Best Baylor University Podcasts (2024)

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John Rubinstein, Part 1: Scoring for Movies and TV to Winning a Tony: A Journey Through Music, Acting, and Hollywood's Golden Age 51:48

4d ago51:48

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Imagine being a multi-talented artist, a composer who has crafted scores for TV and iconic films like Jeremiah Johnson and The Candidate. Now, imagine you're also an acclaimed actor, having graced countless movies and winning a Tony Award for Children of a Lesser God Picture collaborating with legendary directors such as Bob Fosse, Mike Nichols, an…

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Can Summer School Close the Opportunity Gap?: A Case Study of Baylor Freedom Schools 1:03:51

12d ago1:03:51

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In this episode, we shift the narrative of summer school from punishment to enrichment. Dr. Lakia Scott, Assistant Provost for Faculty Development & Diversity at Yale University, shares her experience as the Founding Executive Director of the Baylor Freedom Schools Program. This episode explores the program's enrichment impact on students, strategi…

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Elias David Moncado, Part 1: International Award-Winning Violist, hailed as 'one of the biggest talents of his generation' 51:26

16d ago51:26

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Called "one of the biggest talents of his generation," Elias David Moncado, at a very young age, has already had an exceptional career. After winning his first competition at the age of 6, then his first international competition at the age of 8, he went on to win four major competitions after that (the Sendai Violin Competition in 2019, the Intern…

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Unveiling the Roles of Pirates and Black Civil War Communities 1:07:15

22d ago1:07:15

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Historian, Angela Sutton, speaks to us about her groundbreaking new book, PIRATES OF THE SLAVE TRADE: THE BATTLE OF CAPE LOPEZ AND THE BIRTH OF AN AMERICAN INSTITUTION, in which she explores how a pivotal battle between the British navy and a notorious pirate crew, led by “Black Bart” Roberts, cleared the way for an explosion of the slave trade, th…

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Frederica von Stade, Part 1: The world-class opera singer, recitalist, concert artist, and philanthropist: Sing from the heart! 55:39

1M ago55:39

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Frederica von Stade has had a fabulous career as an opera singer, recitalist, and concert artist. In her long career, she has performed and recorded internationally, working with major conductors around the world (Karajan, Bernstein, Abbado, to name just a few.) In addition, she has championed the works of many contemporary composers, most notably …

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Black Wall Street: The Enduring Legacy of a Race Massacre 52:57

1M ago52:57

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In this episode, we chat with Victor Luckerson, journalist and author of Built From the Fire, recognized as a Best Book of the Year by the New York Times, is a multigenerational saga of a family and a community in Tulsa’s Greenwood district, known as “Black Wall Street.” Listeners can look forward to exploring the differences between the mythology …

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Micah Killion, Part 1: Performer, Researcher, Educator, Arts Administrator, and Former Air Force Band Trumpeter: On Efficient Practice and Learning 49:43

1M ago49:43

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Dr. Micah Killion is a trumpeter who has devoted the past several years to better understanding what constitutes effective practice and learning. Formerly a member of the Air Force Band, he has also been an arts administrator. In addition to his performing and research, he has also been involved in helping underprivileged populations through the po…

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S5 Ep3: Bridging the Gap - Improving Communication and Collaboration in Collegiate Athletics with Data 45:16

2M ago45:16

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In this episode, we delve into the challenges of fostering effective communication and collaboration across sports in the NCAA. As athletic departments continue to expand - in staff size and expectations for holistic student-athlete care - the separation between various sports, disciplines and departments present unique obstacles that demand innova…

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Miguel Harth-Bedoya, Part 1: Emmy Award Winning Conductor, Music Director Laureate of the Fort Worth Symphony and Director of Orchestral Studies at Baylor University 51:06

2M ago51:06

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Miguel Harth Bedoya has been the Music Director of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra for 20 years and is now their Music Director Laureate. In addition to other Music Director positions he has held, he has also guest conducted major orchestras around the world such as the New York Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Cleveland Orchestra, a…

