation on the necessity of Defining Leadership, held at The University of Massachusetts.
In 2017 to address the need for cultural sensitivity training and support among correctional officers at the Corrigan Radgrowski Correctional Center, Mr. Muhammad himself provides this training. He worked with officials on engaging with inmates of color and those from different ethnicities.
Awards
AWARD: 100 Black Men of Color” Honorees
AWARD: “Fathers Who Are Active in the Community”–Mother Demand Action
AWARD: Greater Bridgeport NAACP, Public Leadership Education
AWARD: Greater Bridgeport NAACP, Award for Education by W.E.B. Du Bois.
AWARD: The Muhammad Islamic Center, People’s Victory Award, Outstanding Service in Education
AWARD: 100 Black Men of Color” Honorees
Other Noteworthy Accomplishment
Collaboration: Connecticut Against Violence (CAV) Organization. For the past eight years, he has worked with CAV,
Created MUCKMUDD, L.L.C.
Member: Bridgeport’s Mayor’s Youth Violence Initiative: My Brother’s Keeper Youth
Offers day schooling as an alternative to the public school
Provides tutoring and mentoring services, to hundreds of (K-12) students within Fairfield County
Serves as an education advocate for children and families
Speaker & Facilitator
What’s More?
Mr. Muhammad is a graduate of Sacred Heart University with a Bachelor’s in Science and Biology. He maintains a Sixth Year Degree in Educational Administration and is currently pursuing another degree. When he finds any rare spare time, he loves spending it in fitness and with his family. If you have any questions, please leave them in the comments section below.
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Girls in Pearls worldwide are celebrating and honoring the light of Lady Kamala Harris who takes her place in history today as the first African American (Black) Woman and the United States Vice President. A moment in history this bright contains within it the power to transcend a generation of folks who feel left behind and all alone.
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are front and center for the 2021 Presidential Inauguration. One might say they are no strangers to the Whitehouse nor to inaugurations – They’ve both been on politics so long, they’ve been to their share of prestigious events rubbing elbows as high up as you can get. It hits different when you are at the very tip of the top, and your day has come much more than you could have ever asked or thought.
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Today, everyone needs an example worth looking up to; It seems we have lost our way. Women have always been the backbone of everything and one coming straight from the inner=city who also happened to have attended an HBCU – Oh yes, it’s on.
Little girls, tweens, and our young adults need to understand this is confirmation their dreams are alive and well. Yes, there was a sweeping of sorts before this moment and the world has changed. We lost co-workers, family members, and friends. Many people had to leave (the world) over two million people have already died within the last 10-months due to COVID-19.
Please share this invitation to join us on ZOOM at 10:00 AM, Januaty 21, 2021
This is a virtual event over the ZOOM platform and it’s easy. Here’s what you need to do:
1. Tell all your girls & guys too 2. Wear Pearls 3. Go to ZOOM.com and login 4. Enter the 6. Enter the Passcode 7. Click the appropriate link for LIVE (Zoom Video) 8. Join the Celebration
Wear Pearls, Tell Girls to Watch A Girl Take Over the World; Men Welcome (Pearls Optional) It’s Free, memorable, and virtual; Registration is required: https://bit.ly/RSVP-2021GirlsandPearls
As New Year 2021 settles in while COVID-19 is still amidst, there remains one thing that we cannot put off any longer; And that’s the educating of our children, especially those attending inner-city schools with less than adequate resources.
More than ever, we need educators at every level from every walk of life to share what you know. Children and parents alike are starving for you and what you have to offer. Click HERE Make HOT-Seat Reservation!
In The HOT-Seat, Number Thirty-Four, this Week’s Chosen Visionary is Lady Alice Faye Duncan (Memphis, TN). She is anAuthor and Historian who penned the book Memphis, Martin, and The Mountaintop; The Sanitation Strike of 1068. While Lady Duncan has quite a few books published and available (listed below); You can DOWNLOAD a GIFTED PDF Copy here of Memphis, Martin, and The Mountaintop; The Sanitation Strike of 1968. It’s NOT free, but during the week of Martin Luter King’s Birthday, she pays it forward with a Freebie.
Lady Alice Faye Duncan grew up just minutes from where Martin Luther King Jr. was killed; Constant reminders shaped her life and love of history. Having her here at the Urban Academics Roundtable is awesome, Kicking-off Black History Month! Some folks would believe Black History Month is somehow shade because it’s in February (the shortest calendar month). However, M.L.K. Holiday has always been the fore-runner from January 15 – February 28th or 29th, whichever is up if you opened your eyes.
Ms. Duncan has a lifetime of memories and research to share, so grab a seat and a bib so you can eat without messing up your clothes. She knows the truth about Martin Luther King, and we are blessed to break bread. Join us every Thursday; What Urban Folks Need to understand, remember, share, and teach to our children.
Is Martin’s Dream Alive? What is Black History Month? Let’s talk about it? Join us at the Urban Academics Roundtable for a candid discussion on making sure we learn, so we have something to teach our children! Don’t keep it all to yourself – Tell a friend – The Urban Academics Roundtable, Thursday at 9:30 pm (E.S.T.)
Raw, Real, and Relevant Intellectual Talk with HOT-Seat Q&A
Inner-City Urban Content Creation, Thursdays, 9:30p EST
The Urban Academics Roundtableconvenes discussions on various subjects and topics around academics and education and issues affecting each one today. It’s an intellectual talk show with HOT-Seat Q & A around the inner-city urban experience – For Business, Home, and School.
The Coveted “HOT-Seat,” is reserved for forward-thinking folks who have resources and tools readily available to discuss issues in our communities needing change now, one family/person/topic at a time. We need solutions, not more problems, for today’s questions. These conversations are necessary and RAW, often too “HOT” to stop. You can recommend someone, a colleague, or other professional – Contact Patrina S Reddick by Clicking HERE.
In the way you and I are familiar with, public relations has changed significantly over the years, and that’s good news for anyone looking to score press and publicity, including you and me. It’s easier now than ever to reach out directly to folks in any industry (niche) you are interested in. Social media platforms like Linked In are priceless for freelancers and professionals. Facebook and Instagram are social in nature, but if you’re looking for more business leads, I recommend Linked-In.
With the changes in public relations, which is new, we all look forward to every day, sometimes every minute, depending on who we are. With millions of mom and pop publishers closing their doors, this HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary managed to stay afloat amidst turbulent and unforeseen times.
Black American Engineering Scholarship Award ($40k) Due January 15, 2021
If you are African American – Black student in the United States and are comfortable with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM); Here’s an awesome opportunity. According to the Helping Project, Black American’s only account for about 7% of STEM programs and 9% of all engineering degrees awarded. This scholarship opportunity levels the playing field is vitally important—especially since diverse teams are 21% more likely to outperform industry profitability.
This annually renewable and flexible scholarship of up to $10,000 (up to four years) provides Black Americans pursuing careers in engineering a path towards success. Selected candidates receive substantial financial assistance that can be used for school expenses including tuition, books, fees, room, and board. The Black American Engineering Scholarship Award recipients also participate in an exceptional mentorship program designed to support their professional success.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be Black American
The applicant is pursuing a degree in engineering
The applicant is enrolled at a public or private university or college with a strong engineering program
The applicant Must be in good academic standing
The applicant demonstrates a financial need
The applicant is willing to participate in the mentoring program
CONTACT Information:
Scholarship Committee, 1180 Ponde de Leon Blvd 201 Clearwater, FL 33756, info@thehelpingproject.org, 727-489-5885
Architech’s Foundation ($20,000) – Diversity Advancement Scholarship – Due January 15, 2021
If you are a minority and an engineering student, this multi-year scholarship, up to $20,000, can change your life! The Diversity Advancement Scholarship was designed to help more minority students pursue a successful career in architecture. Multiple scholarships are available.
Minority students with imagination and design skills will influence the built environment and the architecture profession.
Who is Eligible
a high school student planning to enroll in a NAAB-accredited architecture degree program;
a rising second-year college student in a NAAB-accredited architecture degree program; or,
a technical school or community college student who has completed high school or its equivalent and intends to transfer to a NAAB-accredited architecture program
NAAB-accredited degree programs may be a five-year Bachelor of Architecture degree or a four-year pre-professional bachelor degree followed by a Master of Architecture degree. Scholarships may be renewed for up to 5 years (up to a $20,000 total award—multiple scholarships are available).
The Diversity Advancement Scholarship was created in 1970 with an initial grant from the Ford Foundation after civil rights leader Whitney Young Jr. challenged architects in 1968 to create a more responsible and equitable field. Read the program report here.
Center For Alcohol Policy has $5k Scholarships; National Essay Contest, Due January 8, 2021
The Center For Alcohol Policy (5K) National Essay Contest is accepting entries for its 13th Annual Essay Contest. This national academic event is intended to foster debate, analysis, and examination of state alcohol regulation in the 21st Century. Each year, students and professionals are encouraged to participate in this significant effort to bring attention to state alcohol regulation, its complexities, and many successes. Two things you need to know about the National Essay Contest:
It’s Worth Five Thousand Dollars ($5k)
It’s Due January 8
Nothing to it but to do it – Get out your packet and write your article (essay); and please don’t freeze – Turn it in! There are so many of my students who actually write the essay and they are afraid to follow through. Not you; Get to it now while there is still time.
Guidelines and Rules for This National Essay Content
WHO CAN ENTER:
The essay contest is open to all over the age of 18 as of December 2020. Students, academics, practicing attorneys, policymakers, regulators, public health representatives, and any person with an interest in alcohol law and policy are encouraged to submit essays.
No relatives of individuals working for the Center for Alcohol Policy, its leadership, or contest judges are eligible to submit entries for this contest. Any interested person working for a government entity must certify their ability to enter and win this contest prior to submitting an essay and comply with appropriate ethics laws.
FORMAT AND CONTENT:
A wide range of essay formats are eligible and encouraged, such as formal law review articles or graduate school essays.
Any form of citation is acceptable, as long as the structure is consistent throughout the piece.
The essay should be submitted double spaced with at least 12-point font in Times New Roman format and should not exceed 25 pages in length, exclusive of endnotes.
Submissions published previously or accepted for publication may be considered – Only if the author has secured consent from the other journal for the Center for Alcohol Policy to post the winning publication on its website with an appropriate note about the other publication.
JUDGING PROCESS:
All submissions will go through an initial screening process. Finalists from this process then will be given to a panel of judges who review the following for each essay:
Analysis of the question and the depth of this analysis;
The readiness of the essay for publication;
Quality of the writing, the originality of the topic, and the analysis used;
The thoroughness of the research and its overall ability to creatively and effectively discuss regulation of the alcohol industry.
Foot Locker Offers ($20,000) No Essay Athletic Scholarships to High School Athletes – Due January 6, 2021
Foot Locker is awarding incoming college freshmen with $20,000 in scholarship funding to pursue a 4-year college degree – not because they scored the most touchdowns or goals, but because sports have helped them grow into strong leaders at school and in their communities.
As a bonus, one of the 20 winners will be chosen for the Ken C. Hicks scholarship to demonstrate superior educational achievement, outstanding leadership, and a genuine love of the game. This winner will receive an additional $5000 award (for a total of $25,000).
This year’s 20 winners will join the program’s nine previous Foot Locker Scholar Athletes classes, which will result in 200 total scholarship recipients since the program’s inception in 2011. Applicants are evaluated based on whether they are Foot Locker Scholar Athlete material. The ideal candidates would be proactive, highly motivated, inspiring, charismatic, honest, trustworthy, genuine, healthy, and courageous. Additionally, promising applicants embody good sportsmanship, strong moral character, are passionate/committed to empowering their community, are confident and enthusiastic leaders, come from diverse backgrounds, and display academic excellence.
Does any of the children in your family attend a Montessori School? Many of our black and brown parents report having never heard of Montessori schools, but they have been around for years. What is now known as Montessori Education was established by a woman named Maria Montessori, whose idea was to create an environment embracing the holistic approach to each child, fostering lifelong explorative and self-paced learning.
The thing is, the Montessori learning/teaching style is nothing new – ALL of the thousands of the children I’ve worked with over the years were born with that philosophy built right in. The problem presents itself when a child does not conform to the request of the parent, teacher, or both; Punishment is likely to happen before the unsuspecting adult has time to help little Sally or Johnny process the why and what will make the attitude or tantrum go away. Almost 100% of the time, children will tell you what happened if they don’t know how they felt about what happened and why.
In my personal experience, there were no Montessori schools in my neighborhood. Still, I can imagine many parents, teachers, and others have been embracing similar teaching styles without adding Lady Maria Montessori’s name to the mix. But, I digress. The desired outcome is to raise conscious and good productive citizens in the world with something to offer someone else. It doesn’t always work out that way, but this Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat has made it her life’s work to develop young people worldwide. She shares her story of overcoming barriers to being one of the first black folks to open a Montessori school in Connecticut and the only one in both the Hill and Fair Haven sections of New Haven.
Notable Accomplishments
Black Owned Enterprise Business
Community Organizing Guru
First Black Woman to Open Montessori School in New Haven, CT
Motivating is the most powerful piece to your drive; without it, you have none (drive). Merely thinking about the people you want to meet, places you want to go, and the things you want to do won’t happen if an action or some kind of movement is not taken. Almost every young person I work with has a dream, something they really want; However, few have a plan or vision for how they will attain it.
In my work at PIMOSH, which is an acronym for People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher. So, you know how many motivating means to me – It’s our middle name.
