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New Education Week Teacher Piece on Pronouncing Students’ Names

November 21, 2017

In Education Week Teacher, Punita Rice explores why pronouncing students’ names correctly matters, how mispronunciation affects belonging and identity, and practical steps educators can take to improve.

Kevin Negandhi, ESPN Anchor

November 19, 2017

ESPN anchor Kevin Negandhi reflects on becoming the first Indian American sports anchor on national television and why dreaming big requires preparation, resilience, and belief.

Be Inspired: Poet Pavana Reddy

October 30, 2017

Poet and writer Pavana Reddy reflects on grief, identity, and why giving language to pain is essential for healing and connection.

A Conversation on Representation in Media

October 17, 2017

A conversation with Raj Rawal (@asaprajy), social producer at Ovation TV, on South Asian representation in media, creative work, and building a career outside traditional paths.

Be Inspired: Natasha Sumant of Gundi Studios

September 25, 2017

Digital art director Natasha Sumant shares how her project Gundi Studios reclaims power for South Asian women, and reflects on pursuing a creative career across India and the U.S.

Be Inspired: Jashvina Shah, Sports Journalist

September 4, 2017

Journalist Jashvina Shah shares how she built a subscription sports reporting platform, navigated sports media, and found the confidence to take risks.

Be Inspired: Shaun Jayachandran, Crossover Basketball and Scholars Academy

August 12, 2017

Nonprofit leader Shaun Jayachandran reflects on scholar-athlete identity, building an international education program in India, and the representation he wishes he’d had growing up.