Interviews - Obama Presidency Oral History

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    Preparation and challenges of international trips with First Lady Michelle Obama Joanna Rosholm
    03:08
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    Balancing advocacy roles: muffling and amplifying stakeholder issues in the White House Bess Evans
    05:41
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    Michelle Obama's involvement in Let Girls Learn and its origins Alan Fitts
    01:15
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    Impact of Room to Read on girls' education and empowerment in Cambodia since 2007 Nead Bunna
    04:13
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    Impact of Obama's higher education policies on Columbia University Lee Bollinger
    05:30
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    Reflections on higher education policy impact from an elite institution's perspective Lee Bollinger
    02:59
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    Path to becoming a teacher and involvement in Hawaiian Studies at Punahou School Pal Eldredge
    06:30
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    First Lady Michelle Obama's visit to Bancroft and interactions with school staff and students Sarah Holway
    05:26
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    Role in managing Confucius classrooms and assisting with budget reports and translations Christina Falcon
    02:56
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    Bipartisan support and controversy surrounding the Common Core standards Cecilia Muñoz
    02:08
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    Comparing educational experiences in urban school systems across the Upper Midwest Gretchen Stewart
    07:52
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    Race to the Top funding approach and its impact on education policy Arne Duncan
    01:18
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    Discussion on the shift in affirmative action legal rulings from Bakke to Fisher Lee Bollinger
    03:33
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    Impact of diversity on educational practices and community engagement at an arts-infused school Gretchen Stewart
    04:55
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    Discussion on student loan debt and the College Opportunity and College Promise movement Martha Kanter
    02:30
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    Michelle Obama's commitment to adolescent girls' education and the inception of Let Girls Learn Tiffany Drake
    03:04
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    Decision to become a surgical technologist influenced by for-profit college advertising Destiny Blackmon
    01:24
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    Evolution of access challenges for underrepresented students from dissertation to Obama administration service Martha Kanter
    04:01
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    Experiences with Race to the Top implementation during nationwide travels Rebecca Mieliwocki
    02:56
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    Reflections on the self-awareness and ambition of a young individual Bruce Orenstein
    02:22
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    Preparation for meetings with President Obama and handling disagreements on policy issues Al Sharpton
    04:00
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    Former Secretary of Education's evolving understanding of America through rural visits Arne Duncan
    02:57
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    Role as an assistant professor in emergency medicine and global health research Pranav Shetty
    05:55
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    Initial responsibilities and experiences at USAID Tiffany Drake
    03:08
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    Reflections on the role of MOOCs and technology in higher education during the Obama era and COVID-19 John Hennessy
    06:35
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    Approach to education reform and school choice during the Obama administration Gretchen Stewart
    03:04
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    Passage of legislation transforming school nutrition and implementing universal breakfast Sam Kass
    02:51
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    Founding an inclusive private K-8 school through the Drexel Fund fellowship Gretchen Stewart
    03:04
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    Strategic selection of commencement speaking engagements by Michelle Obama Andrea Mokros
    01:18
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    Experience serving on the presidential advisory committee for HBCUs across different administrations Beverly Daniel Tatum
    07:35
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    Opportunities for federal programs to support women and girls of color Jordan Brooks
    03:29
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    Impact of My Brother’s Keeper initiative on students at Capital City Karen Dresden
    02:57
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    Reflections on the Every Student Succeeds Act and the need for timely educational reforms Arne Duncan
    02:54
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    Deep knowledge requirements in managing student debt and healthcare regulation Cecilia Muñoz
    02:11
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    Collaboration with local governments in administering educational programs by Room to Read Nead Bunna
    03:27
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    Shift in conversations around student loan debt and government profit motive James Clyburn
    03:00
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    Guiding schools in changing disciplinary practices and the role of the Office of Civil Rights Arne Duncan
    02:53
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    Transition from publishing to public education and becoming an activist educator Rebecca Mieliwocki
    04:45
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    Greg Darnieder's role and contributions to college access initiatives Eric Waldo
    05:30
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    Clinton administration's engagement with NEA and AFT on education policy Dennis Van Roekel
    01:06
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    Introduction of student loan forgiveness program in 2011 Melody Barnes
    01:22
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    Discussion on improving university responses to sexual misconduct allegations Jordan Brooks