This week’s Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat is an example of all things motivation fueled by faith and self-determination. From her earliest of days, she didn’t feel challenged by any of her teachers; then finally special People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher (PIMOSH) showed up and because of the relationships built with positive adults and peers, she has dedicated her life to motivating other Black and Brown students all over the world.
“Fina A Way; Or Make a Way!
Rev.Doctor Tarin Hampton (Norfolk, VA)
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Rev. Dr. Tarin Hampton (Norfolk, VA) has been a University Educator for over 30 years. She earned her Ph.D. in Expository Preaching in 2011 from Faith Evangelical Seminary, Kumasi, Ghana, and her Ed.D is in Educational Leadership, completed in 2002 from Clark Atlanta University. She is a Full Professor at Norfolk State University and the Department Head for the Department of Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science. She served as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Cape Coast in Ghana, West Africa on a Sabbatical Contract invitation for almost 3 years, and was instrumental in collaboratively establishing the Dance Major in the Department of Music, which is now the Department of Music and Dance. She maintains her connections to UCC as an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Arts as a Dissertation Advisor. She is a two-time recipient of a Fulbright-Hayes Scholarship (2000 – Morocco and Tunisia, and 2008 – Ghana, West Africa). She has participated in and organized numerous Community Service Projects and Educational Conferences throughout her teaching career. She is serving as our Academic Advisor for Life Changes Ministries, Kumasi, Ghana.
Notable Accomplishments
Award (2016): National Leader of the Year from Virginia Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Sports and Dance National Dance Society
Award (2015): Minority Leadership Awards – Shape America, formerly the AAHPERD National Association American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
President of National Dance Society – Coming Soon (2021)
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When this Chosen Visionary is simply Lady Tarin, she enjoys what she does best, dancing working out and working with students at Norfolk University. What a blessing she is, and she will be listed in the Urban Academics Speaker’s Bureau launching January 2020!
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Believe it or not, Christmas is here, and with it, there’s lots of food mistletoe, and shopping; But it’s not as much fun without the background music of the temptations and Kirk Franklin’s Christmas. At least for Black and Brown families, we like that music in the background, as it sets the stage for family, laughter, and love.
There’s only one thing missing – Laughter in the voices of children after all isn’t that Christmas is all about – The kids? Well, PIMOSH Publishing Company is responsible for the Crunch Bunch Kids brand that’s mainly distributed through the FREE Library system across the country, and now has found itself into mainstream reach.
Thank Crunch Bunch Kids kids, A Christmas Letter, parents can now make playlists for the whole family, including the children. Of course, not all songs are child-like, but rather a genuine look at what life is like, even during the magical month of December. Get your copy now!
What an awesome way to be free! Juneteenth, a National Holiday! There are only three opinions that matter in the court of law: (1) The Facts/Truth; (2) The Human Element; and (3) The LAW. The ladder superseding them all, but only because it is LAW. Any of the other two can make the law (letter) of none effect.
If ever there was a time for a country like the united states of America to pay attention to its history and make necessary concessions. When I was a little girl, I wondered who was writing our stories? I mean, some things off the cuff do NOT make much sense, nor cents, ha! But, within all that came a woman who would change history forJuneteenth, and she is the Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat …
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Yessir, I can say, ha! I mean it too. But why am I so cocky with this Hot-Seat Chosen Visionary posted article? Because discovering that there is no rush to live is refreshing. Sitting at the Master’s table at Urban Academics has enlightened my understanding of dreams, goals, and timing. Therefore, age has little to nothing to do with those (objectives, goals, and timing). After meeting this week’s Chosen Visionary, I am well able to continue in the path to each dream of dropping off and picking up whatever I am supposed to whenever God wills.
This week’s Chosen Visionary in the HOT-Seat is an example of all things faith. From her earliest years, she has been able to triumph over obstacles that would have destroyed others, having no choice but to give up and quit. Nope; Not this one. She kept going as if driven by a higher power. The source of success, long life, is a direct result of her faith, proving that grace abounds in her life and those around her.
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Lady Opal Lee is from Fort Worth, TX, and she’s the 94-year-old who wants Juneteenth to be a National Holiday. Yes, Juneteenth originated in TX, but 47 states now have it as a state day of observance to commemorate the ending of slavery. More are making it a paid day off, including Virginia, New York, and Texas. Ms. Lee believes Juneteenth can be a unifier because it recognizes that slaves didn’t free themselves. They had help from Quakers along the Underground Railroad; abolitionists were black and white like Frederick Douglass and William Lloyd Garrison, soldiers, and many others who gave their lives for the enslaved’s freedom.
How Does She Do It?
I started a walking campaign in Washington, DC, in 2016 and have continued it to bring awareness that there is support for it all across this nation. There is legislation in the Senate S.4019 and in the House H.R.7232 – Juneteenth National Independence Day Act – that needs to be passed into law.
Her vision is gaining traction with the National Football League, Nike, and Target now on board recognizing and celebrating Juneteenth given their employees the day off. Whether that’s all employees or only those who are African American or Black, I’m not sure, but whatever their policy is, it includes Juneteenth! Lady Opal certainly did a great job calling them out. Here’s a Video of Ms. Opal Lee getting at Nike – Watch The Video.
What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is a name based on June 19, 1865, which is the day that enslaved Americans became free (at least that’s what was said). Union General Gordon Granger was excited that the Civil War was over and enslaved African Americans were free; He announced in Galveston, TX, because not everyone got the memo. It was two years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation in 1863.
Since June 19, 1866, it’s a day to celebrate our independence; Juneteenth is also considered Black Independence Day, Freedom Day, and Jubilee Days. Today, all but three states recognize Juneteenth; the three who don’t are Hawaii, North Dacota, and South Dakota. Texas, where Lady Opal Lee is from was first to recognize Juneteenth as a holiday.
Watch This – Puff Daddy & P.Diddy and Ms. Opal Lee …
“I put that on GOD – You’re gonna see this done – We don’t need incremental change. We gonna get many wins no crumbs and we don’t get them all we gonna give ’em hell.”
Sean “P.Diddy” Cobs
Notable Accomplishments of Lady Opal Lee
Age: Opal Lee is 94-Years-Young at the time of this writing
served on the Historic & Cultural Landmarks Commission, AIDS Outreach committee, Evans Avenue Business Association, Good Samaritans, and Riverside Neighborhood Advisory Council. She has served as Precinct Chair for District 8 for over 30 years, a member of Grandmother’s Club, and Ethel Ransom Humanitarian & Cultural Club. She is an active member in her church, Baker Chapel AME (Ft Worth), where she serves as a Missionary, church school teacher, assistant teacher, and Deaconess.
Ms. Opal Lee, in her spare time (if any), enjoys family gatherings, going to the movies with Aunt Joanne and her daughter Renee. She especially likes reading lots of books; The proud great-grandmother, great-grandmother of eighteen (18), and too many great-great-great-grandchildren to count—a blessing and monument of a heart filled with pure gold. No soul is perfect, but we are coming pretty close here; Do you agree?
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Music is the one universal language everyone can speak – Even without words. It’s the purest form of magic, and its POWER has transcended attitude, mood, apace, and time; Hearing a particular song can bring you back to a specific place and time = Magic! Can you imagine what life would be like without music?
The words song and melody appear in the Bible (combined) between 150 and 200 times, which means Go himself is fascinated with music, more specifically songs. There are all kinds of passages pointing to worship, and there’s not one Church that would dare to start Sunday morning service without the timbrel and dance. We ALL need music, and the spoken word fits nicely inside of it.
What’s magical about the moment we are in is that Christmas’s spirit always seems to rise above what folks are feeling, or at least it looks that way as of Cyber Monday.
“Roughly 186 million shoppers purchased something online or in-store from Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday, down from 190 million a year ago, the National Retail Federation said Tuesday. Shoppers spent an average of $312, a 14 percent drop from $362 in 2019.2 days ago.”
Abha Bhattaral, Washington Post (Retail Contributor)
Look at the overall consumption of everyday consumers, many of whom are out of work or barely getting by but find ways to shop when they believe there’s a sale or some kind of value proposition. Music, oh yes, the topic of this week’s roundtable segment. So you can make the connection to Music and Magic, I had to help you see numbers you understand. For this example, I will use rap music (we are urban here). Hip-Hop, R&B, and Rap are dominating in the streaming world – Topping every other medium. There’s never been a more profitable time for actual artists in music. For years the BIG money was reserved for writers and music producers, with vocalists glorified worker bees for hire.
“In 2017, Goldman found live music, publishing, and recorded songs made $26 billion, $6 billion, and $30 billion respectively. The firm estimates by 2030 these categories will reach $38 billion for live music, $12.5 billion for publishing; With biggest gains seen in recorded songs at $80 billion.”
Kori Hale, Forbes Magazine (Contributor)
In other words, this chosen visionary in the HOT-Seat is a child prodigy who can play any instrument on a dime without any traditional music lessons or schools. He can hear and identify any sound and repeat it, even with his voice. He is a rare breed who can only turn the gift on when prompted by a higher power. Grab a seat and pull up to the table- This is going to be good.
This Week’s HOT-Seat Chosen Visionary
This week, in the HOT-Seat, we are coming together to be wowed by this week’s chosen visionary, King Raymond Sanders – Child Prodigy, who traveled the world with his famous father and grandfather were both in the music business. Raymond is blessed to have lived this lifestyle throughout his life. Although connected to compelling people, he remains humble and kindly serves whenever and wherever he can.
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And he has toured with Michael Bolton overseas through the City Kids New Haven, CT initiative. Raymond, in short, can and will sing you silly if the spirit hits him just right. A gift, straight from the throne of grace. Although gifts don’t come with repentance, they come with haters and folks that will exploit and misuse; Mr. Snders has these memories too, and his story is one of overcoming many obstacles while clinging to the music, which always leads him back to the magic.
Notable Accomplishments
Award: City of New Haven Healthy Start Program
Award: Fatherhood Initiative (City of New Haven)
Michael Bolton Protege’
Public School Music Teacher (Middle School Al Mamata)
Real Estate Investment – OR – Small Home-Based Business
Visiting with your parents at least once per week
What’s More?
King Raymond Sanders spends all of his time making folks smile, we could learn so much from this conversation. He lives in New Haven and is available through the Speaker’s Bureau at Urban Academics.
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Welcome back, Scholars! Can you believe we’ve made it through to the end of the year that wasn’t? Twenty-twenty (2020) will be in the wind in a few weeks, but that won’t stop colleges and universities from wanting their tuition when January rolls around. Every month, I create a list of what I believe are excellent opportunities for FREE CASH FOR COLLEGE.
By now, you should know that I DO NOT include scholarships less than $2.500, and only when necessary, like when the scholarship is so easy, no essay or they are giving the money away to anyone who has the wherewithal to apply (submit materials) – No Failure!
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In this article, you will find Ten Scholarship Opportunities, 3 Books To Read, 3 Things To Do, 3 Bonus Opportunities, and Meantime Money Makers you might find interesting.
1. National Honor Sociery Scholarship ($7,000) – Due December 7, 2020
NHS is the oldest and best-known student recognition program. For nearly 100 years, NHS members have been making a difference in their schools and communities through their scholarship, service, leadership, and character. High school seniors who are National Honor Society (NHS) members in good standing of an affiliated NHS chapter are eligible to apply for the scholarship. There are no limits to the number of applications per chapter. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
2. Denny’s Hungry For Education Scholarship ($3,000) – Due December 11, 2020
Denny’s partners with leading non-profit minority advocacy organizations to launch anti-hunger programs across the United States. The Denny’s Hungry for Education Scholarships are awarded to deserving high school and college students for their ideas to help Denny’s fight childhood hunger. Please note that there are a number of organizations that participate, so make sure you give yourself time to explore!
Applicants must be:
Enrolled in an accredited high school or college in the United States or Puerto Rico
Citizens or permanent residents of the United States or Puerto Rico
Use the funds for education, such as tuition and related fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for courses
Possess a minimum 2.5 GPA (high school and college). NOTE: Each partner organization may have additional requirements; however, GPA level varies
Provide a 300-word essay (high school) or 500-word essay (college) on how Denny’s can bring their communities together
Meet GPA level and other requirements set by each partner organization
Note: Students can apply for multiple scholarships each year, but the essay must be different for each scholarship application.
Contact: Denny’s, Inc., 203 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29319, 1-800-733-6697
3. Burger King Scholars ($1,000 – $50,000) – Due December 15, 2020
Burger King is one of the most iconic fast food chains in the world. One of the ways that the company gives back is through Burger King scholarships. The Burger King Scholars program was created in memory of Burger King co-founder James “Jim” W. McLamore in 2000. This program was created to support students from the United States and Canada who are seeking higher education at a four year college or university. Keep reading to learn more about how you can apply for this great scholarship opportunity!
Academic achievements
Participation in school and community activities
Length of employment (enrichment awards only)
Work experience (James W. McLamore “WHOPPER” Scholarship only)
Financial information (James W. McLamore “WHOPPER” Scholarship only)
Eligibility: High school seniors or college students who are leaders in community service, athletics, or another extracurricular activity.
Amount: Up to $50,000
Deadline: December 15, 2020
Criteria
Be a citizen of the United States or Canada
Have graduated from high school within the last three years
Students who are applying as a full-time freshman to a four-year accredited, college or university that is located in the United States
Cumulative unweighted grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.3
Minimum ACT Composite score of 25 or a minimum combined SAT score of 1220
Demonstrate an active leadership role in community service, athletics, and/or similar co-curricular activity
4. Foreclosure Dot Com Scholarship ($2,500) – Due December 15, 2020
Foreclosure.com Scholarship Program at a Glance
Foreclosure.com continues to break new ground by offering a nationwide scholarship program. Currently enrolled college students (graduate students, law students, and/or high school seniors are NOT eligible) are invited to apply by submitting an essay. Freshmen entering Fall 2020 are eligible once they have received a student ID number. Plagiarism is strictly forbidden. Essays that are not the original work of the entrant will be immediately discarded and eliminated from consideration.
