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.