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Conversations on the Oaks thoughtfully provides views and information about issues that affect communities, particularly in Black America and at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.... more
FAQs about Conversations on the Oaks:How many episodes does Conversations on the Oaks have?The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.
August 10, 2020Growth MindsetFor more than 30 years, the concept of growth mindset has been used to encourage students to take on academic challenges on every level of education. At Dillard University, the practice is being used to increase student performance and achievement as part of the United Negro College Fund's Career Pathways Initiative. Dr. Cleo Allen, who leads the initiative along with Dr. Casey Schreiber, talks about the value of growth mindset and how it is being implemented at the University....more33minPlay
July 28, 2020Advancing Racial JusticeIn the wake of an active summer of racial protests, Dillard University started a Center for Racial Justice. The center's director, Dr. Ashraf Esmail, discusses what it will take to advance racial justice and also what the Center for Racial Justice looks to accomplish....more22minPlay
July 15, 2020A Student Battles COVID-19Taylor Gentry opens up about her and her father's battle with COVID-19 while in her hometown Nashville. In an honest interview, she talks about letting her guard down and issues stern warnings to her peers as universities prepare for their Fall 2020 return to campus....more25minPlay
FAQs about Conversations on the Oaks:How many episodes does Conversations on the Oaks have?The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.