As a college student or recent graduate that may not qualify for a conventional home purchase, how would you leverage the “Rent to Own” (lease option) opportunity to achieve home ownership?
Please detail the process you would go through, referencing factors such as credit score, down payment, home searches, price range, and the planning and negotiating of the Rent to Own agreement, as well as exercising the final purchase or opting out of the sale.
5. P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship ($12,500) – Due December 15, 2020
Established in 1949, the International Peace Scholarship Fund believes that education is fundamental to world peace and understanding. The P.E.O (Philanthropic Educational Organization) funds the P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship for selected women from other countries for graduate study in the United States and Canada. To learn more about the P.E.O., click here. Their motto is “Women helping women reach for the stars,” which pretty much tells you what the good people in the P.E.O. strive for!
Who is eligible to apply for the P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship?
An applicant must be qualified for admission to full-time graduate study and working toward a graduate degree in an accredited college or university in the United States or Canada
A student who is a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada is not eligible
Scholarships are not for online courses, research, internships or for practical training if not combined with coursework
Applicants must have a full year of coursework remaining, be enrolled and in residence for the entire school year
Doctoral students who have completed coursework and are working only on dissertations are not eligible as first-time applicants.
International students attending Cottey College are eligible to apply for a scholarship
How much are these scholarships worth?
The maximum amount awarded for the P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship is $12,500.
When are the scholarship applications due?
The last day to submit eligibility forms is December 15, 2020. Applications for students already enrolled in school are due March 1. Those not yet enrolled are due April 1. Please click here for a handy calendar of due dates since those dates vary depending on whether students are enrolled in graduate school yet.
6. Robert Derby Scholarship ($2,500) – Due December 15, 2020
With a commitment to higher education, the staff at Robert J. DeBry & Associates have decided to offer an ongoing scholarship to help alleviate the rising costs of education. For the Spring 2021 semester, we have narrowed the scholarship to Utah based Institutions. If you are attending a Utah college and are from out of state, please feel free to apply.
Scholarship Application:
Write a 350-500 word essay about one of the following topics:
Car accidents caused by distracted driving from smartphones, navigation, etc.
Car accidents related to drowsy driving
Motorcycle accidents related to distracted drivers or limited visibility
Workplace accidents and what can be done to avoid them and improve safety
Defective drug injuries, why they happen, and what can be done to avoid them
The dangers cyclists face on the roadways and how drivers can improve awareness
Wrongful deaths related to firearms
How drivers can help avoid accidents with pedestrians and what pedestrians can do to be safe
Accidents caused by driving under the influence, how we can teach young adults to avoid them
How can we improve our roadways to make them safer and reduce accidents?
Crosswalk safety for pedestrians, especially children, and how to avoid accidents
7. Be Bold No Essay Contest ($10,000) – Due December 31, 2020
Mission
Their mission is to eliminate student debt. The student debt crisis is handicapping our next generation, making students far less likely to pursue dream careers, own homes, or start businesses. Bold.org enables anyone and any company to create a customized scholarship, fellowship, or grant, in minutes. Your story is unique. Your philanthropy should be too.
8. Simplr Artificial Intelligence Scholarship ($7,500) – Due December 31, 2020
In order to apply, please write a 1000-2000 word essay on one of the following topics. Make sure to include why you chose your field of study and how it applies to these future technologies.
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), the Internet of Things (IoT), and Blockchain technology – Select the field you’re most passionate about and explore a specific role you think this technology will play in our future, and how this will effect positive change. Describe the key technological aspects as well as the human element that will likely be involved.
or
Commercial AI-generated music and AI-created inventions, for example, are not far off but they will forever change traditional intellectual property concepts. Explore the challenges in attributing and incentivizing the creation of new knowledge when the lines between human/machine creation and open/proprietary data are blurred. The scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who best demonstrates willingness and ability to be a candidate for success in the tech industry. Please note relevant hobbies, projects or extracurricular activities as they will be considered.
9. Tallo’s Scholarship Sweepstakes ($15,000) – Sue December 31, 2020
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10. The Nora Excellence In Art Activism Scholarship – Due December 31, 2020
The #NoRA Excellence in Art Activism Scholarship is a one-time $5,000 scholarship awarded to a graduating High School Senior or a student currently enrolled in a baccalaureate program who uses art to engage in gun violence prevention. Students must present a portfolio of art, music, writing, or other artistic endeavor and a detailed explanation of how it is used to enact social change around gun violence prevention.
Complete the form below including a digital link to your portfolio. Your portfolio should include at least 3 but no more than 10 works of visual art, poetry, short writing, songs, or films. For longer form written work, please include a 20-page portfolio or book excerpt. For longer-form musical or film compositions, please include a 20-minute excerpt.
In addition, please complete the form below and email a copy of your high school transcript, two (2) letters of recommendation, and your most current college transcript (if a current college student) by the application deadline.
Must be a doctoral student in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico pursuing advanced training and research in the field of water supply and treatment.
Four research scholarships for graduate students, offering a range of awards for students with strong research plans. The Abel Wolman Fellowship awards $30,000 for an outstanding doctoral student which is renewable for a second year. The LARS Aquatic scholarships award $5,000 to a Master’s student and $7,000 to a Doctoral candidate. The Philip C. Singer scholarship awards $3,000 to an outstanding graduate student.
These scholarships are for students pursuing Masters or Doctoral degrees at an institution of higher education located in the U.S., Canada, Guam, Mexico, or Puerto Rico. Please click the Applicant Instructions link below for more information about each scholarship. If you have questions, contact Kathleen at scholarships@awwa.org.
Scholarships Due in February 2021
GE Reagan Scholarship ($10,000) – Due February, 2021
Honoring the legacy and character of our nation’s 40th President, the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program rewards college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education.
Each year, the Program selects numerous recipients to receive a $10,000 scholarship renewable for up to an additional three years – up to $40,000 total per recipient. Awards are for undergraduate study and may be used for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, and board. In addition, Scholars are invited to participate in a special awards program and receive ongoing leadership-development support.
Contact: Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, 40 Presidential Drive, Semi, California and 850 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC, https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/ge-reagan/
Whether it’s your first winning painting in your school’s art contest ($5 prize), or a genius science and technology kid-wizard, those with the “juice” are highly sought after and paid lots of money for their gifts and talents. Today, creativity is at an ALL time high, especially where technology is concerned. App developers are selling text in the billions every day – Building niche sites and when they get to a certain amount of subscribers and revenue, they sell on different marketplaces.
This week’s Chosen Visionary is no different – He has done work (big and small) for almost everyone, knows how to sell his God-given gifts & talents, and he’s not getting tired. Join the call Thursdays at 9:30 pm)EST), and don’t forget to tell your family, followers, and friends. This episode of the Weekly Roundtable is going to be good.
One thing is for sure, there is a contest for creative juice on every corner, and winners often set the stage for the most beautiful creations the human eyes have seen. Imagine the Black Panther movie starring the late Chadwick Boseman – That movie was incredible to the eye much faster than the location, plot, and theme. Do you have “Creative Juice?” If so, let us know in the comments section below. You could get a collaboration request from Urban Academics?
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Who’s in the “HOT-Seat”
Chosen Visionary Number Thirty (30) is Edmund “BWak” Comfort, a New Haven native and President/CEO of B8Wak Productions for almost twenty years. He feels responsible for nurturing up-and-coming graphic designers and visual artists from all over New Haven, CT, and beyond. He uses visual arts techniques to express himself through Carpentry, Custom Airbrushing, Photography, and Set Design. Mr. Comfort’s impressive career includes Cornerstone Theater (Hollywood CA). He has created over 30 Sets at the Harlem School of the Arts (NYC), Long Wharf Theater (New Haven), Yale Repertory Theater (New Haven), and local events. BWak has some stage plays too that he has written, directed, and produced.
When you’ve got the “juice,” the creative kind, the fix for creativity is not without but rather within. There’s a big difference between the terms “corporate America” and “starving artists.” and for a good reason. They are exact opposites; no matter how intelligent one might be, the “juice” will eventually take over. Imagine the music industry without a young Michael Jackson, Prince, Usher, and many others, who started very young – They never had a choice. It chose them instead of the other way around. The same is true for athletes, entertainers, political figures, and the like – If you’ve got the “juice,” it’s NOT because of the money – You were born with it.
B*Wak uses his entrepreneurial training and experiences to uplift himself, family, friends and his community through collaborations that have included The Universal Zulu Nation, Yale Peabody Museum, International Festival of Arts & Ideas, Greater New Haven Community Foundation, Office of Cultural Affairs, Empower New Haven New Haven Housing Authority, Faith based organizations, a host of local community organizations, and the Arts Council of Greater New Haven.
Edmund “B*Wak” Comfort is also the recipient of numerous certificates and awards, which includes the 2002 Arts Council’s “Redefining Arts Award”, where over 50 artists were nominated.
Artistic Director, PIMOSH Intensive Arts Education & Technology (2005-2007, and 2014-2018)
Associates Degree (Business & Applied Sciences
Award: Advancing Youth Development – Youth Development Training & Resource Center
Award: Arts Education Award (City of New Haven)
Award: New Haven Cultural Experience Tour (City of New Haven)
Award: School and Community Rites of Passage – State of Connecticut Assets Network
Middle School Art Teacher (Roberto Clemente Middle School)
Professionally Trained Set Designer
What’s More?
B*Wak loves to serve his community, family, and friends with his best, exhausting himself to make sure every gesture, product, and service is just right – Meticulous as ever! it is no surprise that he continues to share his experiences throughout his exciting career with every child he meets.
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Who should attend? Administrators, Educators, Child Advocates, Entrepreneurs, Mental Health Professionals, Parents, Students, Upward Mobile Professionals, School Systems Interested in Change, Teachers, and any People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher (PIMOSH) Affiliates.
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Sometimes the one thing (fear) we think has absolute right holding us back becomes the very reason to buckle up getting more accomplished than you ever thought possible. Life sometimes can be difficult, presenting obstacles and road-blocks to success. These times may leave us feeling depressed, sad, seemingly unable to move forward; however, if you could imagine yourself making a clear decision to move forward, regardless of risk or sacrifice. You could gain momentum and never look back – Many others have done it. Why not you? This wee’s chosen visionary has proven to her children, community, family, and self how fear can inside out bouncing on its ugly head.
Here’s the story of a pillar in the black, brown, poor, and other folks living in the inner-city urban community who tricked fear, climbed out of a poverty-stricken environment, and continues to rise to the height of a promising career serving the same community she was once a part. Lots of people know the glory, but few know the real story. Read on, and be inspired.
Born Dinah Orissa Milton in Folkston, Georgia, one of 13 children. She moved to New Haven, Connecticut, with her mother and siblings in 1977. Dinah attended New Haven Public Schools, graduating from Richard C. Lee High School in 1985. She was elected senior class president, graduated number seven in her class, and received numerous college scholarships. These accomplishments were significant in Dinah’s life because, while a sophomore in high school, at the tender age of 16, she gave birth to her daughter, Tashana. Some predicted Dinah would not finish high school, would not go to college, and that she and her daughter would end up as welfare statistics.
Young but never ignorant of the power and purpose of a dream, Dinah pushed forward against the odds, striving to do her part to be a good mother, get off welfare and build a successful life for herself and Tashana. It was not easy for either of them, but they endured by the prayers and support of family, the Church, and others who gave words of encouragement and financial assistance.
Elder, Dinah Kinney, Esquire
Lady Dinah is a graduate of Southern Connecticut State University with a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies. While attending Southern, she raised Tashana and worked full time, taking evening and weekend courses. With God’s help, Dinah was allowed to pursue her dream of becoming a lawyer. She was accepted into the part-time evening division program at the University of Connecticut School of Law, graduating in 2000. While attending law school, she juggled the responsibility of being a single parent, working full time, and serving as a Sunday School Teacher and youth leader in her Church, Mount Hope Temple United Holy Church of America (New Haven).
Longing to be a committed and genuine woman of God, at the age of 25, Dinah accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior, and then married the man of her dreams, Robert W. Kinney, Sr. In 2003, she answered the call into the ministry. Today, she serves as First Lady and an Associate Pastor of her Church.
In addition, The United States District Court currently employs her for the District of Connecticut as the Chief Deputy Clerk of Court. She has held numerous other distinguished positions, including Law Clerk to the Judges of the Seventh Judicial Circuit of Newport News, Virginia; Judicial Assistant to Magistrate Judge Donna F. Martinez; Administrative Services Manager of the 1995 Special Olympics World Games Organizing Committee; Assistant to the Chief of Staff to Governor Lowell P. Weicker, Jr.; and Executive Assistant to the United States Attorney of the District of Connecticut.
Dinah finds her greatest joy as a wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Together she and Robert has three children, four grandchildren, and they reside together in Hamden, CT. Elder Dinah has extraordinary compassion for young women, especially those considered at risk, and she thinks it a privilege to share her story with them. Above everything, Dinah considers it a privilege to proclaim the Good News that Jesus Saves! She claims this excellent message through community service, preaching, teaching, and the gift of playwriting.
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How does one become a consultant to Republics in other countries? What is an economist or systems engineering? How about financial cooperative opportunities? What? The What? What an how? So many questions, so little time. This week at Urban Academics, we are hosting a Reservation for the HOT-Seat as usual, but I’m sure we’ve never had this kind of conversation to date? This reservation is for someone who understands money! How it moves, operates, and works in the real world.