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Senior Night 2024 29:25

2M ago29:25

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For our last RUF of the school year, our tradition has been to ask some of our Seniors to say a little bit about how God has been at work in their lives over their time at Baylor. Their words are always encouraging! Speakers - Rob Leavitt, Mary Mersereau, Rayce Baker (also reading a letter from Jonathan Pense), Ella Pursley, Jack Reymond, Lily Segu…

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Judges 13 - A Moral Mess 36:36

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Judges 19:1-30; 21:25 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Textbooks: Facts Are Not Necessarily Truth 58:23

2M ago58:23

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In this episode of Undisciplined, we explore the complexities, conscientious choices, and cultural considerations that impact the development of textbooks. American Historian, author, and academic Dr. Kathleen DuVal talks with us about how her interests in early American history led to her co-authorship on Give Me Liberty! We put the textbook in co…

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His Rule Is Our Freedom 28:58

2M ago28:58

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1 Samuel 7:15-8:22 Speaker - Justin BlizardBy Way Rutherford

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Kevin Mayse, Part 1: Trumpet Instructor, Ensembles Director, and Department Chair of the exciting program at Riverside City College 45:28

2M ago45:28

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Kevin Mayse is the wind ensemble conductor, trumpet teacher, and chair of the Department of Music at Riverside City College. Even though RCC is a two year college, what Kevin has been able to accomplish has been exceptional. His wind ensemble not only performs major works but also has a vibrant commissioning program, top flight soloists, and perfor…

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Judges 12 - A Spiritual Mess 34:20

3M ago34:20

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Judges 17:1-18:1a Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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S5 Ep2: Powering Holistic Student-Athlete Care featuring Renee Kleszczynski from MSU & Josh Rucci from Georgia 1:03:33

3M ago1:03:33

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In this episode of Game Changer from Kitman Labs, CEO Stephen Smith is joined by Renee Kleszczynski from Michigan State University and Josh Rucci from the University of Georgia to discuss their respective approaches to change and transformation and the role of technology, data and analytics in improving the health and well-being of their student-at…

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Black Slavery, Native Nations, and the Path to Reconciliation 1:04:41

3M ago1:04:41

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This podcast is based on Roberts' recent book, I've Been Here All the While: Black Freedom on Native Land. We explore questions around Black freedom and Native American relationships. The trail of tears runs through NWA and Native Americans moved though the area with their enslaved Africans. Furthermore, with westward expansion onto Native land, th…

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Judges 11 - The Strength of God 34:39

3M ago34:39

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Judges 16:1-31 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Judges 10 - God Fights For His People 34:57

3M ago34:57

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Judges 14:1-4; 15:1-20 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Jon Armstrong, Part 1: The Highly-Creative and Innovative Jazz Saxophonist, former LA Freelancer, Bandleader, Composer and current Professor of Jazz Studies and Commercial Music at Idaho State University ... 57:36

3M ago57:36

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Jon Armstrong is an amazingly versatile performer, composer, educator and thinker. Perhaps that should come as no surprise, since as a young man in his home town in Oregon, Jon not only played in a Buddhist marching band but also worked 12 hour shifts in a diaper factory! After a highly successful career in LA, he now teaches at Idaho State Univers…

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Judges 09 - Preparing For A Hero 34:39

3M ago34:39

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Judges 13:1-25 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Karynecia, Our new Co-Host: It’s the Storytelling For Me 57:06

3M ago57:06

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In this episode, we get to know Dr. Karynecia Elizabeth Conner, the new Co-host of Undisciplined Podcast! We learn about the twists and turns on Karynecia's life path that has led her to us and the University of Arkansas! You'll learn how she used tragedy to triumph, what makes her so Texas, what her greatest inspirations are, and what the listener…

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Matilda Lloyd, Part 1: The International Trumpet Soloist, Philanthropist and Podcast Host! 46:41

