Inauguration

The conversation explores themes of safety, authenticity, and the importance of mentorship for Black women in higher

Get to know Savvy Scholar Galesha Smith. Virginia born, and Atlanta raised, Galesha started singing in the church at the young age of 3 years old. This gospel songstress with a millennial twist unleashes powerful ballads. Gifted in music and the arts, Galesha’s soothing energy provides comfort to listeners. In the near future, Galesha hopes to bless audiences across the globe and release an EP to uplift, encourage, and inspire others.

In addition to a love for singing, Mrs. Smith is a new age artist and nail expert. Healthy nail care is at the center of her business and she treats every client like a superstar. For over a decade, Galesha has worked in the beauty industry serving clients, family, and celebrities. Nail care is only part of her superior services. Conversations with clients focus on mental wellness and holistic care. Galesha believes that God has called us to be the light even in darkness.

Galesha encourages listeners to claim, “Patience in the waiting season!”

Scripture Reference 

Galatians 3:36-29

Psalms  118:29

Cast Your Cares: A Guided Journal to Help Women Win The Battle Against Anxiety and Overthinking, Kylia Jackson

Get to know Savvy Scholar Angie Chandler. Angie is a cultural arts strategist from Brooklyn, New York. In Brooklyn, she received both her love of the arts and her B.A. in Education and History from Brooklyn College. Angie’s time as an educator continues to fuel her passion for arts education, advocacy, and equity. As a 1st generation American, her Caribbean and AfroLatinx heritage inspire a focus on global perspectives. As an arts administrator and consultant, she’s focused on increasing community engagement, curating innovative public programming, and introducing new voices and opportunities to institutions. Angie takes great joy in creating opportunities for artists and communities to engage in impactful experiences. Her work has included working with museums, arts organizations, and as an independent consultant. Angie currently spends her time supporting artists and organizations in Southern California.

Get to know Savvy Scholar, F. N. Masibili.A multi-talented sensation, meet Ms. Masibili a.k.a Faith Switch, the music artist. Wearing several hats, she shares nuggets from her journey, navigating both creative and intellectual pursuits. As a professional, she improves lives through building design and technical expertise. As a singer and songwriter, she crafts anthems of hope and solace. She currently resides in Norfolk, VA. 

Get to know Jasmyn Jones. A scholar, writer, former teacher and doctoral student. 

Get to know Savvy Scholar, Nina Brewton.

As a sought-after speaker, Nina has found her story and personal triumphs as a beacon of light to

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Get to know Dr. Pamela Chandler Lee associate professor, speaker, and change-agent.

A native of Virginia, Dr. Lee is a former U. S. Navy officer. A servant at heart, Dr. Lee has blazed paths in the areas of academia, military, ministry and leadership.  At a time when few women were allowed in warfare specialties, Dr. Lee earned the coveted gold surface warfare qualification. A master’s degree in linguistics as well as a certification to teach English to speakers of other languages led to her career in higher education. She is currently a tenured Associate Professor and Director of the MBA Program for Saint Leo University. The program boasts thousands of students who take courses on campus as well as online. She is responsible for training and preparing hundreds of professors who facilitate the courses and serve the students. A leadership consultant for non-profit as well as for-profit organizations, Dr. Lee has published and presented more than 30 papers in conferences and meetings in the U.S. and internationally.

Get to know Savvy Scholar Dr. Evingerlean D. B. Hudson, entrepreneur, podcast host, and First-Generation advocate. We discuss ways to support First-Generation learners, how to know when to lean in, and ways to combat burnout.

Dr. Evingerlean D. B. Hudson, affectionately known as Dr. Eve®, was raised in beautiful Charlotte, North Carolina by a single mother in a low-socioeconomic household. She went on to become a first-generation college graduate who earned a Ph.D. at the age of 28. Now, she is the Founder and Chief Strategist of Evingerlean Worldwide®—an entity created to empower first-generation scholars and graduates across the globe. The First-Gen Lounge, an award-winning podcast, is the first and #1 show in the world for first-generation scholars and graduates closing in on 100k downloads across more than 95 countries. Her publications have been a catalyst of change for countless first-generation trailblazers.

Visit: https://www.evehudsonphd.com/lounge/

Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evehudsonphd/?hl=en

Resources

Byrne, E. K. (2020, May 13). 5 steps for women to combat burnout. The Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2020/05/5-steps-for-women-to-combat-burnout

Moyer, M.E. (2022, February 15). Your body knows your's burned out. The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/15/well/live/burnout-work-stress.html

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Get to know Savvy Scholar Tasha Turnbull. Tasha is the owner of T2 Fitness, a fitness training facility in Virginia Beach, that has helped over 10,000 individuals make health and fitness a priority. Tasha serves as the Executive Director of T2 a non-profit fitness foundation started in 2018, assisting women improve their quality of life. Tasha is a scholar, entrepreneur, and author. Learn more about her fitness journey in her book, “How the Last 10lbs: Helped Me To Lose 100lbs.

Visit:https://www.myt2fitness.com

Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/t2_tasha/?hl=en