This topic is timely due to covid wiping out the bank on almost everyone. Most of us, primarily black, brown, and poor folks, only know two things: (1) Work and have money in your pockets; and (2) Buy what you want with what’s left after your bills – In that order. I wouldn’t miss this LIVE event if I were you – Sometimes it gets so HOT we can’t stop.
This week, in the HOT-Seat, we are coming to a beginner’s class on money, presented from the HOT-Seat by a KING worthy of his crown, so pull up a seat and bring a BIG BIB to catch your crumbs. This one’s going to be good.
Three (3) Books You Should Read
Books are bubbles of niche-targeted content containing information and stories you find inside. Reading books can take you across the world, back in an hour, and in the meantime, experience unheard of hospitality and exquisite cuisine. No matter how they come to fruition (church outing, group-home, school field trip, etc.), these types of experiences have the power sometimes to change the trajectory of what you thought was forever if you allow it?
Words are those strings that turn what would be an ordinary sentence into something spectacular. When crafted just right, content (words) can kick-start your whole life all over again regardless of how you feel or what’s going on. You will begin to go on and on again, finding daily encouragement to keep it moving. If you are a writer, there is a place for you in heaven because there would be none without the ready writing holding the pen/pencil in today’s marketplace. Either way, the brain needs exercise too. Enjoy!
This chosen visionary is KING Malcolm O. Ashley, currently serving as an economic development consultant to the Republic of Liberia, through the Office of the Honorable Cynthia L. Blanford, Consul General for the State of Georgia for the Republic of Liberia; and Economic development consultant to the Office of the Prime Minister, Republic of Cabo Verde. He is a consultant to Gladden Foods, a national minority food distributor. Mr. Ashley is also instrumental in building cooperative financial opportunities in GA and CT. In The HOT Seat, Thursdays at 9:30 PM (EDT)
Mr. Ashley is the former co-chair of the Environmental Concerns Coalition (ECC) of Milford, Connecticut with impressive credentials. He’s an economist and systems engineer trained at Yale University (B.A. Economics / Political Science ’81) and the Georgia Institute of Technology (M.Sc Economics ’94) with over 25 years of applied expertise in facilitating sustainable and strategic regional, local, economic development, through research, development planning, business development, and recruitment.
He holds the distinction of becoming the first African American accepted for graduate study at the School of Economics, Georgia Institute of Technology, focusing on Systems Engineering in 1990. His professional specialties include the development of sustainable systems for Aquaculture & Aquaponics production; application of sustainable Energy Systems (Geothermal and Co-Generation) for business production and housing; Intermodal Hub Development for Vertiflight and Rail (Maglev and Electric) systems; Technology Incubators; Data Envelopment Analysis; Input-Output (REMI) models and Econometric Forecasting (ARIMA).
Award – Distinguished service award for board membership, from Youth Continuum, Inc.
First African American accepted for graduate study at the School of Economics, Georgia Institute of Technology, with a focus on Systems Engineering in 1990
First Director of Development of the Cooperative Development Institute, the Northeast Center of Excellence for Cooperative Development (1998)
Founding Member of the Connecticut Energy Cooperative
Highest rated presenter for the American Association of Blacks in Higher Education (AABHE), National Conference, held in Atlanta, Georgia, March 31 – April 2, 2011
Member – Phelps Trust Association, the
Member – Yale Daily News Foundation
Member – Yale Men’s Crew Association
Member – Yale Men’s Lacrosse Association, and the Federation of Southern Land Cooperatives
Past co-chair of the Environmental Concerns Coalition (ECC) of Milford, Connecticut
Served as host to Cabo Verde Ambassador to the United States, Mr. Jose Brito, and First Lady of the Republic of Cabo Verde, Ms. Adeline Pires
Real Estate Investment – OR – Small Home-Based Business
Visiting with your parents at least once per week
What’s More?
Yes! There’s more. KING Malcolm has even more internationaleconomic development projects, which include but are not limited to: country-level planning for water, sanitation, United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Water/Sanitation Country (WAT-SAN) Grant, Republic of Ghana 2009; USAID American Educators for Africa Country Grant for the Republic of Ghana (2008); Kingdom of Lesotho, South Africa, Office of Economic Development – bottled water production; and “Georgia First for Liberia” State of Georgia agribusiness export plan for the Republic of Liberia and the 16 nations of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
Malcolm lives in New Haven, Ct, and in his spare time, KING Malcolm enjoys playing chess, racing go-carts, shooting at the range and watching good movies.
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The coveted “HOT-Seat,” is reserved for forward-thinking folks who have resources and tools readily available to discuss issues in our communities needing change now, one family/person/topic at a time. We need solutions, not more problems, for today’s questions. These conversations are necessary and RAW, often too “HOT” to stop. You can recommend someone, a colleague, or other professional –Contact Patrina S Reddick by Clicking HERE.
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Hello there, and welcome back scholarship seekers! Today is a great day to roll up your sleeves and start digging your teeth into some FREE Cash for College. You are going to college or you wouldn’t be here, correct? Well, in this post, I will introduce 10 scholarships coming up – But, if you have your Checklist Handy, I’m sure you’re ready and have all the pieces together properly? If not I will be posting a FREE Money Checklist soon, I promise. Meanwhile, we’ve got great line=up for the month of November.
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Inside this post, you’ll find information about 10-scholarships that were handpicked to make sure there are variety and BIG AMOUNTS of Money for your college expenses, which are going up even if you are a remote learner. Prayerfully whoever becomes president will spend more time figuring some of this out. But for now, here’s what we’ve got for you:
10-Scholarships. Due is November (NOW)!
Good Tidings Community Service Scholarship ($10,000), DUE November 6, 2020
Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholarship ($250,000), Applications DUE November 12, 2020
The Anne Ford Scholarship ($10,000), Applications DUE November 12, 2020
Create Real Impact Contest ($10,000), Applications DUE November 12, 2020
Creative Black Womxn to Watch ($5,000), Applications DUE November 13, 2020
Joseph A. Towles African Study Abroad Scholarship ($10,000), Applications DUE November 14, 2020
Soroptimist’s Live Your Dream Award ($16,000), Applications Due November 15, 2020
Michigan American Legion High School Oratorical Contest ($20,000), Applications DUE November 20, 2020
Panther Preferred ($18,000), Greenville University Scholarship Blessings, Applications DUE November 26, 2020
Walgreens Expressions Challenge ($2,000), for Chicago or St. Louis Residents ONLY. Applications DUE November 30, 2020
8. Michigan American Legion High School Oratorical Contest ($20,000), Applications DUE November 20, 2020
The American Legion Oratorical contests can be financially as well as educationally rewarding. High School students who are U. S. citizens or lawful residents can hone their speaking skills while learning about the U.S. Constitution. Department level scholarship awards range from $800 to $1500, with Zone runner-ups receiving $200. At the National level, they range from $15,000 to $20,000.
9. Panther Preferred ($18,000), Greenville University Scholarship Blessings, Applications DUE November 26, 2020
Greenville University is accepting 100 Panther Scholars. This application is designed to help students with exceptional character succeed at Greenville University. Once you have been accepted into Greenville University, you will be prompted by an admissions counselor to fill out our Panther Preferred application. The deadline to submit the Panther Preferred application is November 26th, and you can expect to hear about the decision by December 25th. Panther Preferred recipients receive one of the highest scholarships GU offers. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years. There is no GPA requirement and no test score requirement.
10. Walgreens Expressions Challenge ($2,000), for Chicago or St. Louis Residents ONLY. Applications DUE November 30, 2020
Are you currently a high school teen in the Chicago or St. Louis area? Do you have an opinion about Sexting, Self-Esteem, Bullying, Teen Pregnancy, STD prevention, Abstinence, or Sexual Responsibility Awareness or maybe something else? Have you ever talked about these issues with your friends? What are your thoughts on these topics? How would you creatively express your perspective to educate your friends and other teens on these key concerns some teens may face, and generate awareness? You can enter the contest through any of the following categories: creative writing, visual arts, or media arts. For more information or to apply
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Visual Arts Fellowship ($6,000), Applications DUE November 6, 2020
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Fellowship Program is a vital source of funding for the visual arts and art history in Virginia. VMFA is committed to supporting professional artists as well as art and art history students who demonstrate exceptional creative ability in their chosen discipline. Student applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are currently legal residents of Virginia or have been paying in-state tuition to an accredited Virginia college, university of school of the arts that they attend as full-time students. College-bound high school seniors, current undergraduate students, or 1st and 2nd-year graduate students are encouraged to apply.
Inclusion in Action Scholarship & Internship ($25,000), Application DUE November 30, 2020
The Serta Simmons Bedding Inclusion In Action Scholarship is a minority scholarship awarded to Black/African American students who are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to identifying ways to implement positive change throughout their career.
At SSB, we value diversity, equity, and inclusivity in all aspects of our business. The SSB Inclusion in Action Scholarship was developed to support the growth and development of future business leaders who will help advance diversity and inclusion in their own careers and communities.
The SSB scholarship will provide both financial assistance and business experience to qualified Black/African American undergraduate students in the Atlanta and Phoenix areas.
SSB will select two recipients to receive $25,000 each toward their undergraduate program tuition. Additionally, the two (2) recipients will be offered a summer internship with our team in either our Phoenix or Atlanta offices. Scholarship winners must be available to participate in a 10-week summer internship.
The SSB team will choose 20 first-round winners who will advance to a second-round interview panel. Two (2) final winners will be chosen based on the criteria noted below, their response to the application prompt, and their panel interview.
Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be enrolled as a full-time or part-time as an undergraduate citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada. The applicant must be Black/African American and should have a strong desire to be a business leader. Must be a sophomore or junior undergraduate enrolled in select colleges/universities in Atlanta and Phoenix areas.
1. Good Tidings Community Service Scholarship ($10,000), DUE November 6, 2020
The Good Tidings Foundation is a non-profit, 501-c-3 children’s charity that encourages and supports the growth of marginalized children in the Bay Area by creating environments for athletics, artistic activities, education, and wonder. Applicants must be a low-income high school senior residing in one of the following California counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Lake, Marin, Monterey, Napa, Sacramento, San Benito, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Mateo, Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Yolo. Applicants must agree to volunteer 1 shift at Good Tidings’ annual Toy Giveaway Program in December.
2. Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholarship ($250,000), Applications DUE November 12, 2020
Scholarship Description
The Regeneron Science Talent Search (Regeneron STS) is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science competition for high school seniors, providing an important forum for original research that is recognized and reviewed by a national jury of professional scientists. Annually, over 1,800 high school seniors from around the country accept the challenge of conducting independent science, math, or engineering research and completing an entry for the Regeneron Science Talent Search. The competition recognizes 300 student scholars and their schools each year and invites 40 student finalists to Washington, D.C. to participate in final judging, display their work to the public, and meet with notable scientists and government leaders. Applicants must be students who are enrolled and attending their senior year of high school in the U.S. or territories or are a U.S. citizen studying abroad.
Contact, Scholarship Committee, 1719 N Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20036
3. The Anne Ford Scholarship ($10,000), Applications DUE November 12, 2020
The Anne Ford Scholarship is a $10,000 scholarship ($2,500/year over four years) granted to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability (LD) and/or ADHD who will be enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s degree program in the fall. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher; a US citizen; submit current financial information and provide the most current documentation of an identified learning disability and/or ADHD.
Contact Scholarship Committee: 1 Thomas Circle NW #700, Washington, DC, DC 20005
4. Create Real Impact Contest ($10,000), Applications DUE November 12, 2020
Scholarship Description
Time to get creative and speak out about the #1 killer of young people! Create Real Impact Contest calls on students, ages 14 – 22, enrolled in accredited high schools, trade schools, colleges, or universities, to showcase their solutions and strategies to stop the #1 killer of young people – reckless and distracted driving. Students submit one entry into one of the four categories: creative writing, video, graphic design, or music. There is also an additional category: The Spanish Language Award. We have individual grand-prize winners in each category and four prizes that go to the entrants with the most online votes.
5. Creative Black Womxn to Watch ($5,000), Applications DUE November 13, 2020
The WONGDOODY Creative Scholarship works to bolster underrepresented groups in our industry in order to create a more diverse and inclusive future. As part of our updated equity and inclusion plan and to further this mission of amplifying underrepresented groups in the Creative industry, we’ve decided that the Winter session of the scholarship will go to a Black student pursuing a career in the field. The WONGDOODY Creative Black Womxn to Watch Scholarship accepts all Black Womxn — this includes cis-gender, transgender, non-binary, queer, genderqueer, genderfluid, and in-transition. The applicant must identify as a Black female or Womxn, be a currently enrolled student at a college in the United States and have completed at least their sophomore year of undergraduate studies or their first year of portfolio or graduate school and maintain satisfactory academic progress as determined by their school, as well as be pursuing a creative-focused role in experience design, marketing or advertising including but not limited to experience designers, strategists, and content creators.
Contact, Scholarship Committee, 1011 Western Ave Suite 900, Seattle, WA 98104, madelynn.esteb@wongdoody.com, Joseph A. Towles African Study Abroad Scholarship ($10,000), DUE November 14, 2020
6. Joseph A. Towles African Study Abroad Scholarship ($10,000), Applications DUE November 14, 2020
The Dr. Joseph A. Towles African Study Abroad Scholarship will provide financial assistance for students at UNCF institutions to learn at an established university with the continent of Africa. Eligible applicants must be African-American, have a 3.0 GPA, be a legal US resident, and be either a sophomore, junior, or masters-level student.
