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Education, Website Stories

The Jewel Institute: Building Confidence in Math: How Autumn Shead Is Helping Students Succeed

Damita Miller-Shanklin, Writer When I was in school, math was always a challenge for me. From learning the abacus in elementary school to taking courses in college, it never quite clicked. Looking back, I realize one thing I didn’t take advantage of was tutoring—something that might have made a real difference. That’s why I found the work of Autumn Shead so interesting. As the Founder … Continue reading The Jewel Institute: Building Confidence in Math: How Autumn Shead Is Helping Students Succeed

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Website Stories

From Survival to Purpose: A Woman’s Journey from Trauma to Freedom

Interview with Dannece Shawnta Crocker By Cheri’ Angelique’ Grant-July Today, I had the pleasure of interviewing with a beautiful woman who had experienced various trials and obstacles before becoming the D.I.V.A. (Divine Inspired Valued Asset) she is today. There are moments in life that divide time into “before” and “after.”For her, that moment came at thirteen. Before that age, she was like many children — … Continue reading From Survival to Purpose: A Woman’s Journey from Trauma to Freedom

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March Issue

Ujima: March Issue-Observing Black Women’s History Month

Damita Miller-Shanklin Who in your life is the women who you celebrate on a daily basis. Who comes to mind this month during Women’s History Month? We all have someone who we listen to a little more, follow their journey, or have them as a mentor. Ujima is observing Women’s History Month. Our feature story is Karma Cottman, CEO/Founder of Ujma: The National Center on … Continue reading Ujima: March Issue-Observing Black Women’s History Month

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February Issue

February Viewpoint

Damita Miller-Shanklin, Editor/Writer Growing up I remember every February in my class we would discuss Martin Luther King, Jr. He was the main focus for our Black History Month. That was it. I learned about our other heroes later as I read books and watched movies.  This February, as I celebrate Black History Month, I feel a heavy weight on my shoulders. We are bombarded … Continue reading February Viewpoint

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CBS We Are Austin, Gone Mad Productions

Grapes and Rye

Lady Madelyn Patterson, Gone Mad Productions, Contributing Writer Some spaces serve drinks…Other spaces serve connection, creativity, culture, and community restoration. Grapes and Rye, founded by Lawrence and Rachel Williams, is one of those rare spaces where you don’t just attend an experience — you become part of a story unfolding in real time. From the moment you enter their space, you sense that this is … Continue reading Grapes and Rye

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