OiYan Poon

Brendan Cantwell, a higher education policy expert from Michigan State University, and OiYan Poon, a consultant focused on educational equity, delve into the shifting landscape of higher education. They discuss the implications of a recent Dear Colleague Letter on campus compliance and free speech. The conversation addresses the threats posed by government actions on race and gender education and emphasizes the importance of collaboration among student affairs professionals. Together, they explore the future of higher education amid ongoing political challenges.

Join Crystal Garcia, an expert in minoritized student experiences and associate professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, alongside OiYan Poon, co-director of the College of Admissions Futures Collaborative. They discuss the first 100 days under the current administration, revealing significant shifts in higher education policy. The conversation dives into the struggles of marginalized students, the balance of compliance versus pushback, and the vital role of faculty activism in advocating for equity. Their insights inspire hope and resilience amidst turbulent times.

Scholar OiYan Poon discusses her book on race, affirmative action, and family. Topics include navigating challenges in Asian American student affairs, discussing race with children, addressing identity in higher education, mindset shifts, and fostering hope through collective action.