The Ebony Tower is a podcast designed to generate dialogue around the experiences of young scholars of color. In particular, we are interested in naming the issues that impact the success and well being of young black and brown scholars and offering resources and advice to overcome those hurdles. The Ebony Tower hopes to serve as a source of inspiration and support for young black and brown scholars who seek to thrive in the ivory tower.
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The Ebony Tower is a podcast designed to generate dialogue around the experiences of young scholars of color. In particular, we are interested in naming the issues that impact the success and well being of young black and brown scholars and offering resources and advice to overcome those hurdles. The Ebony Tower hopes to serve as a source of inspiration and support for young black and brown scholars who seek to thrive in the ivory tower.
Episode 2: Scholar Spotlight with Dr. Tyrell Connor
The Ebony Tower
55 minutes 30 seconds
7 years ago
Episode 2: Scholar Spotlight with Dr. Tyrell Connor
Today, we interview Dr. Tyrell Connor, assistant professor of Sociology and Criminology at Suny-New Paltz’s and founder of the Black and Highly Dangerous Podcast. We begin the conversation by discussing how he got into sociology and criminology (3:03), how his HBCU prepared him for graduate school (8:08), and why he chose academia over industry (13:11). We also discuss how he works to create change outside of academia (23:35) and how he balances teaching, service, activism, and community engagement (34:00). Finally, he gives us some good advice on the social aspects of academic interviews (18:34) and going on the academic job market (39:30-46:44).
Links:
Twiiter: @TConnorBhD
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BhDPodcast/
BhD Website: https://www.blackandhighlydangerous.com
The Ebony Tower
The Ebony Tower is a podcast designed to generate dialogue around the experiences of young scholars of color. In particular, we are interested in naming the issues that impact the success and well being of young black and brown scholars and offering resources and advice to overcome those hurdles. The Ebony Tower hopes to serve as a source of inspiration and support for young black and brown scholars who seek to thrive in the ivory tower.
