Cobretti D. Williams, Ph.D.

Managing Editor

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Education

Ph.D. Higher Education, Loyola University Chicago

Cobretti D. Williams, Ph.D. (he/him), is a scholar, writer, and editor. Cobretti's research and writing focuses on the experiences of historically excluded students and faculty and staff in higher education. His work has been published in the Journal of Negro Education, Diverse Issues in Higher Education, and the National Clearinghouse for Leadership Programs.

Cobretti received his Ph.D. in higher education from Loyola University Chicago.

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Interviews

Aug 24, 2021

Scripps National News: College Diversity Plans

Nationwide, colleges and universities have pledged to do better when it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion. But according to…

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Read Cobretti's Latest Articles

5 College Mentorship Programs That Support BIPOC Students

Navigating college as a BIPOC student is tough without a campus support system. Read how several schools are offering mentorship programs to initiate change.

September 2, 2022

Learning About International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

Learn about the significance and history of International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia.

August 26, 2022

How My Virtual Community Helped Me Cope With Isolation at a PWI

Students of color often report feeling invisible and isolated at predominantly white colleges. Learn how one student learned to cope after finding a virtual community.

May 19, 2023

What ‘College Hill: Celebrity Edition’ Teaches Us About HBCU Culture

The "College Hill" reboot is showcasing HBCU culture in notable ways. Read more to understand how the show encapsulates these institutions.

August 18, 2022

Learning the Hard Way as a Low-Income First-Generation Student

Many first-generation students have to forge their own college pathway. Discover how one student learned the hard way what was right for her academic success.

May 19, 2023

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