Cobretti D. Williams, Ph.D.

Managing Editor

Contributors/Cobretti D. Williams, Ph.D., Managing Editor

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

What the Overturn of Roe v. Wade Could Mean for College Students

Roe v. Wade is overturned. Let's shine a light on the impacts to college students' reproductive rights after this landmark decision.

June 24, 2022

How a Local College Honors the Pulse Nightclub Shooting Victims

Read about how UCF, a college less than 10 minutes away from the location of the Pulse shooting, honors the 49 victims each year during Pride month.

May 9, 2023

Colleges Advancing LGBTQ+ Equity for Students

Certain colleges are advancing LGBTQ+ equity for college students. Read on to find out which ones.

June 1, 2023

Coming Out: How I Moved from a Place of Fear to Queer Liberation

Coming out can be scary if you lack understanding and support. Discover how one student moved from fear to acceptance in their quest for queer liberation.

May 19, 2023

Seeking Mentorship and Queer Knowledge to Create Change on Campus

How do you combat campus environments that don't support your identity? Learn how one queer student uses mentorship and knowledge to advocate for change.

May 19, 2023

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