Monthly Archives: May 2011

An Evening with Marian Wright Edelman

By Newseditor 05/17/2011 03:48 pm | 1 Comment

On Tuesday May 10th, Marian Wright Edelman, president of the Children’s Defense Fund presented at the final Askwith Forum of the 2010-2011 season. Read More…

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More Roads to Travel

By Judy Rakowsky 05/16/2011 04:40 pm | Add a Comment

The Harvard Gazette reports on Marian Wright Edelman’s Askwith Forum. Read More…

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Harvard EdCast: Leave No Child Behind

By Matt Weber 05/12/2011 06:00 am | 2 Comments

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Marian Wright Edelman, president and founder of the Children’s Defense Fund, reflects on her work, her life, her leadership, and the remarkable number of commencement addresses she has delivered. Read More…

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NJ Governor Chris Christie Speaks at HGSE

By Newseditor 05/11/2011 02:04 pm | Add a Comment

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie visited the Ed School on April 29 to discuss his controversial education proposals, the role of teachers unions, and the tone of the education debate. Read More…

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Does Gender Matter in Educational Leadership?

By Newseditor 05/11/2011 11:42 am | Add a Comment

In this video, a panel discusses gender in education organizations from the perspective of a former university president, a former urban school superintendent, and a nonprofit leader.

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