Time, Talent & Service: Dr. John Jackson ('94) on Xavier’s Impact

12/03/24 • 23 min

In this episode of the Xavier Gold Live Podcast, we connect with Dr. John Jackson ('94), President and CEO of the Schott Foundation for Public Education. He shares profound insights into the transformative power of a Xavier education. Reflecting on his own journey—from the Southside of Chicago to the dorms of St.Mikes and beyond—he discusses how Xavier's commitment to "Time, Talent, Service" laid the foundation for his lifelong dedication to educational equity.

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Leslé Honoré (’98) Live at #XUHC24 Tailgate: Celebrating Creativity, Community, and Xavier Pride

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In Volume 2 of the Xavier Gold Live Homecoming Edition, we chat with poet, activist, and author Leslé Honoré ('98), LIVE from the tailgate stage. Leslé shares heartfelt reflections on her Xavier experience, celebrating the lifelong bonds formed and the university's enduring impact. Through her passion for writing, she discusses her commitment to providing access and representation for Black and Brown communities, highlighting the importance of using her voice to uplift others.

With an inspiring call to action, Leslé reminds us of our responsibility to carry Xavier's mission—Time, Talent, Service—beyond graduation, emphasizing the power of community and connection. Don't miss this empowering conversation that embodies the true spirit of Xavier!

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Pressing Forward Since (‘69): Dr. Rosalind Pijeaux Hale on Faith, Education, and Leadership

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In this episode of Xavier Gold Live, host TaShia Hogue connects with Dr. Rosalind Pijeaux Hale, a trailblazing 1969 alumna whose legacy of leadership and service spans nearly five decades. Dr. Hale, a Professor Emerita in Xavier’s Division of Education and Counseling, shares her journey of impact as an educator, advocate, and visionary. From spearheading Xavier’s first doctoral program in Educational Leadership to securing over $1 million in grants for community outreach and school leadership development, Dr. Hale’s work embodies the Xavier spirit.

Join us as she reflects on her Xavier experience during the Civil Rights era, the creation of the National Alumni Association’s Endowed Centennial Scholarship, and her ongoing commitment to empowering the next generation of leaders. Through candid stories of faith, family, and resilience, Dr. Hale reminds us of the transformative power of education at an HBCU.

Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation celebrating Xavier’s legacy and its role in shaping just and humane leaders for the future.