Doctor Jill Biden is in the House
Before she’s even taken up residence in the White House’s East Wing, future First Lady and former Second Lady Jill Biden has already emerged as a source of controversy in some circles. The issue? Her use of the prefix ‘Dr.’ Jill Biden, a long-time educator, holds a Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) in educational leadership from the University of Delaware, which she received in 2007. However, critics argue—at least on the face—that the Ed.D. in general is not sufficient justific
Starbucks Names First Black Female Board Chair
On December 9, 2020 Starbucks officially named Mellody Hobson as the chair of its board of directors, making her the only African American w
Understanding Inclusion Nudges
A fundamental strategy for any organization or community dealing with issues of implicit and unconscious bias is to simply recognize the fact that such bias exists in the first place. One of the most insidious features of unconscious bias is precisely the fact that people are often unaware of its presence and its impact on real-world decisions and outcomes. But as important as it is to raise awareness of unconscious bias, some argue that awareness alone is not enough. “Knowin
