Join Dr. Jennifer D. Smith for a presentation that explores the lived experiences of recent Black graduates from a Midwest podiatric medical education program. Drawing from a qualitative study, this research reveals how these graduates navigated the environment and succeeded; highlighting key findings that underscore the crucial role of both personal resilience and support systems in their success.

Join Dr. Joakina Stone for this Growing Knowledge Series (GKS) webinar titled: "This will not kill us:Holistic Wellness of Black Women Doctoral Students." In this interactive session as she explores the factors influencing the holistic mental health and wellness of Black women doctoral students and recent alumnae. Using narrative inquiry grounded in Black feminist thought and Hettler’s six dimensions of wellness, nine participants shared stories and visual data that revealed themes of exhaustion, resilience, and the importance of community.

Join Andrea Simmons for this Growing Knowledge Series (GKS) webinar titled: "Diversifying the Physician Workforce: Black Medical Students Matriculate Through Holistic Admissions." This webinar is presented in partnership by ACPA's Communities of Practice. This webinar examines evidence-based strategies for diversifying the physician workforce. Drawing from qualitative research on the successful matriculation of Black medical students, the session centers strengths, achievement, and resilience within mission-aligned admissions processes.