La’Shelle Jefferson ’22 (GSLC, PhD) recently joined Central State University Faculty as full-time Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice. Read more about Dr. Jefferson and her dissertation What Factors in the Life Experience of African Americans Cause Them to Comply with or Confront Law Enforcement Officers? here.
PhD in Leadership and Change student Ileya Grosman has been selected as the lead photographer and co-creator of “Why We Work?”, an exploratory photo essay of dignity, work, purpose, and Catholic values. By capturing people in their practice: a barber and rural veterinarian, to baker and translator, Ileya and fellow partners highlight what is true and timeless in the deeper motivations and desires of work. The project will be featured at the New York Encounter, February 17-19, 2023 in New York City.
Dr. Jill Krahwinkel, Associate Professor, Clinical Mental Health Counseling in New England, offered two presentations at the Pennsylvania Counseling Association’s 54th annual conference, which took place from October 14th-16th of 2022. Her first educational session, How to Meet the Basic Needs of LGBTQ+ Clients Utilizing Choice Theory/Reality Therapy, and a second, round table session entitled Racial/Ethnic Experiences of Underrepresented Masters-level Students in CACREP-Accredited Counseling Programs both aimed to highlight the voices of marginalized individuals as well as educate others on the best practices in not just counseling, but also in greater academia. Both sessions were well-attended by professional counselors, counselor
PhD in Leadership and Change student Maya Townsend, Founder and Lead Consultant of Partnering Resources, delivered the keynote address, “Centering Humans: A Call for Radical Humanity at Work” at the Organizational Network Analysis Summit 2022. The conference brings together a diverse mix of voices: researchers and business analysts, human resources specialists, change management and organizational development consultants, communications specialists, and leaders of private and public organizations. Townsend specializes in helping individuals, teams, and organizations thrive in our networked world.
Matthew Solomon’s ‘21 (Online, BS) first documentary feature, Reimagining Safety, will have its Official West Coast Premiere on Friday, February 3, 2023, at the San Pedro International Film Festival. In Reimagining Safety, ten experts—including LA County District Attorney George Gascón, USC Law professor Dr. Jody Armour, and law enforcement expert Alex S. Vitale—discuss the false premise that more police and more prisons make us safer while providing practical and actionable solutions toward achieving systems of safety that work for everyone. The film is already receiving very positive feedback and support from social justice organizations and newly elected progressive leaders. The
After thousands of hours of research, conversations with hundreds of trans people, and a personal journey through transition, Alo Johnston ‘15 (Los Angeles, MA in Clinical Psychology) announces the publication of his first book, coming February 21, 2023, through Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Am I Trans Enough?: How to Overcome Your Doubts and Find Your Authentic Self is a work that explores historical narratives that fuel internalized transphobia and reveals the effects of a transphobic world on those coming out or questioning a life as a trans person. Johnston hopes to cultivate a space with this text for readers to engage with
Kristine (Kristina) Bak ’91 (Seattle, MA in Psychology) had her young adult fiction novel Cold Mirage published by Luminare Press. A cinematic, multi-layered novel, the second in a series starring Stevie, who heals pain with her touch. Secrets are slippery things, and the most dangerous people already know hers or think they do. Metaphysical gifts, hauntings, and natural phenomena blend in this near-future adventure with Stevie, her friends, and animal companions. Kristina Bak writes stories and novels for readers age 12 to 112. Her work has been described as “cinematic,” which makes sense to her since she sees what she
Gayle Brandeis’ ’01 (Los Angeles, MFA) forthcoming essay collection, Drawing Breath, Essays on Writing, the Body and Loss, will be released on February 7, 2023 (Overcup Books). Her ninth book to be published, Drawing Breath spans 20+ years of writing and “explores both the writing life and the embodied life, while fluidly fashioning the potent intersection between the two.” The collection features essays published throughout Brandeis’ career, including in The New York Times, Longreads, The Rumpus and viral essays in Modern Love and The Washington Post. Brandeis is an affiliate faculty member in Antioch’s MFA in Creative Writing program, a
Bonnie Curtis (GSLC, PhD) was recently featured on the podcast HR Superstars. The episode entitled “Developing a Win-Win Dynamic with Frontline Managers” highlights her research and reminds listeners of the ways in which support and self-leadership can impact success. Curtis is the Chief Executive Officer of Golden Spike LLC. She is an experienced executive leader with particular business acumen, broad technical expertise, and leadership success in diverse functional areas and cultures. Read more about Dr. Curtis and her dissertation How Should Bosses Lead? New Revelations from Frontline Managers here.
According to Scott J. Allen ’06 (GSLC, PhD), “great leaders imagine a better future, inspire others, execute with precision, and achieve results.” Since the inception of his leadership-focused podcast, Phronesis: Practical Wisdom for Leaders, Allen has hosted students, faculty, and alumni from Antioch University’s Graduate School of Leadership and Change (GSLC) as guest speakers. Each week, the podcast features smart, fast-paced discussions with experts that focus on leadership to educate the audience about timely, relevant topics and provide practical tips to help make a difference in how they lead and live. Guest speakers affiliated with Antioch’s Graduate School of Leadership
Maria Chavez-Haroldson ’20 (GSLC, PhD) was appointed to the Oregon State University Board of Trustees by Oregon Governor Brown. Chavez-Haroldson is Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at the Willamette Education Service District where she specializes in cultural intelligence, diversity management, information management, and data analysis. Read more about Dr. Chavez-Haroldson and her dissertation LatinX Diversity Officers in Higher Education: Capacitating Cultural Values as Champions of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion here.
Mandie Goodwin ’22 (New England, Certificate in Nature Based Early Education) was hired to be the first Nature Based teacher in Portsmouth, NH. She brings the joy of living and learning outside each day to wonderful teachers and students at three different public elementary schools.
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