7. Soroptimist’s Live Your Dream Award ($16,000), Applications Due November 15, 2020
The Soroptimist Live Your Dream Awards (formerly known as the Women’s Opportunity Awards) assists women who provide the primary source of financial support for their families by giving them the resources they need to improve their education, skills, and employment prospects. Applicants must be enrolled in or have been accepted to a vocational/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program, and not yet have a graduate degree.
Scholarships are generous. If you get enough of them, it keeps the student loans from piling up and contributes to your seeing more of your initial earnings, reduced due to loan payment starting only six-weeks after you graduate from college. That sucks – Why won’t politicians change that with their wins? Maybe because they don’t have student loans, only poor folks need loans for college. The problem is, getting scholarships is a process – Most don’t approve in 24-48 hours. If you need money NOW, scholarships, no matter how easy they are to get, don’t fund NOW! Therefore, I always try to share different ways you can make money in the meantime, while you’re still in school. Many of these opportunities are great! Take a look, give one or two a try, and then get back to me (Ms. Patrina), letting me know you’ve found success or if you have questions.
Quick Christmas Money Makers (2020):
Affiliate Marketing is the fastest way to “see” money in the bank by recommending items to your family and friends for folks like Amazon, SmartPhone Apps, Walmart, etc.
Be-A-Tutor-Mentor – Children everywhere are struggling which is NOT good for any home. Imagine you being the super-hero not only for the struggling student academically but also for their entire family.
BUY STOCKS! Seriously, I’m sure you spend more money on nothing than it cost to buy stock in something you love and already use every day. There are several ways to get involved in Stock Trading, but it’s worth the learning curve and the money you will earn, save, and have on hand for your retirement.
The loss of anything can be quite painful, and depending on how meaningful the absence of the loss is, it will determine how you can cope or not so much. Many therapeutic-related books and programs have been written around topics associated with the idea of death, dying. And the overall concept of loss and how to recover from it. These books and manuscripts touch on the basics around different kinds of losses and how you should determine to get past it (loss) and move on. But what about a limb? Limbs are a little bit different from losing a car in an accident or a job you never liked in the first place. Even the strongest of a parent is fearful of certain words associated with their children.
We all have differences, some seen while others are not as obvious. But limb differences are noticeable, almost like skin color, except you can hide the fact of missing limbs with prosthetics and new technology so advanced that no one would ever know that you or a family member is an amputee. Today’s medical advances are fantastic and mind-blowing at the same time. The hard part is accepting the diagnosis and setting your heart and mind for the journey ahead. The specific and easy part is continuing to shine your loving light on your beautiful child, assuring him or her that you will be there every step of the way, as you are around for this very purpose.
Paisley, a 3-year-old little girl, was born with a rare medical condition only found in 1 and 1 million births. This condition affected her lower limbs, and she is clinically diagnosed with the most severe form of Tibial Hemimelia. Paisley’s lower legs and feet were amputated in 2019 to maximize her quality of life and ability to run, jump, and play. Some folks opt for only partial amputations, and in some cases, that may make more sense as you discuss options with your primary care doctor or chosen specialist. If you’ve got questions, get on the call, getting them addressed now. You are welcome here, and the table is all set.
Paisley and her medical condition has had and continues to have a significant impact on Paige’s outlook on life and work-life-home balance. It (a rare illness) has also opened new doors for presentations and speaking opportunities for the veteran marine corps officer. Paige is now an advocate for limb differences awareness and promotes events, fundraisers, and education through her family’s journey as an amputee family.
Paige Thomas-Minor, Active Duty, U. S. Marine Corps Officer. Hails from a small city, Coatesville, PA with a career spanning 20 plus years of worldwide travel, combat, and humanitarian deployments. Paige resides in Northern Virginia with her two children, one of which has special needs.
Little Paisley is shown here with her prosthetic legs and is the happiest and smartest little lady around.
Paige and Pasley Minor, Advocates for Limb Differences Awareness and Education in the “HOT-Seat” at Urban Academics Thursday at 9:30 PM (EDT): DIAL: 605.472.5272 | Pin#: 836692
Noatable Accomplishents
Active Duty, U. S. Marine Corps Officer
Advocacy – Limb Differences Awareness and Education
Humanitarian Deployments
Public Speaker & Humanitarian
Special Needs Parent of two
Twenty-Year US Veteran
Worldwide Travel Combat
What’s More
Paige enjoys curling up to a good book and spends most of her time reading to her children or some other quality interaction with them. She is highly disciplined and must adhere to a strict schedule to get it all done, but she does not complain, and excuses are not accepted.
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The theory behind entertainment and media in this country was built upon capitalist propaganda, which is using mass media to exploit and promote capitalism through mass media (radio and TV) and also through education, where they can control what is taught to the majority of children (at home and school). In other words, a small group of people was able to control the entire narrative – A monopoly, but not anymore.
Back in the day, it was impossible for you and me to get a National Network TV slot on TV because the media buys were out of our league or inaccessible. Then comes along Amazon and YouTube leveling the playing field allowing anyone to press a few buttons and directly approach their target customer.
This week’s conversation is about IDEA special education, and how media can and must play a major role in re-shaping education. This week’s chosen visionary has experienced first hand what it was like to be labeled and identified as dumb or unlearned. Instead of wasting away, he “chose” the direction of multi-media through a community program where he learned all the skills need for FREE!
Because he overcame academic failure as a young person, the determined young adult returned to school and earned an MBA from Emerson College. Federal laws and the idea special education programs must include folks at the table who can speak the truth both about needs and what’s non-negotiatble. If the same people continue sitting around the tables that matter, what will a new outcome look like?
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A Reservation for The HOT-Seat ar The Urban Academics Roundtable has set for Andre “Hollywood” Evans, Creator, Founder and Producer of Boston’s Entertainment Arts Network Television Online T.V. network (B.E.A.N.) T.V. His first produced video segment was “Video Flava” (music video program), which ran from on the platform from 1995-2012.
special education laws and regulations have always required “special” services to kids like him, some of which he’s still waiting for. He knows how to come up with concepts that speak directly to problems, but also providing solutions. will help you get what you need by using the industry he knows better than anyone else. Media – That’s What Professionals Do!
Notable Accomplishments:
Launched 3 Shows: BEAN TV, Community Insight, and Entertainment Profile
MBA (Broadcast Media) from Emerson College
Overcame Special Education Issues as a Child
Produced over 125 shows
Set up curriculum for Broadcast Media
Took 2-Year Hiatus
Andre “Hollywood” Evans is the one who can get the word out about anything. If you’re an author, entrepreneurs, or enterprise business, and you need more eyes on your books, products, and services, join the Urban Academics Roundtable on Thursday – You won’t regret it.
Andre believes he has the remedy for securing the future of inner-city urban children. He is working on a new TV network, including a kid’s platform to educate and inform our children what’s right and wrong when the world is confusing. Andre lives in Boston, Mass, and has one daughter in college. In his spare time, he enjoys Movies, Music, and Sports.
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The Gen.G Foundation’s mission is to develop talented young gamers who can lead the industry’s next generation. We envision a community that promotes inclusion and diversity while encouraging academic excellence. Known as the “Gen 10”, the 10 scholarship recipients will strengthen the diversity and representation that gaming needs to reach its full potential.
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Scholarship Cont …
It’s a great opportunity and their investment alone (One Million Dollars) spread across ten (10) chosen students. The application is straightforward and pretty easy to follow. As always, if you have questions, please use the space below and I will get back to you.
This ($10,000.000) = Writing Three (3) Essays – $3,333 FREE Cash for Each!
The General G Gamer Scholarship is requesting three essays (500 word max) for each. All three are general and so not require much effort. However, I would recommend that you DO NOT use their portal to write your responses. Instead, use your own text writing software (MS Word or Pages for Apple) to create your documents, and then upload them when you are ready for launch.
Remember, every time you make updates they retain every original. Therefore, please edit, re-edit and send out for editing to find hidden mistakes (they are potentially everywhere).
Need Help With Essay Writing? Even if you think you don’t you probably do lol. What’s the harm in doing a little research to guarantee you stand OUT amongst the pack of hungry wolves. The General G Scholarship opportunity is looking for ten (10) extraordinary young people, those who are over-achievers on purpose. These kinds of opportunities are reserved for the “choen,” but that is an ego word and a relative term, so you do the math, or NOT!
the General G Scholarship is accepting online (over the internet) applications
the General G Scholarship requires three essays, no more than 500 each – You can do it!
the General G Scholarship requires only one “proof of enrollment” document(s), which is a running PDF of all requested forms, i.e.: transcripts, a letter confirming dates of matriculating as a full-time student, proof that you have accepted an offer to a college or university in the fall. No excuses – get her done!
the General G Scholarship will accept your transcript via upload AND it does not count against any PDF you submit. Check it out here.
the General G Scholarship will allow you to upload an optional video – You should really do this. Why?
First of all, the video is optional, which obviously separates the do’s from the do not lol. You know what I mean – Take 5-minutes or 15 to create something unique and specific about you that will no doubt separate you from other applicants who will not go the extra mile. We need people who will do what it takes to get the job done, and in turn, the rewards are great. That may be old-school but it’s tried and true. Apply NOW.
Who Should Apply?
YOU! If you’re on a track towards game development, here’s your shot! General G Scholarship is awarding Ten Thousand US Dollars to successful students here. Not only that, but an opportunity like this one can change your life and that of your immediate family too. Give it a try, especially if you feel it in your gut? I believe in you – Now, go and believe in yourself.
How to Apply
Please remember – You only get to submit an application anywhere once (electronically). Even if you go back and make revisions, they still have ALL your edits and editions. Do yourself a favor, especially if you want to make a career out of gaming in technology.
Students who have found success in science, technology, engineering, and math should consider this opportunity. Remember, a complete – Submit Your APPLiCATION Here:
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Hello and thank you for stopping by today for Walt Disney’s Imagineering Competition and Team Scholarship Give-Away. It sounds like a dream come true for any students passionate about electronics, engineering, and/or technology. I’ve outlined some of the rules below, and if you’re interested or know others who might be, use the share button – share the LOVE with your friends. This competition has an Application DEADLINE on October 11, 2020. Here you will submit information about your team and what you wish to accomplish. Your Project Submission is DUE on November 7, 2020.
Listen! If you are a natural at building things and like technology – A natural at it out in the community, home, and school, please make a brave attempt at something like this. They have specific rules for how you get “chosen” for the Disney Imaginations Design Competition (Imagineering). If you are smart enough to follow directions (the rules) and follow each step as you read, it’s likely you will get chosen – I would choose you. Here is How to Apply.
Walt Disney’s Imagineering Imaginations – Scholarship Competition is DUE 10.11.20
Disney Imaginations invites students to create an iconic installation on their campus or city that serves as an inspiration, honors the past, and is a vision of the future.
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This Reunion Crucial For Your Business. Here’s Why
Before we dive into the happenings for Season II of HOT-Seat at the Urban Academics Roundtable, let’s look a little closer at the definition or spirit of the word reunion …
Reunion Defined
an instance of two or more people coming together again after a period of separation.
a social gathering by members of a certain group of people who have not seen each other for some time
the act or process of being together again as a unified whole
Synonyms …
Homecoming > Reconciliation > Assembly > Get-Together > Making Up > Reuniting
The Roundtable Reunion Season II
The Roundtable Season II is the completion of 24 consecutive Segments at the Urban Academics Roundtable, and without 12 (season I) + 12 (season II) we would not be able to celebrate the milestones associated with this wonderful content creation platform and each person in the HOT-Seat and around the table.
“We have been fed once again, and it was Ummm Ummm good. Now, go and share some of what you got from this table with others. Until next time”
Kaye Harvey, President & CEO, Alexis Hill Montesorri, Inc., and Roundtable Moderator
Why Reunion II is Crucial
What you may not have realized is Urban Academics is a content creation platform that will re-purpose every single roundtable discussion so that our people can get information the way they want it – Not the way we think.
The easiest way to create new fresh content – Different from the old, outdated, or re-constructed curations on the internet today. Our people not only get the news lately but sometimes it’s the wrong information from sources we have learned to appreciate instead of tolerating.
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The easiest way to do it was the old-fashioned way of simply talking about everything – The good, bad, ugly, and downright nasty! That’s how you get it done with and out in the open, with others present, the family (village). During the last 24-weeks, you have played a major role in family conflict and discussions.
What’s really cool is the idea that has actually re-created the way content is created, but also how google LOVEs what we are doing here at Urban Academics – We are growing very fast as a platform, which means a few things:
In the HOT-Seat for Season II
Episode 1, Segment #13: Calton White (Waterbury, CT)
Episode 2, Segment #14: Minister Dionne Thomas (Sacramento, CA)
Episode 5, Segment #17: Anthony Gay (Waterbury, CT)
Episode 6, Segment #18: Pierre M Reddick (Wshington, DC)
Episode 7, Segment #19: Minister Jocelyn Fagan (Tampa, FL)
Episode 8, Segment #20: Dr. Iline Tracey (New Haven, CT)
Episode 9, Segment #21: Dr. Sabrina Moore (Columbia, SC)
Episode 10, Segment #22: Andre Davis (DC, New Haven, and NYC)
Episode 11, Segment #23: Cherie Beasley-Rutherford (Long Beach, CA)
Episode 1, Segment #24: Apostle Merilyn Davis (Atlanta, GA)
Urban Academics Update (24-Weeks) + Two Reunion(s)
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Because we are each in the spirit of collaboration, any content created here comes with unmeasurable power to change lives (around the world). Our hope is that world-wide content creators, including you, will lend their voice to these conversations. It’s no doubt a work in progress, but it’s time for next-level existence.
