
Spotlight on Walden // Jun 26, 2020
An Agent of Change
Dr. Genn Herley, a Walden PhD in Psychology graduate, launches TransNewYork to offer resources to the LGBTQI+ community and increase acceptance of transgender individuals.
Message from the President: COVID-19
Equal access to quality higher education is at the core of our founding mission.
An Education for Good™ provides working adult learners the knowledge and credentials to drive systemic change. By creating opportunities for diverse working adult learners to advance their education, Walden has helped generations of alumni blaze a trail for change in their professions and communities. It’s why our mission matters and why our faculty and staff are so committed to our students’ success.
"Walden values the inherent worth, humanity, and dignity of every individual. We endeavor to be an inclusive community where everyone has equal opportunity to be successful, and we strive to create a safe environment for academic and civil discourse that applies knowledge to solve problems. We cannot be the rhetoric. We must be the action.”
Dr. Ward Ulmer, President
Read Dr. Ulmer’s Statement on Advancing Social and Racial Justice: “Education for Good® Means Advancing Racial and Social Justice
among 380 accredited institutions for awarding doctorates to African American students.1
for awarding graduate degrees in multiple disciplines to African American students.2
for awarding doctoral degrees in psychology, public health, and public administration and social service professions to Hispanic students.2
Ivanie Bronson, MS, SHRM-SCP, is an executive with a passion for leading change, developing talent, and transforming organizational cultures. She has been a leader at Walden since 2015 and has more than 20 years of experience making a difference in large education, media, and healthcare organizations.
“It’s my job to ensure that the all of the diverse individuals we serve have the opportunity to be their authentic selves and have their voices heard. It’s what makes us a strong and successful community.”
Ivanie Bronson, Chief Diversity Officer
During our 50th anniversary year, we are hosting Talks for Good that bring together thought leaders and community members for panel discussions that develop actionable solutions for some of the biggest issues challenging our educational system.
Advancing a Racially and Ethnically Diverse K-12 Education
Panelists Rey Saldaña, President and CEO of Communities in Schools; Dr. Sonja Santelises, CEO of Baltimore City Public Schools; and alumna and educator Tanya Batchelor-Judge discussed the benefits, barriers, and strategies to developing and implementing a diverse curricula and workforce with Walden moderator Dr. Tina Marshall-Bradley.
A Historical Perspective on Equity in Education
The COVID pandemic has elevated awareness of educational inequity in school districts across the country. During this Talk for Good, our guest panel discussed the factors that contributed to the current educational landscape and how the pandemic has pulled back the curtain on the dramatic challenges facing minority and underserved students.
The Walden community is a welcoming space with a variety of special-interest groups, professional organizations, and honor societies. Expand your network, participate in professional development, engage in service events and more.
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Spotlight on Walden // Jun 26, 2020
Dr. Genn Herley, a Walden PhD in Psychology graduate, launches TransNewYork to offer resources to the LGBTQI+ community and increase acceptance of transgender individuals.
Spotlight on Walden // Jul 17, 2020
Dr. JeFreda Brown, a Doctor of Business Administration graduate, is helping women bridge the funding gap through financial literacy and business coaching.
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