Daphne Martschenko, Ph.D: First Person of Color to Row The Boat Race

04/02/20 • 33 min

#004 - Daphne Martschenko is a London-born American rower, who holds the title of being the first person of color to compete in The Boat Race since its inception in 1856. Not only does she hold the title of being a Stanford University rowing alumna, but she also holds a Ph.D in Education from the University of Cambridge. Currently, She resides in Chicago where her work is focused on how teacher perceptions of students are influenced by the public facing materials about behavioral genetics. Through the lens of diversity in rowing, we briefly discuss the potential idea: how a coach’s perceptions of athletic ability might relate to athlete’s performance. Hosts, Denise and Patricia, talk to Daphne about her 12-year career in rowing as well as the advice she has for younger rowers of color. Hit subscribe and enjoy!

04/02/20 • 33 min

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Rowing in Color - Daphne Martschenko, Ph.D: First Person of Color to Row The Boat Race

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Not only is this the first time the women are racing on the same course is the men, and we're in the 21st century, and no one seemed to think that we could do it until now. But also now I'm the first person of color to do this race. That just seemed 1000 goals to me, but also so honored that I could be the person to take on that title
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I didn't need. Patricia Way here were virtual nice. Oh, wow. These are different currents fr

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