Summer is my favorite season and the 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays. As a Navy brat, I shared many 4ths with other military… Read more “Federal HOME Program Makes A Big Difference in Waco. Time to Make Sure It Does Not Get Cut”
Category: Policy Commentary
A Word of Wisdom for Professors
The Chronicle of Higher Education- How to Help New Hires Get Research Money Karen M. Markin August 14, 2013 Advice Do your job better[1] A Reaction:… Read more “A Word of Wisdom for Professors”
Facebook – What is it Good for? Part II
In “Facebook – What is it Good For? Part I”, I talk about the importance of Facebook in nonprofits as staff can use the tool to tell… Read more “Facebook – What is it Good for? Part II”
Facebook – What is it Good For? Part I
While I was in grad school I was prone to marvel about the power of social media. Historic events such as the political revolution in Egypt to… Read more “Facebook – What is it Good For? Part I”
Stereotypes Are Good
Have you ever stereotyped someone? The topic of stereotypes and their role in philanthropy is of special interest to me as an African American professional in this… Read more “Stereotypes Are Good”
Don’t Trip Over The Fiscal Cliff
Don’t Trip Over The Fiscal Cliff The gap of the political landscape continues to increase months after a polarizing election. The fiscal cliff is a metaphor that… Read more “Don’t Trip Over The Fiscal Cliff”
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for More
A friend of mine recently forwarded the following blog link to me. The author dives into 8 of the most common, and perhaps most detrimental, mistakes a… Read more “Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for More”