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Q&A With Dr. S. Maxwell Hines

Are you willing to learn something new today? Why?
"Absolutely! If I didn't, I would think I was dead." Interviewed by George Milliken 11/07/08

If you happened to have 30 minutes to live, how would you spend it?
"I would spend it with my family." Interviewed by Tieuel Legacy 10/28/08

What is your happiest moment?
"My happiest moment was watching my husband hold our twins for the first time." Interviewed by Angela Currence Parker 10/15/08

Why do you enjoy helping K12 and college students?
"It's like experiencing my youth all over again. Many people took the time to help me and I want to honor them by giving back to other children." Interviewed by Stephen Jones 09/15/08

Do you devote any time towards the betterment of your neighborhood and community?
"I am new to my area and am still exploring but I have a long history of public service. I registered my first voter when I was twelve years old and have been quite active every since. I have been a co-founder of a Community Development Corporation and have served on numerous boards." Interviewed by Carmen Colon 07/31/08

What are you providing for the future of generations to come?
"I am providing the opportunity for their ancestors to expand their minds, improve their critical thinking and leadership abilities and be transformed through education. " Interviewed by John C. Wesley Jr. 07/29/08

Dr. S. Maxwell Hines
Professor, Winston Salem State University
Location: Winston-Salem, NC United States
Joined: Jul 23rd, 2008

About (request update)

My Interview Question

What does it mean to be educated?

Life & Professional Aspirations:

My Ph.D is in science education. At last count, there were less than 40 Black people in the USA with that degree. My research is in multicultural science education but I am also interested in the sociology of science, critical race theory, and science teaching and learning.

Education (request update)

Suny at Buffalo class of 1993

Undergrad Major: Education

Claim To Fame:

First African American woman to graduate from this institution with a Ph.D. in science education.

Most Memorable Moment:

Giving my first address as a Holmes Scholar.

High School: Forest Hills in Forest Hills, NY class of 1978

Experience

I currently work with Winston Salem State University as Professor
I have 20 years of experience working in the Teaching / K-12 Education industry.

Activity

What if…: Could Racism Still Be in Play When Considering the Candidates?

What if things were switched around? Think about it. Would the country's collective point of view be different? Could racism be the culprit???? What if the Obamas had paraded five children across ...more
Posted by Dr. S. Maxwell Hines on October 27th, 2008 • 2,996 Views

Why are We Doing This to Our Children?

The phenomena of how we select names for our children just amazes me. Why would you give children names that set up negative expectations them before they even open their mouths? A school teacher fri ...more
Posted by Dr. S. Maxwell Hines on October 26th, 2008 • 4,968 Views

Stop Telling Me Who to Vote For!

I don't know about you but I am sick to death of people telling me whom I should vote for. I have a mind and I can make it up for myself. SO CAN YOU! Here's how: VoteGopher http://www.votegopher ...more
Posted by Dr. S. Maxwell Hines on October 19th, 2008 • 3,777 Views

Welcome New Members

Hi, Please post an introduction so that we can get to know you. Although I am the group owner, I am not in charge of the group. This is YOUR forum. What issues would you like to discuss together? ...more
Posted by Dr. S. Maxwell Hines on August 3rd, 2008 • 530 Views

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	“Courage: the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can't practice any other virtue consistently.” ¯ Maya Angelou Tagged by Ralph White on 09/05/2013

	Hello Dr. S. Maxwell Hines. I'm just passing by to say hello. How's everything? take care! Tagged by Heather Kollar on 07/22/2009

	Thank you for sharing information. If you are into poetry, read my poem and if you like my poem add me as a friend. Website:www.constitutionnetwork.com Tagged by Herb McC on 07/02/2009

	my book was the first to give the context for the original narrative and we've trademarked the name for the past 17 years so we could make sure it was done appropriately. How's W-S? I used to be editor of the Chronicle from 78-80 Tagged by John Templeton on 07/29/2008

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