Great food, fine wines and higher education are three of Dr. Yvonne Friedman's loves. Better known as Dr. Y, she shares her passion for all three and her climb up the executive ladder to become a vice president in the student affairs arena. While her story is very similar to other women of color who work in the academy, this petite, Mexican American, latina says after several moves, she is very content where she is at Coastal Carolina University, but is always looking towards the future. In addition to leading well, she wants to coach and mentor other women and women of color in who are in higher education. Listen in to find out what got her to the "E-Suite" of academia. "Leader and advocate for nurturing underrepresented women in the workplace by creating communities of practice and pipelines for success" is her motto. You can read more about Dr. Friedman on LinkedIn. There, she writes about helping women and trauma0nformed pedagogy and leadership: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonneh Find more information about This Prof Life Podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/5y7tyj27 Or, you can find more episodes on Apple, Spotify, Google Play, Amazon Music, and all major podcast listening platforms. Email me at hellodrpat@gmail.com for feedback, information or to suggest other guests. I do appreciate you!…

Living and studying as a Black woman in Cuba led Dr. Kaifa Roland to write not only one book but two about her experiences. She is currently Director of Global Black Studies and Associate Professor of Anthropology at Clemson University. Join this delightfully intellectual conversation that centers around her cultural research which focuses on Cuba and the African Diaspora in the Caribbean. She has penned a variety of articles and chapters describing the black experience. You won't be disappointed as she speaks about the tourism industry, entrepreneurshp, national identity, racial and gender constructions, higher education and other topics. I appreciate your support through five-star ratings on Apple podcasts and other platforms. You can find Dr. Roland at https://www.kaifaroland.com/ Find more episodes on my website: https://www.drpatsanders.com/podcast…

Have you felt stuck lately? Are you looking for inspiration and motivation to make your next move? Dr. Carol Parker Walsh has experienced it all from being a corporate attorney, to higher education administrator, and now as her own boss. On this episode of This Prof Life , Dr. Parker Walsh shares her journey of being authentically true to herself and living out her values, through autonomy and creativity. She shares ways to get unstuck from indecision along with some very important pieces of advice: Do an internal audit - ask what else can I do? Make sure you decide how you want to work and show up - what legacy do you want to leave? Start building a bridge - see the vision of where you want to go next. Listen in to hear more personal lessons and takeaways from this dynamic executive coach, brand strategist and leader. I definitely left inspired by the conversation! Find her here: https://www.carolparkerwalsh.com/ Visit my website for more episodes: https://www.drpatsanders.com/ Be sure to visit and leave a positive review and 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts or anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts. Support This Prof Life on https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpatsanders Your listener-ship is appreciated.…

Do you consider your work to be "creative" or "traditional" scholarship? This week's guest, Dr. Kimberly Garza, says you can do both, successfully. A creative writer and professor of literature, Dr. Garza has recently published a book that includes three different languages- one for each of the ethnic backgrounds that she proudly claims. She makes it a priority to share authors of Latin descent with her students at the University of Texas- San Antonio, which has a large Hispanic population. In this episode of "This Prof Life: Women of Color in Higher Education" join Dr. Pat Sanders and Dr. Garza as they discuss the importance and necessity of creative research.…

Myths, tractors, rumors, coin collections, stories. They are all part of Dr. Yovanna Pineda's path of research. A Guatemalan-American Professor of History connects stories that are developed through machinery and agriculture. It may sound different, somewhat nerdy, even. But, you are in for a treat with this soon-to-be second time book author located at the University of Central Florida. Dr. Pineda also shares the challenges she has faced while working to be promoted to the next level of the professoriate. Listen in on this delightful conversation with Dr. Pat Sanders, a thought leader concerning women of color in higher education.…

When we pursue our dreams, it may lead us down more than one path and even to a different outcome. Whitley Greene, an adjunct dance professor, says that is what led her to teaching at the secondary and post-secondary levels. Currently, she shares her passion with students at the University of North Texas. In this episode she has an impactful discussion with Dr. Pat Sanders after following her heart, but while keeping it real at the same time. Whitley is honored by the privilege to learn, lead, and serve through the Fine Arts.…