3M ago46:41

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Matilda Lloyd has already had an exceptional career at a very young age. Her first album, Casta Diva, released on Chandos Records, was BBC Music Magazine's Recording of the Month in June of 2023. She will also be a European Concert Hall Organization "Rising Star" for the 2024/2025 season. But in addition to being an international trumpet soloist, s…

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Judges 08 - Take It Personally 35:14

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Judges 10:6-11:12,28-40 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Judges 07 - Good Guys Or Bad Guys? 35:33

4M ago35:33

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Judges 8:1-35 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Hidden African and African American Treasures in the University Museum 52:42

4M ago52:42

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University of Arkansas Museum’s Laurel Lamb speaks about artifacts and objects available in the University Museum and the new activities available for families, children and the public.By Nenebi Tony, Caree Banton, Leah Grant

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S5 Ep1: Leading and Innovating in Student Athlete Wellbeing with Baylor University’s Kenny Boyd 44:20

4M ago44:20

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Baylor University is at the forefront of the transformation of student athlete health and well-being. From their vision and organization to their technology infrastructure and day-to-day engagement with student-athletes, Baylor is continuously innovating and evolving their delivery of a top notch student-athlete experience that balances holistic ca…

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Lynn Larsen, Part 1: Personnel and Orchestra Manager of the Boston Symphony Orchestra 50:46

4M ago50:46

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During the series of conversations I've had with people in the music business over the past 3 1/2 year, I've spoken with guests representing many aspects of music. But I haven't spoken with anybody about the give and take between orchestra management and musicians. So, who better to have on the podcast than Lynn Larsen? Lynn has been Personnel Mana…

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Judges 06 - Strength Through Weakness 37:09

4M ago37:09

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Judges 7:1-25 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Reading Black History Through Film 32:54

4M ago32:54

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In this episode, we speak to three Black Film makers about conveying Black history through the lens of films. We explore how these different kinds of storytelling are facilitating new kinds of narratives about African Americans and Arkansas as well as helping to transform the single story and stereotypes about African Americans.Caree Banton, @diasp…

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Richard Antoine White, Part 1: The highly inspirational Professor of Tuba at The University of New Mexico, Principal Tubist of the New Mexico Philharmonic and Santa Fe Symphony, and author. Listen in to ... 52:21

4M ago52:21

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Richard Antoine White (RAW Tuba) is principal tubist with the New Mexico Philharmonic, principal tuba of the Santa Fe Symphony, and a full professor of tuba at the University of New Mexico. But for more reasons than those, he has been an inspiration for those of us familiar with his life and work. For the first four years of his life, he was homele…

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Judges 04 - Sovereign Savior 36:01

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Judges 4:1-24 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Judges 05 - Grace to Gideon 34:22

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Judges 6:1-40 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Fayetteville High School Students Articulate their views on Black History and Policies Affecting their Ability to study of it. 49:54

5M ago49:54

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In this episode, Fayetteville High School Students weigh in on a conversation that has largely affected their lives but from which people like them tend to be excluded. These students reflect on Black History and policies and politics Surrounding their Education including the Black History Curriculum, the Learns Act, the banning of AP African Ameri…

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Judges 03 - Expect the Unexpected 34:24

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Judges 3:12-30 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Katharina Kegler, Part 1: The Versatile Piano Pedagogue and Dozentin at the Freiburg Hochschule für Musik 31:45

5M ago31:45

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I first met pianist Katharina Kegler in 1992 when I auditioned for the position of trumpet professor at the Freiburg Musik Hochschule. Katharina was assigned to me as the accompanist for the short concert I would have to play and, unbeknownst to me, it was her first service since being hired at the Hochschule. So over many year we have not only tau…

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Pan-Africanism from an African Perspective 55:55

5M ago55:55

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Kenneth Tagoe, currently an M.A. History student from Ghana, West Africa is passionate about Pan-Africanism. He grew up idolizing Pan-African icons like Marcus Garvey, Du Bois, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr., and Kwame Nkrumah and the ideas of black consciousness advocated by Frederick Douglass. In this episode, we explore the History of the Bla…

