Dr William M White
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William M. White, Ed D MLE, earned a Doctorate in Leadership from Fielding Graduate University and Harvard's MLE certificate. He is a leadership researcher, professor, executive, author, and co-founded of National Diversity Collaborative.
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Advent Joy
Advent Joy: Connecting DEI with Hope, Peace and the Pursuit of Happiness Hope and Peace: The Foundation of Joy Hope, celebrated in the first week of Advent, is the seed of transformation. It is a forward-looking trust that better days are possible. “We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope,” said Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., reminding us that hope is not a passive sentiment but a call to action. It empowers us to envision and work toward a world where justice and equity reign.
By Dr William M Whiteabout a year ago in Motivation
DEI:
DEI: Why It Matter to Generation Z and Beyond Understanding DEI: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion DEI stands for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion—three interconnected principles aimed at fostering fairness, representation, and unity across all parts of society. For Generation Z, the most diverse and socially conscious generation in history, DEI is not just a conversation—it’s a movement that shapes their lives, education, and careers.
By Dr William M Whiteabout a year ago in Motivation
Hope and DEI
Hope and DEI: Building a Future Rooted in Equity and Inclusion Introduction: Hope is more than a fleeting emotion—it’s an active force that inspires resilience, fuels progress, and challenges us to take action. As we face a moment of deepening division and increasing distrust, hope becomes not just a comfort but a necessity. Let hope guide us as we strive to build a future rooted in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), where justice is tangible, and all are valued.
By Dr William M Whiteabout a year ago in Motivation
Advent's Call for Peace
Advent’s Call for Peace: Restoring Justice in a Fractured America The second Sunday of Advent, marked by the lighting of the Peace Candle, calls for restoration and healing—a message urgently needed in our divided society. As America continues to experience cultural clashes exacerbated by the erosion of rights and discriminatory rhetoric, the path toward justice and peace requires collective action.
By Dr William M Whiteabout a year ago in Humans
History Repeats Itself
History Repeats Itself: Reflections on Affirmative Action, Professional Success and the Ongoing Struggle for Equity In the 1970s, I became one of the few Black Analytical Chemists to join the workforce under the framework of Affirmative Action. At Geigy Pharmaceuticals in Ardsley, New York, I worked alongside colleagues from prestigious Ivy League schools. My journey, however, began at Bluefield State College, a historically Black College or University where limited resources necessitated ingenuity and perseverance. For example, we couldn’t afford to purchase a high-pressure liquid chromatograph, so we built one ourselves. That hands-on experience prepared me in ways my peers could scarcely imagine. Yet, despite my qualifications and the unique skills I brought to the table, I was often labeled an “Affirmative Action hire.” This phrase wasn’t just a descriptor—it carried a subtext designed to undermine my credibility, suggesting that my position was the result of policy rather than ability.
By Dr William M Whiteabout a year ago in Motivation
