This candidate is a Professor of Race, Culture, and Educational Equity at a major research university, holding an Ed.D. and Ed.M. from Harvard University and an M.Ed. from Vanderbilt. With over 15 years of academic experience, her research focuses on racial equity and justice in education, utilizing critical race theory and Black feminist frameworks. She is a former K-12 teacher and engineer, a frequent TEDx speaker, and collaborates widely with schools, organizations, and media to advance equitable learning environments.