Scholar Spotlight: Q&A with Dr. Raymond Tsai
Dr. Raymond Tsai discusses what health care should look like if its primary objective is only to improve community health.
Raymond Tsai
Class of 2020
Women’s health clinics founded by Presidential Leadership Scholar expand to second coast
Presidential Leadership Scholar Dr. Adeeti Gupta, a board-certified OB-GYN with over a decade of experience, wants her health care brand and personal leadership project, Walk In GYN Care, to be the Starbucks of women’s health – providing standardized, excellent services across the nation.
Adeeti Gupta
Class of 2019
2022 Module Three Recap: Vision and Communication
The 2022 Presidential Leadership Scholars gathered in Little Rock, Arkansas, at the William J. Clinton Presidential Center for their third program module March 10-12. The module focused on the leadership principles of vision and communication, and Scholars had the privilege of hearing from President Clinton himself. Scholars also participated in sessions with Governor Asa Hutchinson, Paul Begala, Terry Edmonds, and Nadia Brigham.
What to read, watch, and listen to this Women’s History Month according to Presidential Leadership Scholars
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Presidential Leadership Scholars shared their recommendations for books, podcasts, and films that highlight women’s history, advocate for gender equity, and celebrate the power of women. Here are their top picks.
2022 Module Two Recap: Strategic Partnerships
In February, the 2022 Presidential Leadership Scholars convened in College Station, Texas, at the George and Barbara Bush Foundation. The module focused on strategic partnerships and the leadership of President George H.W. Bush, and Scholars learned from PLS faculty Nicole Bibbins Sedaca as well as former Congressman Will Hurd, former Secretary Andy Card, Fred McClure, and Jean Becker.
Leaders to Celebrate This Black History Month: Shareefah Mason
Presidential Leadership Scholar Shareefah Mason (2020) is diversifying and strengthening the teacher pipeline with a specific focus on increasing the number of Black and Latino candidates. Mason joins us for a Q&A on what motivates her to do this work, reflections on Black History Month, and more.
Shareefah Mason
Class of 2020
Leaders to Celebrate This Black History Month: Jerry Hawkins
In celebration of Black History Month, we spoke with Presidential Leadership Scholar Jerry Hawkins (2020), the Executive Director of Dallas Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (DTRHT). Jerry gives an update on his PLP, Young Leaders Strong City, reflects on what Black History Month means to him, and shares who has influenced his life and work.
Scholar Spotlight: Q&A with John Coleman
"I think PLSers have a rare opportunity to show how remarkably diverse people can approach one another respectfully and can learn from and love one another. That’s a rare gift."
John Coleman
Class of 2018