learning

Tahirah with glasses by a window.
First Drafts, Reflections

Tough

A reflection on being labeled “tough” in academia. I reject this and emphasize my desire for students to feel nurtured and excited in my classes. My true personality is soft and loving. I am not an oppressive stereotype.

Dr. Walker wears a mask.
Essays, Reflections

Teaching and Learning Without Killing

So many of us are wondering how we will teach and learn through a pandemic that has sharpened the edges of capital, consumption, power, and privilege. I have gathered my thoughts into one simple mantra for these next weeks as we enter the fall season of education: teaching and learning without killing.

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