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Here’s some food for thought about your rights and the upcoming vote. This week we welcome a guest in the “HOT-Seat” who will guide you down memory lane, understanding where the vote has come from, where it is today, and what we can expect after November 2020?
What’s trending in the US and across the world is the US presidential election. The art of politics has always been a reality show pointing to truths about how it (the United States of America) was established and determined to control its people and runs its government and military.
Regardless of your fundamental core beliefs or knowledge about politics locally or across the world, everyone knows about the debate and the countdown to the upcoming presidential election. This week at the RoundTable, it’s going to be good.
She is the Creator and Executive Director of Kitchen Food Ventures, KFV (Longbeach, CA). She has lead teams of farmers, small business owners, hospitality/culinary students, and more through multiple success levels around agriculture and food initiatives. As a Business Consultant, her work with women and veteran concerns has empowered folks to establish and grow their own businesses.
This week snatching the coveted “HOT-Seat” at the Roundtable is Lady Cherie Beasley Rutherford (Longbeach, CA). She is passionate about her business ventures and willing to share what it took to get there, which as the positive relationships, both business and personal, allow her opportunities and support, which are both necessary in the business, home, and at school. Read Press Release for Cherie Beasley-Rutherford in the “HOT-Seat” at Urban Academics Online.
Notable Accomplishments in Business
Created Business Models Integrating Viable Research Models
Established the Business Resource Group (BRG)
Executive Director, Kitchen Food Ventures, working with Entrepreneurs, Farmers, and Small businesses around businesses involved in Culinary, Food, or Kitchen Collaborations and/or partnerships.
First Business Incubator (LA) to write and win funding
Principle: Technical Assistance Capacity Building Program (TACP)
Provides Direct Support to Small Business through Coaching, Consultation, and Mentoring
Trainer and Facilitator, Launched: ON-LINE 3 unit, 54 hours accredited Community College Marketing Course for professional consultants
What’s More?
Please Submit Questions or Problems to contact@urban-academics.com
Lacy Cherie Rutherford enjoys going LIVE on Facebook for Girl Talk with her niece and a few friends. She lives in Longbeach, CA, and is available for live and/or virtual speaking engagements, both domestic and international. CLICK HERE for More Information on Booking Cherie Beasley-Rutherford.
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Make a list of ALL Scholarships You Qualify For (Check it Twice)
Send a quick email to the address supplied here – Introduce yourself and follow-up to inform the scholarship committee that you have completed the application process
Submit completed application answering ALL questions, leaving no line/question/space blank. When in doubt, use “N/A.”
The Woodrow Wilson Dissertation Fellowship in Woman’s Services, $5,000 (Due October 15, 2020)
Levine Scholarship at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, (UNCC), $155,000 – 20 Scholarships Available (Due October 16, 2020)
Thurgood Marchall College Fund and Lowes Spring Scholarship $500 – $7,500 (Due October 16, 2020)
Thurgood Marshall and Wells Fargo Emergency Gap Scholarship, $750 (Due October 19, 2020)
Coca-Cola Scholars Program, $20,000 (Due October 31, 2020)
Elks National Family Scholarship, $5,000 (Due October 31, 2020)
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Voice of Democracy Competition, $30,999 (Due October 31, 2020
1. Students With a Heart Foundation Scholarship ($6,000 Due 10/1)
The mission of Students with Heart Foundation is to provide financial assistance by means of scholarships for both undergraduate and graduate students who suffer from all different types of heart disease and deformities, thus relieving some of the stress from the rough and rigorous journey they will face throughout college. APPLY NOW – CLICK HERE for MORE INFO
Disney Imaginations Design Competition is accepting applications for students who can build teams to create an iconic installation on their campus or city that serves as an inspiration, honors the past, and is a vision of the future. Applicants can form teams to two to four participants. APPLY NOW – CLICK HERE for MORE INFO
The Gen.G Foundation’s mission is to develop talented young gamers who can lead the industry’s next generation. We envision a community that promotes inclusion and diversity while encouraging academic excellence. Known as the “Gen 10”, the 10 scholarship recipients will strengthen the diversity and representation that gaming needs to reach its full potential. APPLY NOW – CLICK HERE for MORE INFO
4. The Woodrow Wilson Dissertation Fellowship in Woman’s Services, $5,000 (Due October 15, 2020)
The Woodrow Wilson Dissertation Fellowship in Women’s Studies encourages original and significant research about women that crosses disciplinary, regional, or cultural boundaries, and supports the final year of dissertation writing for Ph.D. candidates in the humanities and social sciences whose work addresses topics of women and gender in interdisciplinary and original ways. Previous Fellows have explored such topics as transnational religious education for Muslim women, the complex gender dynamics of trans identity management, women’s electoral success across racial and institutional contexts, women’s sports, militarism and the education of American women, and the relationship between family commitments and women’s work mobility. For more information: Scholarship Committee, 5 Vaughn Drive, Suite 300, Princeton, NJ 08540-6313, ws@woodrow.org, tel: 609-452-7007, fax: 609-452-0066
5. Levine Scholarship at UNCC ($155k Due 10/16
The Levine Scholars Program is UNC Charlotte’s most prestigious merit scholarship program that was established by benefactors Sandra and Leon Levine. Levine Scholarships are awarded to extraordinary high school seniors based on scholarship, ethical leadership, and civic engagement. Students must be nominated online by their school counselor or college advisor at their current high school. There are no limitations to the number of students who can be nominated from each high school. Homeschooled students can be nominated by a professor or teacher who is not related to the student. Students must be applicants for freshman enrollment at UNC Charlotte in a baccalaureate program for the fall term immediately following their high school graduation. Students must be admitted to UNC Charlotte to receive a scholarship. Students must demonstrate a commitment to community service, hold an academic record that reflects a sustained passion for knowledge, and possess a capacity for ethical leadership that elevates fellow students to a higher standard. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website. Scholarship Committee, 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28223, levinescholars@uncc.edu, tel: 704-687-7288, fax: 704-687-1454
6. Thurgood Marchall College Fund and Lowes Spring Scholarship $500 – $7,500 (Due October 16, 2020)
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Lowe’s are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending one of TMCF’s member-schools that include 47 publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs). Sixty (60) scholars will be selected to receive a spring scholarship up to $500- $7,500 for the 2020-2021 academic school year. Selected students must be in good academic standing but at risk of not returning or graduating from college due to an outstanding financial need and/or emergency situation that leads to a financial aid crisis. More Information. Apply NOW!
7. Thurgood-Marshall College Fund and Wells Fargo Emergency Gap Scholarships, ($750) Due 10/19
offer financial assistance to outstanding seniors attending one of TMCF’s member-schools that include 47 publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs). Sixty-seven (67) scholars will be selected to receive a spring emergency gap scholarship of up to award $750 for the 2020-2021 academic school year. Selected students must be in good academic standing but at risk of not returning or graduating from college due to an outstanding financial need, and/or emergency situation that leads to a financial aid crisis. More Information HERE. Apply NOW!
8. Coca Cola Scholars Program ($20,000) Due 10/31
150 scholarships up for grabs ($20k). The Coca-Cola Scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors and is achievement-based. Students with the capacity and personality to lead and serve others making a significant impact on schools, students and communities should apply. Applicants must be current high school/home-schooled seniors attending school in the U.S, anticipating completion of a high school diploma at the time of application and planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution: Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 442, Atlanta, GA 30301 scholars@coca-cola.com, tel: 800-306-2653, fax: 404-733-5439
9. ELKs National Family Scholarship ($5,000) Due 10/31
The ENF Emergency Educational Grant program provides financial assistance to children of deceased or totally disabled Elks, who wish to obtain or further their college education. In order to apply, the Elk parent or stepparent must have been a member in good standing for at least one year at the time of his or her death or the Elk parent or stepparent must have been a member in good standing for at least one year before he or she became totally disabled and must continue to be an Elk in good standing when applying for assistance. Applicants must be able to demonstrate financial need. For more information: Scholarship Committee, 2750 N. Lakeview Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614-1889, scholarship@elks.org, tel: 773-755-4732, fax: 773-755-4733
10. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Competition, ($30,000) Due 10/31
The VFW established the Voice of Democracy program (VOD) in 1947 to provide students grades 9-12 the opportunity to express themselves in regards to democratic ideas and principles. Applicants must write an essay answering the prompt and then record their reading of the draft to an audio CD or flash drive. The recording can be no shorter than three minutes and no longer than five minutes (plus or minus five seconds). Prizes and scholarships can be awarded at the Post, District, state, and national levels.
The national first-place winner receives a $30,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college, or vocational/technical school. For more information, Scholarship Committee, 406 West 34th Street, Kansas City, MO 64111, youthscholarships@vfw.org, 816-968-1117 x756
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If you’ve ever wondered how someone could go from extremely ill, near-death and suddenly bounce back as if it were a real-life miracle? They just may have a “Street M.D” working with them on their ailment or illness.
In the “HOT-Seat” this week is King Andre Davis, A.K.A Dr. Dre. (Nw Have, New York, and Washington, DC). Get your health and wellness questions ready, because this will be good.
“It’s ALL about the foods we eat. The ingreients are either healthy or they are NOT. It’s garbage in and garbage out, and it’s your choice what you allow into your boody. You only get one, so care for it.”King Andre Davis, AKA Dr. Dre
Notable Accomplishments
AWARDS – Recipient of 100th Anniversary Pre
AWARDS – Youth Empowerment National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers Inc.
AWARDS – Recipient of the “Heart-Beat Award” for Consistent and Positive Contribution of Youth Services
Co-Founder, Fatherhood Initiative
Entrepreneur
Facilitator at Healthy Start (New Haven)
Health & Wellness Coach & Trainer
KING ANDRE DAVIS (New Haven, New York, and Washington, DC)
Andre works on behalf of the inner-city and urban communities in New Haven, CT, New York, NY, and Washington, DC. He enjoys good people, good vibes, family and travel. Andre Davis has two children, one pursuing a Ph.D at Univeristy of Virginia Med School and a son, at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) persuing a Philosophy Degree. The Davis family are advid advocates of educatio.
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This week in the “HOT-Seat” at Urban Academics is Sabrina B Moore, Ph.D., the Director, Student Intervention Services at the South Carolina Department of Education. She is in charge of overseeing school safety and climate initiatives.
Dr. Moore has over 30-years of combined administrative and teaching experience. She’s also a certified trainer in Adult Mental Health First Aid, Restorative Practices, Active Shooter Response Training, and Working with At-Risk Males.
“Safety on any level starts at home, then it spreads abroad”.
Dr. Sabrina B Moore, Director of Student Interventions, SCDE
Recent Collaboration with educators, law enforcement officials, mental health professionals, and schools psychologists in the development of the South Carolina School-Based Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Guidelines
Recipient of the Governor and Mrs. Richard W Riley Award for Excellence in Dropout Prevention
SCDE Video Production: Preventing the Risks of School Violence: Informed Educators
SCDE Video Production: Preventing the Risks of School Violence: Informed Students
Speaker/Presenter at local, state, or national conferences
Under Dr. Moore’s Leadership, SCDE has been awarded over 10 million in federal funds to address school safety issues
Lady Sabrina Moore Enjoys family, friends, and good times. And lives in Columbia, SC, with her husband David, son (Garrison), a recent Class of 2020, COVID-19 Graduate and President/CEO of Moore Puzzles and Gifts. Daughter (Jami) also bears the esteemed “Dr.” before her name, following in Mom’s footsteps…
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Taking the “HOT-Seat” at Urban-Academics during an Inaugural “Special Edition” Session is Lady Iline Tracey, Ed.D, and the Head Chief Woman in a town known as New Haven Public Schools (NHPS) Superintendent of Schools.
Dr. Tracey started in education very young, getting her first paid role while only sixteen years old. Her passion for learning and genuine concern for others is what got her here. If you’ve got questions, she’s got answers.
“I believe in collaboration – We can move mountains. I believe education is the great equalizer.”
Dr. Iline Tracey, Superintendent, NHPS
Notable Accomplishments:
COVID-19 hit just months into Dr. Tracey’s tenure as Interim Superintendent
Developed Literacy (Child and Adult) Programs
Dr. Tracey was working (paid) in the field of education at the age of sixteen
Grew up on a farm in the Jamaican Countryside
Her career at NHPS started at Dwight School
Highest Paid City of New Haven Employee/Official
Unanimously voted in as Super Intendent of NHPS
91% of 1,000 feedback surveys were in favor of Dr. Iline Tracey
New Haven Board of Education Meeting – August 24, 2020
Iline Tracey, Ed.D. has seven children, eight grandchildren, and her hobbies include hiking, reading, and researching.
You can contact Dr. Tracey VIA Phone: (475) 220-1003, or EMAIL: iline.tracey@newhaven.k12.ct.us. **PLEASE NO SPAM!!!
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In this Week’s “HOT-Seat”
Sexual abuse is just the tip of the ice-burg, and it’s time the conversation is brought to the table open for discussion. Children all over the world are abused and misused – Even the very institutions designed and developed to cure/fix/stop these problems are guilty of the same.
For some reason, pedophilia will always be with us as is the beggars, liar, robber, and thief. But what happens to the child with unresolved issues? Where does the wounded return when feelings of old creep up reminding a victim to feel like the perpetrator?
The “HOT-Seat” is warming up for Jocelyn Fagan (Tampa, FL), Entrepreneur, Licensed Minister, and Provisional Elder from Tampa, FL sharing her story of forgiveness and overcoming unbelievable life circumstances with a triumphant outcome. This one is sure to keep you on your toes – RAW and REAL … A story of abandonment, rejection, and sexual abuse – BUT Without Excuse/Repentance!
