About her.Hello, I'm Stephanie. I use she/her/hers pronouns. I am a Black and Irish artist, activist, and educator currently residing the in the Twin Cities, MN. I am a two-time graduate of the University of Minnesota.
During and after my educational accomplishments, I worked as an artist with ROHO Collective in the Twin Cities, participated in the Social Justice Leadership Retreat for three consecutive years, and have lead workshops at Perpich High School, Center for the Arts; University of Minnesota Duluth, St. Cloud State University, and internationally at Casa Angelina, near Chimaltenango, Guatemala. During my graduate program, I served as the Diversity and Equity Chair for GradSEHD. I am currently serving as the President of the Minnesota Chapter of ACPA (MNACPA). My artwork has been featured in the CEHD Connect Alumni Magazine, Target Headquarters for their Black History Month Exhibition, The Quarter Gallery, Perpich High School, Center for the Arts, Regis West, and the Hennepin County Art Space. |
On PaperPhD Incoming Student in American Studies at the University of Minnesota, Fall 2023 Cohort
Master's Degree in Multicultural College Teaching and Learning - University of Minnesota - College of Education and Human Development Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, minor in Afro Studies - University of Minnesota - College of Liberal Arts |
At HeartCreative and justice driven, I'm here for making progress for an equitable and liberated world. I have a concentration in racial topics including Critical Race Theory and Whiteness Studies. I apply this knowledge base to deconstruct oppressive systems and uplift minoritized communities. This manifests through my artwork, community collaboration, volunteerism, and my commitment to my core values.
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Currently ReadingFor leisure: Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
For growth: Ebony & Ivy: Race, Slavery and the Troubled History of America's Universities by Craig Steven Wilder Story The Condemnation of Blackness by Khalil Gibran Muhammad |
Currently Inspired ByMy Social Justice Studies Students
Carmeon Hamilton - designer |
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Currently Eating |
Music: 90s R&B , Tems, and Same Cooke
Podcasts: Throughline, Reveal |
Charcuterie foods
Sweet & Spicy Salmon Bowls |