YOUR NEXT MOVE
๐๐ฆ๐ญ๐ฑ๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐๐ช๐จ๐ฉ๐ฆ๐ณ ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ณ๐ด ๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ ๐ธ๐ช๐ต๐ฉ ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ณ๐ช๐ต๐บ, ๐๐ฐ๐ถ๐ณ๐ข๐จ๐ฆ, ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ ๐๐ถ๐ณ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ด๐ฆThe Emotional Cost of Excellence
How do high achievers manage when success becomes exhausting? In the latest episode of The Acclivity Podcast, I explore a question that resonates with so many faculty, administrators, and leaders in higher education: What is the emotional cost of excellence? Drawing...
Mentorship Matters: Building Support Networks for Underrepresented Leaders in Higher Ed
Mentorship is one of the most powerful tools for academic success, especially for underrepresented scholars. It provides guidance, expands opportunities, and fosters personal growth. This article highlights why mentorship matters and how to cultivate meaningful mentor...
Milestones, Mindset & Momentum: What Nobody Told Me About Academic Success
Welcome to The Acclivity Podcast, where we talk about what it really takes to thrive in your academic career and beyond. I am Dr. Loren M. Hillโknowledge coach, academic career strategist, and your guide for building a career that aligns with your expertise and your...
Navigating Academia: Strategies for Career Growth and Leadership
Womenโand especially women of colorโface unique challenges in academia, from navigating institutional dynamics to securing leadership roles. While these barriers exist, there are practical ways to build influence, expand opportunities, and create a career that is both...
Exploring ‘Hurstoningโ: Zora Neale Hurston Embraced Her Identity, and You Can Too
During Womenโs History Month, Zora Neale Hurston remains a pivotal figure whose work continues to shape discussions on Black womanhood, cultural identity, and resilience. Dr. Michelle Cowin Gibbs explores Hurstonโs legacy as an educator, writer, anthropologist, and...
Advocating for Yourself: Building Confidence and Influence in Academia
Women of color in academia often face the dual challenge of navigating institutional barriers while advocating for their value and contributions. This requires confidence, strategy, and the ability to influence change. In this article, weโll explore ways to build...