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Judges 02 - The Heart of the Matter 34:20

5M ago34:20

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Judges 2:6-3:11 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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David Bilger: Former Principal of the Philadelphia Orchestra, and Trumpet Professor at Northwestern University and the Curtis Institute of Music 54:50

5M ago54:50

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Trumpeter Dave Bilger has had a stellar career as both a performer and also as an educator. He was principal trumpet with the Dallas Symphony, and following that, principal trumpet with the Philadelphia Orchestra for many years. In addition to the 27 years he's taught at the Curtis Institute of Music, he's also Professor of Trumpet at the Northwest…

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Judges 01 - Justice and Grace 34:26

5M ago34:26

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Judges 1:1-7, 17-2:5 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Lessons and Carols Homily - The Consolation of Israel 20:22

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Luke 2:22-35 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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Relationships 12 - Identity 33:45

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Philippians 3:3-11 Speaker - Way RutherfordBy Way Rutherford

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The Case for Reparations Considered from Different Angles 1:11:51

5M ago1:11:51

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This collaborative episode between the R-Word and Undisciplined Podcasts is a discussion of the history of reparations, the views of three members of the Zacchaeus Foundation organization who are involved in community efforts for reparations, and student questions and views on the subject.By Caree Banton, Lowell Taylor, Dustin McGowan, Leah Grant

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Andreas Neubronner, Part 1: The multi-Grammy Award winning recording producer of the San Francisco, London, Vienna (and more!) Symphonies 44:29

6M ago44:29

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Andreas Neubronner is a record producer and engineer who has won 8 Grammy awards. He has recorded great orchestras around the world and is known for his recordings of the Mahler Symphonies with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra conducted by Michael Tilson Thomas, his work with Baroque and Renaissance ensembles, and piano soloists Murray Perahia …

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Nick Norton: The inspirational, huge-hearted former Principal Trumpet of the Utah Symphony 42:57

6M ago42:57

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In his thirty-eight years with the Utah Symphony, Nick Norton experienced all aspects of what it means to be an orchestral trumpet player. He began his career with the orchestra as second trumpet and after nine years auditioned for, and won, the newly vacated position of principal trumpet. Towards the end of his tenure with the orchestra, he moved …

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5TH LITTLE GIRL: SURVIVING THE BIRMINGHAM BOMBING 41:30

7M ago41:30

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This episode is an interview with Sarah Collins Rudolph. Sarah Collins Rudolph, often referred to as the "Fifth Little Girl," is a survivor of the 1963 Birmingham church bombing. Born on January 26, 1951, in Birmingham, Alabama, Rudolph lost her sister, Addie Mae Collins, and three other girls in the bombing. She herself sustained severe injuries. …

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Bill Williams: International Trumpeter, Former Dean of the New World Symphony, and Optimal Performance Coach! 45:03

7M ago45:03

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Bill Williams is a musician who has had a stellar career as a symphony musician, chamber musician, and soloist. But in addition to his performing, he is also a consultant with a wide range of clients, including elite performers and institutions, focusing on the tools needed to perform well consistently. On his website The Path to Optimal Performanc…

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Meet African Griot Bassekou transmitting History Through Music 36:34

7M ago36:34

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We speak to Bassekou Kouyate, a griot (storyteller via music) from Mali, a true masters of the ngoni, an ancient traditional lute found throughout West Africa. He is a virtuoso, innovator, stronghold of tradition all at the same time.*Produced by Matthew MooreBy Caree Banton, Nenebi Tony, Matthew Moore

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African and African American Studies Student Approach from a Medical Perspectives 39:30

8M ago39:30

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We speak to a student who has interest in African and African American Studies from a medicine and health perspective. She explores why being an African and African American Studies major is important especially for those considering medical schoolBy Caree Banton, Nenebi Tony, Leah Grant