ACADEMIC AUTHORITY COALITIONJoin the FREE Academic Authority Coalition Community: Join the PAID Academic Authority Coalition Community (added benefits, extended conversations, and more):----------------------SUMMARYIn this insightful interview, Dr. Kathryn Wiley shares her journey from Ohio to becoming a policy influencer and mentor at Howard University. She discusses her research on school discipline, racial justice, and her strategic approach to building influence beyond academia, emphasizing the importance of relationships, pragmatic mentorship, and civic engagement.----------------------KEY TOPICS - Research on school discipline and police-free schools- The importance of pragmatic mentorship and relationship building- The role of HBCUs in racial justice and education reform- Strategies for scholars to influence policy and public opinion- The journey from doctoral student to policy influencer and community leader----------------------CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Dr. Katherine Wiley02:43 Dr. Wiley's Journey to Graduate School05:51 Transitioning from Psychology to Education Policy08:58 Understanding R1 Institutions and Their Impact14:21 Navigating Racial Segregation and School Discipline17:53 Mentorship and Support for Marginalized Students21:42 Overcoming Doubts in the Doctoral Journey24:44 Lessons Learned from the Doctoral Experience28:56 Unwritten Rules of Doctoral Programs31:17 Post-Graduation Realities and Career Pathways35:29 Choosing Howard University: A Personal Mission38:44 Cultural Differences Between HBCUs and PWIs41:00 Bridging the Gap Between HBCUs and PWIs42:08 Dr. Wiley's Congressional Fellowship Opportunity42:31 The Importance of Civic Engagement45:34 Lessons from Congressional Fellowship47:56 Research and Policy Influence50:58 Challenging School Discipline Practices53:24 Grant Writing Insights55:46 Navigating the Policy Space59:46 Building Relationships in Academia01:03:02 Mentorship and Co-Authorship01:11:56 Monetization