Pierce Peak

Pierce Peak Antartica Did you know there’s a peak in Antarctica named after Dr. Chester Pierce? Yep—Pierce Peak stands as a tribute to his groundbreaking research at the South Pole. From Harvard lecture halls to frozen frontiers, Dr. Pierce’s impact was global—and this map, shared by his daughter Diane, reminds us just how far his […]

2025 Harvard Business School Advancing Women of Color in Leadership 

2025 Harvard Business School Advancing Women of Color in Leadership Participating in the 2025 Harvard Business School program Advancing Women of Color in Leadership was nothing short of transformative. To be among 81 dynamic women leaders, representing 16 countries and 78 companies, was both humbling and empowering. Under the brilliant guidance of Professor Linda Hill, […]

Sesame Workshop Benefit Gala 2025

Sesame Workshop Benefit Gala 2025 July, 2025  Honored to attend the Sesame Workshop Benefit Gala 2025 An inspiring evening dedicated to resilience, storytelling, and the power of imagination in shaping young minds. It was a privilege to be surrounded by visionary leaders and changemakers including: Our host, Grammy & Emmy Award-winning artist Musical guest Sara […]

Martha’s Vineyard African-American Film Festival!

Martha’s Vineyard African-American Film Festival! I had an unforgettable time at the Martha’s Vineyard African-American Film Festival! It was a pleasure meeting co-founder Stephanie Rance and connecting with so many incredible creatives and changemakers. From watching the documentary Seen and Heard to hearing Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson live, to seeing the inspiring work of […]

Follow Chester! Exploring Microaggressions

Follow Chester! Exploring Microaggressions, Civility, and Allies in Children’s Books and Beyond Oct 11, 2019  In her presentation, “Follow Chester! Exploring Microaggressions, Civility, and Allies in Children’s Books and Beyond,” Gloria Respress-Churchwell will discuss practical ways to address difficult themes with children using picture books like her children’s book, Follow Chester!. This compelling story takes […]

Public Heath Post Gloria Respress-Churchwell

Public Heath Post Gloria Respress-Churchwell PHP Fellow Jori Fortson profiles Gloria Respress-Churchwell to discuss her book, Follow Chester!, microaggression, and the art of public health writing. read more

Students “Follow Chester” to learn lessons from visiting author

Students “Follow Chester” to learn lessons from visiting author A former USN parent, student, and alumnus returned to 2000 Edgehill to teach students important life skills through a biography of an African-American doctor who attended Harvard University. By Juanita I.C. Traughber, Communications Director During Assembly this week, Lower Schoolers heard from former USN parent and […]

Episode 8! When you made your book

Episode 8: When you made your book, did you ever think about giving up along the way? with Gloria Respress-Churchwell Welcome to Episode 8! When you made your book, did you ever think about giving up along the way? Join us with author Gloria Respress-Churchwell! read more