Season 3 ep 1

Megan VanBuskirk, Dean of Online Programs and Learning Support at Germanna Community College, and a guest on the DOL POD podcast, shares her inspiring journey from earning a GED to pursuing a doctorate. She highlights the transformative power of online learning and discusses her research on gender and epistemic injustice in higher education. VanBuskirk advocates for the upward mobility and mentorship of digital education experts, emphasizing the importance of lifelong learning, equity, and inclusivity.

Her experiences have fueled her passion for advocating for greater access and equity in higher education, especially in the face of potential cuts to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. VanBuskirk stresses the need for cont ...