We pick up where we left off in Part 2 of a conversation with Dr. Aerial Ellis, who shares how important it is for people of color to feel as if they belong at an institution. In other words, a person of color has been hired or included, now what does it take to retain them? That word, "belonging" has become a significant part of the diversity, equity and inclusion conversation and agenda. Take a listen! Find more episodes on my website, https://www.drpatsanders.com/ You can also find me on Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon Music, and anywhere you find your favorite podcast. Don't forget to leave a five-star review if you're enjoying the show. Learn more about Dr. Ellis on her website, https://www.aerialellis.com/ or LinkedIn.…

Dr. Aerial Ellis is one of the bright minds shining the spotlight in the DEI space, education and the business world. This dynamic woman is not only a business owner, but she is a professor and endowed chair at one of the country's highly regarded HBCUs, North Carolina Central University. Listen as we have a conversation about what it means to feel accepted and as if you belong in a workplace. Dr. Pat Sanders invites you to leave a five-star rating and positive comments on This Prof Life on Apple Podcasts . Or, go to her website, drpatsanders.com. You may email her with topics, questions or to connect at hellodrpat@gmail.com . Contact Dr. Ellis at Dr. Aerial Ellis .…

We all want to experience some level of happiness in our lives, even in our work-life. And, we should. After all, we spend the majority of our awake hours either working in an office or from home. In this episode, Dr. Pat Sanders shares ways to find your happy through transformation and a tested framework. Get this, it's not that hard to achieve. Click the listen button and join her now! Be sure to leave a positive rating and review.…

Dr. Sybril Brown does not hold back when speaking about teaching, working with new generations of students and what it takes to be successful in the Academy. Join our conversation as she speaks about how she stopped trying to teach and instead learned how to teach, leading to her success in the classroom. We also talk about: Different teaching methods. How professors are no longer "sages on stages" due to the ability of students to "Google" everything. Having multiple income streams. Being adaptable. You can find this former, award-winning journalist and veteran professor on twitter as @drsyb. Remember to leave a five-star rating and positive review for This Prof Life: Women of Color in Higher Education on Apple Podcasts and to subscribe and share. Find more episodes and more about me on my website, https://www.drpatsanders.com/podcast Thank you for being supportive of this podcast! Sponsors are welcome to reach out at hellodrpat.com.…

Women and people of color who work in higher education may have serious questions concerning their current career status. Kicking off Season 5, Dr. Pat asks, are you still happy, or is it time to move on? She says these are some questions you may need to ask yourself: Do I love waking up 90 plus percent of the time to go to work? Do I feel respected for what I do? Is valued a word I would use in describing my existence in my workspace? Is the motivation still there? Find some of the answers and how to arrive at your own in this episode. All episodes are available on drpatsanders.com or anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts. Dr. Pat examines the academic and personal lives of women of color who have dedicated their life's work to higher education. Be sure to subscribe, share and leave a positive review and 5-star rating. For questions or guest suggestions, email her at hellodrpat@gmail.com.…

Match your goals with your values. Dr. Darshon Reed shared amazing tips: 1. SMART Goals and RESTART goals. 2. Goal disengagement: limiting number of goals expectations for the year. 3. Goals should identify with your character traits. Dr. Reed is trained in experimental psychology and is a graduate of Lifespan Developmental Program and has an extensive background in Developmental Psychology. She also does diversity work. Find more at https://www.drpatsanders.com/…

Enjoy this past episode with Dr. Leslie Wang who has experienced perks and drawbacks while living and teaching as an Asian American woman in the U.S. On this episode, she speaks to us about: 1. Her experiences in the academy. 2. Her journey home to China in an attempt to find her roots. 3. Her research and work on children adopted from China. 4. Asian hate. 5. Coaching women. You can find more about her on her website, https://www.lesliekimwang.com/about, or https://www.drpatsanders.com/ Rate, review, subscribe, share.…

Dr. Ashley Adams on Mentoring and Administration. Where do you want to go? What is your ultimate goal? How will you get there? Adams, mentors women to their fullest potential while teaching. Listen in as she shares from experience and research.

(Replay) Dr. Jennifer Woodard is a longtime professor who moved from the faculty ranks to the administrative track at her institution. She shares her story of navigating through an institutional system that was not very welcoming to a young, African American woman who persevered to secure her position and success. Her authenticity is refreshing. Dr. Woodard now mentors other women and believes in the power of sisterhood and connection between women in the world of academia. You find Dr. Woodard on Twitter using the handle @jlbwoodard.…