Navigating Public Policy, Technology, Health, Data, and Innovation for a Fairer Future
In a first for Breaking Barriers, we are revisiting a topic of great importance and relevance – the health of rural hospitals. We are excited to welcome my classmate, Dr. Kevin Stevenson, a renowned healthcare executive with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field. Our discussion will focus on the myriad challenges rural Read More “A Deep Dive into the Challenges of Rural Hospitals with Dr. Kevin Stevenson”
Most of the feedback I have received since starting the blog centers around why. What kind of job is this? In this article, I explore the motivations behind maintaining a blog, drawing from the content of my own site. I’ve found that my blog serves as a platform for advocacy, sharing expertise, community building, personal Read More “A Journey of Advocacy”
Abstract: This article attempts to explore the role of artists as leaders in society and business, particularly in the context of the ongoing strike in the motion picture industry. It highlights the works of Nikki Giovanni and Chris Wells as examples of artists who use their platforms to address societal issues, create communities, and inspire Read More “The Art of Leadership: A Study of Artists as Catalysts for Change in the Face of Technological Disruption”
I do not remember a time when I was not Deadhead. Having seen the Grateful Dead more than a dozen times and the offspring artforms: Furthur, Ratdog, Wolf Brothers Dead & Company another dozen or so. The week had come I found myself wishing for the scents of dust and dirt, patchouli and sweat, weed Read More “Fare the Well”
In the wake of a recent warning by a group of Republican U.S. state attorney generals, the country’s largest corporations, including tech giant Apple, find themselves in the eye of a storm. The warning, which suggests that certain workforce diversity policies could potentially be illegal, has sent ripples through the corporate world. The Warning Shot Read More “We’re Going to Need a Bigger Boat: Navigating the Waters of Diversity and Inclusion”
In a landmark move that underscores the importance of reproductive freedom, Arizona’s Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs has taken a decisive step towards ensuring that the state’s residents have unimpeded access to contraceptive medications. The governor’s order, effective immediately, allows adults in Arizona to obtain self-administered hormonal and oral contraceptives over the counter at pharmacies, without Read More “Arizona’s Bold Step Forward: Over-the-Counter Contraceptives Now a Reality”
In the hallowed halls of academia, a quiet revolution is underway. Two seemingly disparate trends are converging, promising to reshape the landscape of higher education. On one hand, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into course instruction is gaining momentum. On the other, the plight of adjunct professors, often overworked and underpaid, is becoming increasingly Read More “AI and The Adjuncts: The Converging Trends Reshaping Higher Education”
Farm Aid, the annual music festival that supports family farmers, is set to take place on Saturday, September 23, 2023, in Noblesville, Indiana at the Ruoff Music Center. The festival, which is a major part of Farm Aid’s fundraising and awareness efforts, aims to promote sustainable farming practices and the Good Food Movement. The Farm Read More “Let’s Not Forget The Why: Farm Aid 2023”
In the United States, a silent crisis is unfolding. We again revisit racial health disparities. A recent report by the Kaiser Family Foundation titled “How Recognizing Health Disparities for Black People is Important for Change” paints a grim picture of the state of health among Black communities. This article delves into the report’s findings and Read More “A Public Health Crisis in Plain Site”
In a disheartening display of political maneuvering, over 200 military officers have found their promotions stalled due to a Senate standoff. The primary instigator of this impasse is Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama, who has been leveraging these promotions to pressure the Defense Department. His aim? To rescind a policy that reimburses service members Read More “Political Standoff Stalls Military Promotions: A Closer Look at Senator Tuberville’s Tactics”