Dr. Shondra Marshall, Director of the Center for Racial and Social Justice (CRSJ), was recently recognized as a Distinguished Alumni Honoree by the Michigan State University Black Alumni (MSUBA) organization. MSUBA is an affiliate club of the MSU Alumni Association. The organization works to support current Black MSU students, faculty, and staff. MSUBA creates a space to uplift Black MSU students, faculty, and staff to reach their highest potential through the use of a network of MSU Black Alumni members.

Dr. Marshall received the Clifton R. Wharton Jr. Distinguished Alumni Award from MSUBA. The Clifton R. Wharton Jr. Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes an MSU Black alumna or alumnus who has proven pioneering leadership, dedication to interracial harmony, outstanding community involvement and a commitment to the MSUBA goals and objectives.

“I never expected to receive the notable Clifton R. Wharton Jr. Distinguished Award; however, I am deeply honored,” said Dr. Marshall. “I am committed to service, equity, and justice; I will continue to lift and build!”

Dr. Marshall exemplifies leadership and community involvement through her work on boards and organizations to elevate justice, equity, and strategic thinking. Additionally, she has committed herself to training students, youth, and aspiring leaders in equitable mechanisms to drive systemic change. Her commitment extends to multiple topics of research as well, including academic performance, cultural responsiveness, racial socialization, and student/youth voice. She is passionate about working toward a more equitable future, in which well-being for all is upheld.

Dr. Marshall earned a bachelor’s degree in Retail Management with a cognate in Business and a master’s degree in Teaching and Curriculum with a specialization in Literacy and Language Instruction, both from Michigan State University. She earned her PhD in Educational Studies with a focus on Urban Education from Eastern Michigan University.

Congratulations Dr. Shondra Marshall!

For more information on Dr. Marshall and MSUBA Distinguished Alumni, visit:
Center for Racial and Social Justice – MPHI
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