Lies and Damn Lies About Sexual Abuse – Jocelyn Y Fagan (Tampa, Florida), an Author, Entrepreneur, and Licensed Minister shares her story RAW and True. In the “HOT-Seat”
“I am extremely compassionate about people feeling free, not making their past determine their futures!”
Jocelyn Y Fagan, Author, Entrepreneur and Licensed Minister
Notable Achievements
Ambassadors for Circuit Court (Tampa, Family Adoptions) – Jocelyn and her husband Nathaniel Fagan are both accepting of this honor
Minister Jocelyn’s published book, Enduring The Call: A 14-Day Encounter is available NOW on Amazon Here! At the RoundTable, Jocelyn shares her personal experience in hopes that you will be willing to help a young person should they approach you with their truths. What will you do? What will you say?
Jocelyn Y Fagan is lives in Tampa, Florida with her husband Nathaniel and their son JaQ son. She is currently working on her second book.
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The Urban Academics Roundtable provides a discussion on a variety of topics. It’s intellectual talk around black, brown, and poor folks issues. There’s the coveted “HOT-Seat,” which is pulled out for people of all walks of life having something worthy to share/teach. These conversations are necessary and RAW, often too “HOT” to stop.
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This week we are pulling out the “HOT-Seat” for Mr. Pierre M Reddick, whose hometown is New Haven. CT, but he only went to school there for one year – His freshman year of high school. Before that, it was a small private day school in Branford, CT, where he and his sister were no doubt the minority, but fitting in nicely.
The long ride out to Branford every day seemed daunting for many people back in New Haven, and even fewer could understand why anyone would pay for school when it’s free, and you’re not rich?
For Pierre, it was the normal course of activity, and his creativity, love of life, the outdoors, and his ability to see the world through a broader lense is because he has never felt trapped – Not in the ways of education. After leaving New Haven Public Schools, he matriculated and graduated from Fort Mill, High School, graduated from Claflin University, attended Point Part University
Pierre Reddick is Co-Founder (PIMOSH Network), and Music Director for Crunch Bunch Kids. Pierre has also been quite successful in merging roles of educator and entrepreneur. The Urban Academics “HOT-Seat” because he can deliver hacks, tips, and tricks for inner-city urban students that will help parents, providers, and teachers tremendously.
“Being a teacher does not mean we want to replace parents. We would much rather partner with parents, but at the same time I’ve played the role of father to almost 400 scholars at any given moment.”
Pierre M Reddick
Notable Accomplishments
Pierre has been involved in the education field for five (5) years, and has served families in several capacities, including but not limited to the following:
Co-Founder & Creative Director at People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher (PIMOSH)
Composition Facilitator
Crunch Bunch Music Producer
Dean of students
Five (5) Year Education Veteran in School System
HBCU Graduate (Claflin University Alum)
Interned at Atlantic Records
Lead Teacher for English Language Arts (ELA)
Music Producer & Writer
Teachers In Residence (TIR) Coordinator
Worked for CT School System
Worked for DC School System
To contact Pierre M Reddick, you can follow him on Instagram at thepierremarqui and Voisey as pthewriter to follow his new MUSIC journey
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This week in the “HOT-Seat,” a special guest from Charlotte, NC, is helping parents during COVID with a few tips on why most schools, students, and teachers fail during a candid conversation about parenting black, brown, poor, and other kids living the inner-city urban experience in America.
As a creative Executive Director, The PIMOSH Network, and Social-Entrepreneur, she has found herself serving children & families directly on the front lines for years while working alongside administrators, local, county, and state officials, a collaborator, contractor, partner, sponsor, and/or vendor.
If you’re a working parent of young kids looking for answers around education, jump in line. The administration didn’t wait until the last minute, and it simply allowed deadlines to lapse.
“People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher, the acronym for PIMOSH. Providing educational services has been ebbs & flows, peaks and valleys, and ups and downs. However, we are still here keeping relevant through the youth we serve. Involving folks in the decision-making process is a guarantee for success! “
Patrina Reddick, MSW
It’s only because PIMOSH implemented work-based learning opportunities as part of the implementation plan, countless teens got their first paid jobs, opening doors for more programs to do the same – Hire Teens! Ms. Patrina enjoys working mostly with high-achieving juniors, seniors, and undergraduate college students.
Helping school systems, state departments, and federal initiatives with educational mandates, especially those targeting black, brown, poor, and other students living the inner-city urban experience, is Ms. Patrina’s mission.
For example, in CT Raise, the federal government mandated the Grade Initiative that every child in foster care was on grade level or needed an academic plan. One phone call from Juvenile Justice and Ms. Patrina was working on the program before other departments had ever heard of the mandate.
Most after-school programs offer a tutorial program, or at least they should = After-School. Believe it or not, very few provide these services, and even less even know what an academic or educational intervention is.
This is a specialized service more than a tutorial or lame attempt at getting the unruly kids back on track. It’s more like an intervention for students (k-12) experiencing fight or flight. This student may be absent, always late or missing assignments, and never turning in homework – This Student is Failing!
Working over 20-years on the front-lines with children and families from all walks of life. PIMOSH, the service, has been tried, true and consistent in academics through arts, education, expression, and technology. She’s in the “HOT-Seat” tonight, providing help for parents during COVID.
Patrina Reddick, MSW, Executive Director, The PIMOSH Network
Patrina Reddick, MSW is the Co-Founder & Executive Director of The PIMOSH Network, Creator of Crunch Bunch Kids & Urban Academics, Writer of “No Slack Barack: How President Obama Saved My Life (Due out Fall of 2020)” takes the “HOT-Seat” with Help for Parents During COVID, and why some schools, students and teachers fail?
3 Reasons Why Schools, Students, and Teachers Fail
Environment
Whether You Get Chosen
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On tonight’s call, Ms. Patrina will answer these questions and more at the Urban Academics Roundtable, Thursdays at 9:30 PM. Pull up a seat and join folks from all over enjoying intellectual talk around educating black, brown, and poor kids living the inner-city urban experience.
Today, Ms. Reddick dreams of partnering with existing programs from everywhere, providing Tutorial & Mentoring Services. You could be up and running in as little as 30-days. Furthermore, training supervisors and youth workers of existing programs and services are nothing more than a full circle.
She was part of the first published team through the Readers Digest Fund for Best Practices for Youth Development at YALE University School of Medicine, The Consultation Center, (1997-99). Kaye Harvey, Co-Moderator at the Urban Academics Roundtable, was also published on the same team.
Folks call Ms. Reddick when they need something done the first time correctly – She gets the job done. If you know your outcome, she will facilitate you there, beginning to end. However, during COVID-19, there is no time to re-invent wheels. Parents need help now!
“What if parents had no idea what was even happening with their child’s school? Most inner-city folks can’t find an apartment in months (with section 8), let alone over-haul the entire school system. Who is ultimately responsible for educating our children? Parents everywhere need help during COVID, and $1,200 should not stimulate anyone.”
Patrina Reddick, MSW
If parents in your area need help during COVID, CallPIMOSH Toll-Free: 844.474.6674, or Email: psreddick@urban-academics.com
Patrina is driven, positive, and self-motivated. However, she was born on August 1st, which makes her astrological sign an LEO. When Queen Patrina is not working, she is dancing, shopping, and swimming with Miley & Moe.
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Welcome to another segment of the Urban Academics Roundtable, where you get a good dose of food for the intellect – body, mind and soul.
The goal is to connect, educate, enlighten, equip, grow, help, inform, lead, love, share, and train black, brown and poor people who are called to children & Families, more specifically, around the line item of education, and the practical application of educating our kids.
Who was responsible for public schools in the US last year, and who will be responsible for educating our students by this time next year? Share your thoughts on these topics, questions get real answers you can use now!
County, Garry L McFadden, Black Lives Matter, Crime, Police Brutality, and “Homicide City.” Thursday at 9:30 PM (EST)
This week at the Roundtable’s “HOT-Seat” is Charlotte Mecklenburg’s 45th Sheriff Gary L McFadden, Black Lives Matter, Crime, Police Brutality, and “Homicide City.” Thursday at 9:30 PM (EST).
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Welcome to our blog post on the history of daylight-saving time (DST) in the United States! If you enjoy long summer days, you know how precious an extra hour of sunlight can be. But have you ever wondered why we even have DST in the first place? How did this practice come about, and how has it evolved in the US?
In this post, we’ll take you on a journey through the fascinating history of DST in America, from its early beginnings to the controversies and changes of recent years. You’ll learn about the social, economic, and political factors that have influenced the adoption and adaptation of DST in different regions of the country and how it has impacted people’s lives and livelihoods.
So, get ready to explore the highs and lows of DST in the US and gain a deeper understanding of this cultural phenomenon that affects millions of Americans twice a year. Whether you’re a history buff, a curious learner, or simply someone who wants to know more about the world around you, this post is for you. Let’s dive in!
Benefits of Daylights Savings Time (DST)
Daylight Saving Time (DST) has been debatable for years, with some arguing that changing our clocks twice a year is not worth the hassle. However, proponents of DST argue that it brings a range of benefits to individuals and society. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the most significant benefits of DST and how they impact our lives.
First and foremost, DST is associated with energy savings. By aligning our schedules with natural daylight hours, we reduce the need for artificial lighting and heating, decreasing energy consumption. This benefits the environment and lowers energy bills for households and businesses.
Another benefit of DST is increased productivity. With longer daylight hours, people are more likely to engage in outdoor activities, which can boost physical health and overall well-being. Moreover, studies have shown that people are more productive when they have more natural light and feel more alert and energized. This translates to better work performance and increased economic growth.
In addition to these tangible benefits, DST has also been linked to improved mental health and well-being. Longer daylight hours provide opportunities for outdoor activities, such as exercising, socializing, and enjoying nature. These activities positively affect mental health and can help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.
Beyond these primary benefits, other potential advantages of DST are worth considering. For example, DST can reduce crime rates by providing more natural light during evening hours, deterring criminal activity. It can also help alleviate traffic congestion, as more people walk, bike, or take public transportation instead of driving.
Drawbacks of Daylight Savings Time
While Daylight Saving Time (DST) has its benefits, several drawbacks are worth considering. In this blog post, we’ll look at some of the most significant disadvantages of DST and how they can impact our lives.
One of the primary drawbacks of DST is the disruption it can cause to our sleep patterns. Changing our clocks can lead to feelings of jetlag and affect our circadian rhythms, resulting in decreased productivity, mood swings, and increased risk of accidents.
Furthermore, DST has been linked to negative impacts on health, too. Studies have shown that Daylight Saving Time can have negative implications for our health, including increased rates of heart attacks, strokes, and car accidents. The disruption to our sleep patterns can also lead to increased levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. In addition, the shift in daylight hours can affect our body’s production of melatonin, which can harm our immune system and increase the risk of illness.
Daylight Saving Time can also have economic costs, as businesses and individuals may have to adjust their schedules and routines to accommodate the time change. This can lead to lost productivity, increased absenteeism, and higher healthcare costs. Additionally, some industries, such as agriculture, transportation, and tourism, may be particularly affected by the shift in daylight hours.
Criticisms of DST: Critics of Daylight Saving Time argue that the practice is outdated and unnecessary and can cause more problems than it solves. Some have called for eliminating DST, citing its adverse impacts on public health, the environment, and the economy. Others argue that the time change can be particularly difficult for children and the elderly, who may have difficulty adjusting to the new schedule. Overall, Daylight Saving Time has many valid criticisms, and it remains a controversial issue for many people.
Recent Changes to DST laws in the United States:
Daylight Saving Time (DST) is advancing clocks by one hour during summer to extend evening daylight and conserve energy. However, its effectiveness has been debated for years, leading to changes in DST laws in various regions.
In the United States, the Energy Policy Act of 2005 extended the DST period by four weeks, beginning in 2007. This change moved the start of DST from the first Sunday of April to the second Sunday of March and ended it on the first Sunday of November instead of the last Sunday in October. The extension was intended to save energy, reduce traffic accidents, and boost tourism.
However, the effectiveness of DST in achieving these goals remains controversial. In 2018, Florida passed a law to make DST permanent, opting out of the switch between Standard Time and DST. The move sparked discussions in other states to follow suit, but the implementation requires federal approval.
International Variations in DST Practices:
DST practices vary widely among countries and regions worldwide. Some countries, such as the United States, Canada, and European Union, observe DST, while others, such as China and Japan, do not.
In Europe, the European Union (EU) Standard Time directive stipulates that DST begins on the last Sunday of March and ends on the previous Sunday.
How to Survive Time Changes
Tips for adjusting to the time change:
Start adjusting your sleep schedule a few days before the time change. Gradually shift your bedtime and wake-up time by 15-30 minutes daily to make the transition smoother.
Get plenty of sunlight during the day to help regulate your circadian rhythm.
Avoid consuming caffeine and alcohol in the evening, as they can interfere with sleep.
Keep your bedroom calm, quiet, and dark to promote restful sleep.
Consider taking a short nap during the day if you’re feeling tired.
Best practices for maintaining healthy sleep habits:
Stick to a consistent sleep schedule, even on weekends and holidays.
Create a relaxing bedtime routine to signal your body that it’s time to sleep.
Avoid using electronic devices for at least an hour before bedtime, as the blue light emitted by screens can suppress melatonin production and interfere with sleep.
Exercise regularly, but avoid vigorous physical activity close to bedtime.