    04:36
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    Creation and impact of FoodCorps on school food systems and youth involvement in agriculture Debra Eschmeyer
    02:13
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    Efforts to reduce student debt and promote free community college Arne Duncan
    02:43
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    Advocating for full-time school garden coordinators and the impact of a viral blog post Sarah Holway
    02:14
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    Challenges and strategies in promoting college readiness at Capital City School Karen Dresden
    04:50
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    Decision-making process for nutrition policy and collaboration with Let's Move! initiative Robert Post
    04:52
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    Working with Governor Kasich on education issues and overcoming initial misunderstandings Arne Duncan
    03:46
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    Reflections on a career in academic leadership and the future of universities Lee Bollinger
    04:01
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    Critique of No Child Left Behind Act's standards and emphasis on growth in education Arne Duncan
    01:21
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    President Obama's reflections on his experience teaching law school Valerie Jarrett
    01:00
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    Concerns about closing schools and the impact on student services and food distribution Arne Duncan
    02:42
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    Reflections on 1T Day and the evolution of student debt activism Astra Taylor
    04:37
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    Understanding and advocating for the role of community colleges Martha Kanter
    06:25
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    Preparation of the Recovery Act during the economic team's transition period Melody Barnes
    04:50
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    Preparation for schools following the DACA executive order and regrets on financial aid Arne Duncan
    01:06
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    Lessons from leading Chicago Public Schools on charter and public school dynamics Arne Duncan
    02:36
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    Impact of Michelle Obama's Reach Higher initiative on college access and success Eric Waldo
    04:06
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    Advising Salva Kiir on education and medical challenges in South Sudan Scott Gration
    02:48
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    Promoting farm-to-school experiences during Local Flavor Week Sarah Holway
    03:44
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    Addressing challenges and financial struggles of HBCUs during economic downturns Beverly Daniel Tatum
    03:40
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    Cultural attitudes towards modern education in Afghanistan from King Amanullah to the Taliban era Azizullah Royesh
    08:52
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    Role of for-profit colleges in achieving postsecondary graduation goals Martha Kanter
    02:14
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    Educator's perspective on the school-to-prison pipeline and student challenges Gretchen Stewart
    04:51
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    Building public-private partnerships for the Let Girls Learn initiative Tiffany Drake
    05:57
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    Involvement in school garden networks after visiting the White House Garden Sarah Holway
    02:45
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    Educational policies and diaspora of Tunisian intellectuals in France Omezzine Khelifa
    02:46
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    Mentorship programs and providing White House access to students Michael Strautmanis
    07:05
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    Early school arrival and student support activities at President Obama's former school Eric Kusunoki
    03:39
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    First Lady's second visit to Capital City and the impact of her Reach Higher speech Karen Dresden
    03:18
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    Reflections on the diversity of school garden education programs Sarah Holway
    02:16
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    Initial impressions and agenda development with First Lady Michelle Obama Jennifer Simon
    04:31
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    Improving student borrower communication with federal agencies under the Student Aid Bill of Rights Sarah Bloom Raskin
    03:41
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    Negotiating education reforms in the stimulus with former boss Congressman Obey Rob Nabors
    06:35
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    Creating public-private partnerships for education initiatives during the Obama administration Eric Waldo
    05:26
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    Obama's stance on free speech and controversial speakers at college campuses Cody Keenan
    03:51
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    Dr. Jill Biden's role as an educator and advocate for community colleges Eric Waldo
    05:18
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    Debate on ROTC's presence at Columbia and its significance for the Defense Department Lee Bollinger
    02:15
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    Challenges in predicting job market trends for shaping job training programs Martha Kanter
    04:37
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    Development of the Fashion Education Workshop for the Reach Higher initiative Meredith Koop
    04:36
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    US-China collaboration on higher education for people with disabilities Judy Heumann
    02:17
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    Addressing sexual assault on campus during the Obama administration vs. Trump administration Jordan Brooks
    03:41
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    Interest in gender equality and education at an NGO Nead Bunna
    02:52
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    Impact of migration on community dynamics and education in Bronzeville Timuel Black
    03:43
