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the Department of African and African American Studies, Sarah Elizabeth Lewis' research focuses on the intersection of African American.

Leah McSweeney is a streetwear pioneer, entrepreneur, and cultural provocateur known for Bravo’s The Real Housewives.

Phil Keoghan is the host and an executive producer of CBS’ multi-Emmy Award-winning reality series.

Jenna Elfman is perhaps best known for playing ‘Naomi’ in AMC’s Fear the Walking..

Sarah M. Broom is the author of the 2019 National Book Award Winner and instant New York Times bestseller.

As an Emmy, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild award-winner, Julianna Margulies has achieved success in television, theatre, and film.

Robert Rodriguez is a film director, screenwriter, producer, cinematographer, editor and musician.  

Mike Myers, one of the most multifaceted performers of his generation, has brought an astonishing array of memorable characters.

Chairman and CEO of CNN, veteran executive producer of critically acclaimed news shows, and autho.

Winner of three Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize, James Lapine is a writer, director, and Broadway legend. Known for genre-defining.

Wendell Potter is one of the most recognized whistleblowers and advocates for health care reform in the United States.

over 18,000 of his jokes have been broadcast on late night television.

Tony is a former intelligence officer, senior defense executive, and retired U.S. Navy Commander.

Award-winning journalist, sportscaster, and entrepreneur Jen Hale has won multiple Emmy, Edward R. Murrow.

Award-winning chef, restaurateur, cookbook author, and media personality Bobby Flay offers high-energy, dynamic insights.

Two-time Big 12 Coach of the Year Scott Drew has transformed the Baylor basketball team as their Head Coach.

Alexis deBoschnek is host of Chef Out of Water and a recipe developer based in the Catskills in upstate New York. Before going.

Record-breaking NFL quarterback, award-winning philanthropist, and entrepreneur Cam Newton has made history on the field as well ..

Actor, producer, entrepreneur, and podcaster Tika Sumpter is a Hollywood mogul and savvy entrepreneur.

The 8th season of the series premiered in January 2020.

Award-winning screenwriter and director, New York Times bestselling author, and U.S. Navy veteran Antwone Fisher is a renowned poet, storyteller, and advocate for children. Following eleven years of service in the U.S.…

Eugene Daniels is a Playbook author and White House correspondent, with a focus

Kay Adams hosts the NFL Network’s Emmy-nominated morning show, Good Morning Football. Prior to her role with NFL Network.

Coach, sportscaster, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, podcaster, and New York Times bestselling author Yogi Roth.

Jessica B. Harris is considered by many to be one of the ranking authorities.          

Chef, restaurateur, and Emmy Award-winning television host Guy Fieri is one of the world’s most recognizable and influential culinary stars.

Guido Imbens is a Nobel Prize-winning economist whose work with real-world experiments has major implications for some.

Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Avenue Capital Group Marc Lasry is a renowned financial strategist and a Co-Owner.

Ertharin Cousin possesses more than thirty years of national and international non-profit, government.

Alan Yang is and Emmy Award-winning writer, director and producer.  

Cam writes music to tell the truth, especially truths that help women understand themselves. The GRAMMY®-nominated artist.

Award-winning science journalist, STEM advocate, and seven-time New York Times bestselling author Mary Roach.

Emmy®-nominated and best-selling comedian Chonda Pierce, or “the country comic” as Billboard Magazine dubbed her.

Derek DelGaudio is a writer, artist and performer, primarily known for his highly acclaimed theater show, and now award.

Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter, producer, and author Allison Moorer is a powerful storyteller..

Award-winning actor, writer, director, and producer Natasha Lyonne has been a versatile creative.

Award-winning and internationally bestselling author Mohsin Hamid is a radically inventive storyteller with his finger.

Historian Alexis Coe is the author of the narrative history book Alice+Freda Forever as well as her latest book.

Award-winning country music singer-songwriter Tenille Townes transports audiences through her inspiring storytelling and music.

Author Laura Dave has written multiple bestselling books that capture the imaginations of readers by tapping into current.

Olympic gold and silver medalist Kendall Coyne Schofield is “the fastest woman in hockey,” serving as captain.

The power of music has always been in Granger Smith’s hands, even when he didn’t know it. When people need hope, his songs inspires it. When people are in a…

Sophia Amoruso is a serial entrepreneur and New York Times Bestselling Author who has forged an unprecedented path.

Andrew Rea is the creator and star of the hit YouTube show, Binging with Babish. Despite only being online since 2016, the show has an astounding 4.8 million fans and counting,…

Emmy Award-winning producer and entrepreneur Lindsay Shookus.

“Setbacks only create new opportunities.” - Trey Edmunds Pittsburgh Steelers running back, Ferrell “Trey” Edmunds is the ultimate embodiment of these words. The oldest of the three Edmunds boys, Trey…

Akala is an award-winning hip-hop artist, writer and social entrepreneur, and one of the most respected voices in the UK's racial equity and social justice movement.

Respected political and cultural organizer Alexis McGill Johnson is the President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Federation of America and the Planned Parenthood Action Fund. Planned Parenthood, which provides vital…

Mark Nepo is a poet and spiritual adviser who has taught in the fields of poetry and spirituality for over 40 years.

Accomplished educator, leadership guru, and author Dr. Jacqueline Sanderlin (Dr. Jackie) is an expert in developing meaningful community partnerships and is the Founder and CEO of the Why Not? Incubator, a…