Today I finished my MOOC “Public Policy Challenges of the 21st Century” from the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at the University of Virgina, on Coursera. Although it’s not a credit course, I’m happy with my 94% grade!
Being the only black face in the room is difficult. Here’s why I sought out spaces where I felt at home. I’ve always been aware that I’m black. I’ve also always been aware from a young age, that being black meant I was different, and incidents told me this wasn’t a “good” thing. My parents …