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    First Lady's international initiatives and impact on education for people with disabilities in China Leah Katz-Hernandez
    05:20
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    Opportunities for involvement with AkiraChix: mentoring, financial support, internships Judith Owigar
    02:45
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    Evolution of science education and political attitudes in Kansas during the 1990s and 2000s Kathleen Sebelius
    05:25
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    Reflections on the future of universities and the enduring value of learning John Hennessy
    02:18
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    The relevance and excellence of HBCUs in contemporary education Wayne Frederick
    04:24
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    USAID programs in Tanzania as a model for implementing change in Africa Tiffany Drake
    01:06
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    Desire for increased IDEA funding in education reform Gretchen Stewart
    02:12
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    Reflections on Title IX guidance and the need for more action on childcare issues Jordan Brooks
    08:54
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    Progressive community dynamics and building a broad coalition on student debt Valerie Jarrett
    02:44
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    Support for equitable school funding over equal funding Arne Duncan
    01:14
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    Family and colleagues' reactions to attending a White House event Rebecca Mieliwocki
    02:25
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    Impact of economic downturn on educator employment and federal education funding Dennis Van Roekel
    01:20
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    Recognition in math and STEM excellence at an educational institution Karen Dresden
    02:30
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    Involvement with DCEEC and the creation of the Growing Garden Teachers Training Program Sarah Holway
    01:19
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    Impact of DC sniper and anthrax attacks on government communication and operations Vivek Kundra
    08:45
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    Volunteer roles in Obama's campaign: finance, policy work, and transition planning Norm Eisen
    05:48
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    Addressing disproportionate school discipline practices affecting minority students Arne Duncan
    03:48
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    Raising Michelle Obama to be an independent thinker and advocate for herself Marian Robinson
    07:00
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    Efforts to diversify the student body at Stanford John Hennessy
    02:25
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    Global reach of the Peace Corps and Mrs. Obama's advocacy for girls' education Tiffany Drake
    03:02
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    Perceptions of the limitations of presidential power and government effectiveness Robert Trapp
    04:32
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    Training and professionalization of teachers in life-skills and facilitation methods Nead Bunna
    03:32
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    Challenges and resistance to school nutrition programs in rural areas Tom Vilsack
    04:53
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    Establishing an educational farm at Walker-Jones Elementary during the Obama administration Sarah Holway
    02:23
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    Career paths and achievements of alumni from a girls' education program Nead Bunna
    05:05
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    Utilizing the power of the pulpit to facilitate labor-management collaborations in education Dennis Van Roekel
    02:13
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    Post-White House career and founding the Institute of Politics at the University of Chicago David Axelrod
    02:44
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    Teaching experience in southeast DC and transition to working on domestic social policies on Capitol Hill Brittany Packnett
    06:01
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    Discussions around the Cut, Cap, and Balance bill and budget negotiations James Clyburn
    06:15
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    Dialogue between the transition team and NEA during the Obama administration Dennis Van Roekel
    02:52
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    Education as a civil rights issue and the importance of addressing opportunity gaps Arne Duncan
    03:32
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    Implementation of educational programs for local union coordinators Richard Trumka
    01:07
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    Addressing inherent racism and classism in education resource allocation decisions Beverly Daniel Tatum
    03:18
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    Perspectives on the Obama administration's approach to educational testing and competitiveness Dennis Van Roekel
    03:17
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    Michelle Obama's impact on the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School in London Melissa Winter
    03:29
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    Experience with a young reader's engagement with the book post-Kickstarter campaign Sasha Alston
    02:39
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    Reflections on the role and impact of being a state Teacher of the Year Rebecca Mieliwocki
    04:31
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    Challenges and solutions for girls' education in countries like Tanzania Tiffany Drake
    02:33
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    Addressing student loan debt's impact on the economy during Obama's second term Sarah Bloom Raskin
    02:28
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    Impact of technology on teaching and pride in President Obama at Punahou School Pal Eldredge
    04:31
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    Comparison of Common Core to Brown v. Board of Education in public education reform Arne Duncan
    03:51
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    Advocacy for farm-to-school programs and the Child Nutrition Act Debra Eschmeyer
    04:16

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