Avoid consuming large meals or fluids close to bedtime, which can cause indigestion and frequent urination.
Strategies for minimizing DST-related stress and anxiety:
Acknowledge that the time change can be challenging and give yourself time to adjust.
Practice self-care activities such as meditation, yoga, or deep breathing exercises to help you relax and reduce stress.
Stay connected with your support network, whether family, friends or a therapist.
Use positive affirmations or mantras to help you feel calmer and more centered.
Focus on the benefits of the time change, such as longer daylight hours and the potential for more outdoor activities.
In conclusion, Daylight Saving Time has both its advantages and disadvantages. While it can provide longer daylight hours and potential energy savings, it can also disrupt sleep patterns, negatively impact health, and incur economic costs. The practice has received criticism from various groups and remains a controversial topic.
As individuals, it is vital to manage Daylight Saving Time’s impacts on our well-being, such as adjusting our sleep schedules and practicing self-care activities. Additionally, we can engage in the conversation about DST and advocate for changes that prioritize our health and well-being.
In considering the societal impacts of Daylight Saving Time, it is vital to recognize the potential economic costs and adverse effects on public health. By engaging in meaningful conversations and advocating for evidence-based policies, we can work together to create positive changes that benefit us all.
Ultimately, the well-being of ourselves and our communities should remain at the forefront of our conversations about Daylight Saving Time. By taking proactive steps and advocating for positive changes, we can create a world where everyone can thrive and flourish.
Financial aid is any funding that helps students pay for their education, such as grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study programs. Financial aid aims to make higher education more accessible to students who may not otherwise be able to afford it.
Many types of financial aid are available, and the eligibility requirements vary depending on the program. Grants and scholarships are typically awarded based on financial need, academic achievement, or a combination. Loans must be repaid with interest but usually offer more flexible repayment options than private loans. Work-study programs allow students to work part-time jobs on campus to earn money for their education.
Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for financial aid. The FAFSA is used by the federal government, as well as many states and colleges, to determine a student’s eligibility for financial assistance. The FAFSA collects information about a student’s family income, assets, and other financial resources to calculate their Expected Family Contribution (EFC), which is the amount of money the student and their family are expected to contribute to their education.
It’s essential to apply for financial aid as early as possible, as some programs have limited funds distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Students should also be aware of the various deadlines and requirements for each program they’re applying for and any renewal requirements for maintaining their eligibility for financial aid.
Financial aid can be a valuable resource for students pursuing higher education. Students can make informed decisions about financing their education and achieving their academic goals by understanding the types of financial aid available, the eligibility requirements, and the application process.
Federal FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a basic form that students must complete to receive federal financial aid for college. The FAFSA is a comprehensive application that collects information about the student’s income, assets, and family size, which is then used to calculate the student’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC). The EFC is the amount the student and their family are expected to contribute to college expenses.
Completing the FAFSA is a crucial step in the college application process that should be noticed. Filling out the FAFSA allows students to access federal financial aid programs, including grants, loans, and work-study programs. Additionally, many states and colleges use the FAFSA to determine eligibility for their financial aid programs.
Completing all necessary steps in the FAFSA process ensures students can access the maximum amount of financial aid available. This includes gathering all required personal and financial information, such as tax returns and bank statements, and submitting the FAFSA by the appropriate deadlines. Completing the FAFSA early is especially important, as some financial aid programs have limited funding and are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
It’s important to stress that completing the FAFSA does not guarantee that a student will receive financial aid. By completing the FAFSA and exploring other financial aid options, students can ensure that they are making the most of the resources available and set themselves up for success in their academic and professional lives. However, failing to apply to the FAFSA can result in missed opportunities for financial assistance that could make college more affordable.
Steps for completing the FAFSA:
Gather essential documents: You will need your Social Security number, driver’s license or I.D. card, and your previous year’s tax returns (yours and your parents if you are a dependent student).
Visit the FAFSA website: Go to fafsa.ed.gov to start the application process.
Create an FSA ID: You must create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) I.D. as your digital signature for the FAFSA. You can create one at fsaid.ed.gov.
Choose the appropriate FAFSA form: Select the proper FAFSA form based on the academic year you’re looking for financial aid.
Fill out the application: Provide your personal and financial information as prompted, including income, assets, and family size. Please feel free to save your progress and return to the application later if you need to.
Sign and submit the FAFSA: Review your application and electronically sign and submit it with your FSA ID.
Review your Student Aid Report (SAR): After submitting your FAFSA, you will receive a SAR summarizing your information and confirming your EFC. Review it for accuracy and make any necessary corrections.
Follow up with schools: The schools you applied to will receive your FAFSA information and use it to determine your eligibility for financial aid. Follow up with the schools to ensure they have all the necessary information and to explore other financial aid options.
Other things to remember when completing the FAFSA:
Apply as early as possible: The FAFSA becomes available on October 1 each year, and some financial aid programs are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Applying as early as possible is essential to maximize your financial aid chances.
Double-check your information: Ensure your personal and financial information is accurate before submitting your FAFSA. Errors can delay processing and potentially affect your eligibility for financial aid.
Keep track of deadlines: Check the deadlines for the FAFSA and any state or college financial aid programs you may be eligible for. Missing a deadline could result in missed opportunities for financial assistance.
Please get in touch with the financial aid office at your college or university of choice with any questions: If you have questions or concerns about the FAFSA or the financial assistance process, please don’t hesitate to contact the financial aid office at the school(s) you’re applying to. They can provide guidance and support to help you navigate the process.
Completing the FAFSA can be time-consuming, but it’s essential in accessing federal and state financial aid programs. By following these steps, you can ensure that you have completed the FAFSA accurately and submitted it on Time, increasing your chances of receiving financial aid to help you pay for college.
The FAFSA Deadline:
The FAFSA deadline varies depending on the state and the school you plan to attend. However, the federal deadline for submitting the FAFSA for the 2022-2023 academic year is June 30, 2023. I want to let you know that many states and colleges have deadlines earlier than the federal deadline, so it’s a good idea to check with the schools you’re interested in to determine their specific deadlines.
It’s also essential to submit the FAFSA as soon as possible after it becomes available on October 1, 2021, to maximize your eligibility for financial aid. Some financial aid programs have limited funds distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so submitting the FAFSA early can increase your chances of receiving those funds.
In summary, while the federal deadline for submitting the FAFSA for the 2022-2023 academic year is June 30, 2023, it’s essential to check with the schools you’re interested in to find out their specific deadlines and to submit the FAFSA as early as possible to maximize your eligibility for financial aid.
Special Provisions for Children of Military Veterans
For children of military veterans, there are a few things to keep in mind:
You may be eligible for additional financial aid: If your parent or guardian served in the military, you may qualify for further financial assistance through the Post-9/11 GI Bill or the Yellow Ribbon Program.
You may be eligible for in-state tuition: Some states offer in-state tuition rates to children of military veterans, even if the student is not a resident of that state.
You may be eligible for fee waivers: Some colleges and universities offer application or other fee waivers for children of military veterans.
For 100% disabled veterans, there are also special provisions:
You may be eligible for additional financial aid: If your parent or guardian is a 100% disabled veteran, you may qualify for additional financial support through the Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA).
Things to keep in mind if you’re a child of a military veteran or a dependent of a 100% disabled veteran applying for financial aid through the FAFSA:
Report untaxed income: If you or your parent received untaxed income through military allowances or other benefits, report them on the FAFSA. These may include housing allowances, combat pay, and basic allowance for subsistence (BAS).
Report veteran status: On the FAFSA, you’ll be asked to report your parent’s veteran status. Be sure to answer this question accurately, as it can impact your eligibility for specific financial aid programs.
Check for military scholarships: Many scholarships are available specifically for children of military veterans and dependents of 100% disabled veterans. Research these options and apply for any that you may be eligible for.
Understand the impact of the Montgomery GI Bill: If your parent is using the Montgomery GI Bill to pay for your education, be aware that it may impact your eligibility for need-based financial aid. The GI Bill amount may be considered part of your family’s income when determining your financial aid package.
Considering these factors, you can ensure that you accurately report your family’s financial situation and take advantage of all available resources when applying for financial aid through the FAFSA.
If you are a child of a military veteran or a dependent of a 100% disabled veteran, it’s essential to research these options and speak with the financial aid office at the school(s) to which you’re applying. They can help you navigate the process and utilize all available resources.
Contact the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Department in several ways:
By phone: You can contact the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243) to speak with a customer service representative. The phone line is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Time.
By mail: You can send a letter to Federal Student Aid at the following address: Federal Student Aid Programs P.O. Box 7654 London, KY 40742-7654
In-person: If you have a complex question or issue, you can schedule an appointment to meet with a financial aid advisor at a Federal Student Aid Information Center or your school’s financial assistance office. You can find the nearest Federal Student Aid Information Center by visiting https://studentaid.gov/help-center/contact and selecting “Find a Federal Student Aid Information Center.”
Online: You can submit a question or request through the Federal Student Aid website’s online contact form. To access the form, go to https://studentaid.gov/help-center/contact and select your question’s appropriate category and subcategory.
In closing, it’s important to note that FAFSA is not a scholarship provider but rather a government agency that helps students and families apply for federal financial aid for college.
I hope this information is helpful to you; If so, let me know by leaving a message below. Thank you for reading, and all the best in your quest for higher learning without breaking the bank.
I hope you’re feeling the love today. Valentine’s Day is about showing appreciation to the special people in our lives; there’s no shortage of ways to do that.
Have you ever wondered how much money Valentine’s Day costs? The numbers are astonishing. According to recent studies, Valentine’s Day is one of the biggest holidays for consumer spending, with an estimated $20 billion being spent annually on gifts, cards, and other romantic gestures. That’s a lot of love!
So, what are people spending all that money on? There’s no right or wrong way to celebrate as long as it’s unique and meaningful for you and your loved one. Flowers and chocolates are a popular choice, and many couples enjoy treating themselves to a romantic dinner or weekend getaway. Others prefer to show their love through sentimental gifts, such as jewelry or personalized keepsakes.
The most important thing about Valentine’s Day is not how much money you spend but the effort you put into showing someone you care. Whether it’s a simple card or a grand gesture, what matters most is the thought and love behind it.
Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re celebrating with your partner, friends, or family, take a moment to appreciate all the love in your life and show gratitude to the people who matter most. So, on this special Day, I hope you’re surrounded by love and laughter.
Here are some fun and creative ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with children:
Make homemade Valentine’s Day cards:Encourage your children to get creative and make their own Valentine’s Day cards for friends, family members, or classmates.
Have Valentine’s Day-themed picnic:Pack a special lunch and head to a park or backyard for a picnic. Decorate the area with hearts, flowers, and balloons to create a festive atmosphere.
Bake sweet treats: Spend some time baking Valentine’s Day-themed treats, such as heart-shaped cookies, cupcakes, or a special cake.
Play Valentine’s Day games:Many fun games can be adapted for Valentine’s Day, such as a heart hunt, a “Guess How Many Hearts” jar, or a Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt.
Craft a special gift:Encourage your children to make a unique gift for a loved one, such as a hand-painted picture frame, a photo album, or a beaded necklace.
Watch a romantic movie:Cuddle up on the couch and watch a classic romantic film, such as “The Notebook” or “Love.”
Have a family dance party: Put on some of your favorite love songs and have a dance party with the whole family.
Read Valentine’s Day-themed books:Spend some time reading Valentine’s Day-themed books, such as “The Giving Tree” or “Guess How Much I Love You.”
Plan a fun outing: Take your children on a special outing, such as to a zoo, an amusement park, or a museum.
Volunteer together:Teach your children the importance of giving back by volunteering at a local organization or helping a neighbor in need.
Remember that the most important thing is to spend quality time together and show your children how much you love and appreciate them. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day can be difficult for those who have lost a loved one. It can bring up emotions and memories of the person who is no longer present. However, there are ways for children and families to grieve and honor their loved ones on Valentine’s Day.
Remember the person who has passed: Encourage children and families to share memories and stories about their loved ones. Look through old photos, watch home movies, or listen to music that reminds you of the person.
Create a memorial: Children and families can create a memorial for their loved ones on Valentine’s Day. This could be as simple as setting up a particular photo or lighting a candle in their memory.
Participate in a particular activity: Doing something unique and meaningful to honor the memory of a loved one can help bring comfort on Valentine’s Day. This could be visiting their final resting place, participating in a memorial service, or planting a tree in their memory.
Give to others: Engaging in acts of kindness and generosity in honor of a loved one can help bring comfort on Valentine’s Day. Donate to a charity important to the person, perform a random act of kindness or volunteer in their memory.
Seek support: Grieving the loss of a loved one can be challenging, especially on special days like Valentine’s Day. Encourage children and families to seek help from family, friends, or counselors.
Allow for expression of emotions: Children and families may experience a range of emotions on Valentine’s Day, including sadness, anger, and guilt. Allow children and family members to express their feelings and offer support and comfort.
Create a new tradition: A new tradition to honor a loved one can help bring comfort and joy on Valentine’s Day. This could be something as simple as a special meal, a family outing, or a candlelight ceremony.
Remember, it’s essential to give yourself and your loved one time and space to grieve and to know that it’s okay to feel sad on Valentine’s Day. With time and support, the healing process can begin, and you can find new ways to honor and remember your loved one on this special Day and beyond.
“We hope that you and your loved ones will find joy, love, and happiness this Valentine’s Day. Whether you celebrate with grand gestures or simple acts of kindness, the most important thing is to show your love and appreciation for those closest to you. May this holiday be a special time for you and your family, filled with laughter, memories, and most importantly, love. Happy Valentine’s Day!”
