Veronica Lippencott, Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

New York, United States

United States

• I am actively engaged in the recruitment of undergraduate students to enroll in the Africana Studies Program, striving to expand program participation and diversity. In collaboration with faculty and administrators, I.
• Revitalized the Africana Studies Program at Hofstra University, resulting in increased student enrollment through targeted recruitment strategies.
• Led the organization of nationally recognized public lectures, elevating the program's visibility and fostering intellectual engagement within the university community.

• I work collaboratively with diverse campus departments to conceptualize and execute groundbreaking initiatives focused on race and social justice, cultivating an environment of inclusivity and social awareness..
• Amplified faculty research visibility by orchestrating public lectures and radio interviews, showcasing groundbreaking insights on race and social justice issues to wider audiences.
• Cultivated a diverse and engaging intellectual environment by hosting nationally recognized African scholars and writers, facilitating dialogue and knowledge exchange on critical topics in academia and beyond.

Hempstead, New York

• I deliver dynamic and informative courses such as World Regional Geography, Geography of Africa, and Urbanization in the Developing World, employing creative teaching approaches to elevate student learning experiences..
• Elevated student learning outcomes by implementing dynamic teaching strategies and fostering a supportive learning environment, resulting in consistently positive course evaluations and student feedback.
• Collaborated with the university librarian to develop a robust study guide for locating library resources, enhancing students' research capabilities and facilitating access to valuable academic materials.

Hempstead, New York

• I taught a diverse array of courses encompassing Human Geography, African Geography, Global Studies, Introduction to Geography, and Population Resources and the Environment, cultivating a nuanced understanding of.
• Recognized for mentoring and providing recommendation letters for exceptionally talented students, contributing to their academic and professional growth and earning prestigious accolades.
• Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration by integrating global perspectives into coursework, fostering a holistic understanding of complex geopolitical and environmental issues among students.

Hempstead, NY

It was so wonderful to embrace a paid opportunity to work with my union (I used to do organizing work for a long time "for free"). This work is very important. I still teach at Hofstra, but I helped with workplace organizing efforts at the university. We are in the middle of negotiations for a new contract, which focuses on contingent faculty. I'm learning.

• I developed detailed course syllabi for core curriculum classes within the School of Arts and Sciences, enriching the learning journey for a diverse cohort of over 1,000 students. Partnering with teaching assistants, I.
• Achieved high levels of student engagement and academic success through innovative teaching methods, resulting in consistently positive course evaluations and feedback.
• Recognized for mentoring and providing recommendation letters for students, contributing to their academic and professional advancement and fostering a culture of excellence within the department.

• I successfully obtained grant funding from the Rhode Island Foundation to execute an in-depth social research endeavor focused on addressing racial and ethnic disparities within minority communities. Steering the.
• Successfully served as co-principal investigator for a comprehensive study on racial and ethnic minority disparities in health, safety, and economic development, contributing to a deeper understanding of systemic.
• Directed a team of students in conducting interviews and literature reviews, fostering their research skills and providing valuable hands-on experience in data collection and analysis.

Taught introduction to human geography and the geography of non-Western cultures.

Taught introductory courses in human geography, world regional geography, and geographic concepts. Also taught advanced/graduate courses in economic geography and the geography of health and health care.

Taught courses on global change, Kenya, medical geography, and the geography of internatonal development.

Ph.D., Geography

Activities and Societies: American Association of Geographers, African Studies Association; Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellow.

M.A, Geography

Activities and Societies: African Studies Association, American Association of GeographersMinor in Gender Roles in International Development

B.A., Geography

Activities and Societies: President, African Students Association; French TutorMinor in French NASA Space Grant, Pennsylvania Space Grant.