The 桃色视频 (MSP) / 桃色视频 educates and trains future professional psychologists and psychotherapists Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:39:18 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-favicon-32x32.png The 桃色视频 (MSP) / 32 32 桃色视频 Personnel Updates /msp-personnel-updates-3/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:35:55 +0000 /?p=47112 We have some exciting personnel updates to share this summer as MSP continues to evaluate staffing needs following the retirement of two long-time staff members: Director of IT and Campus Security, Jeff Cross (in August 2026), and Director of Financial Aid and Donor Management, Roger Makki-Schramm (in April 2026). 听 We recently welcomed Darren McCullough […]

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We have some exciting personnel updates to share this summer as MSP continues to evaluate staffing needs following the retirement of two long-time staff members: Director of IT and Campus Security, Jeff Cross (in August 2026), and Director of Financial Aid and Donor Management, Roger Makki-Schramm (in April 2026).

We recently welcomed Darren McCullough to the position of Director of Information Technology. Darren comes to MSP with over 20 years of leadership and technology experience in both the education and nonprofit sectors. Darren will not only be managing MSP’s IT and ensuring we stay current with emerging technologies that enhance operational efficiency and engagement, but will also be overseeing educational technology, including Moodle and Turnitin.

Ed Klatt has transitioned to the role of Director of Facilities Management & Campus Security. Ed will continue overseeing the maintenance and development of MSP’s facilities while also overseeing security functions, including ID cards and security guards.

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Candi Wilson, MLIS has transitioned from Director of Communications and Educational Technology to the Director of Marketing, Communications, and Donor Engagement. In this new role, Candi will maintain her leadership over MSP marketing and communication while also supporting strategic plan initiatives related to donor engagement and alumni relations.

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Additionally, in April, Stephanie Swanberg, MSI, AHIP was promoted from Academic User Services Librarian to Head Librarian. In this role, Stephanie will continue serving students through the support of academic and research goals while also overseeing the Moustakas Johnson Library’s staff and strategic plans related to the library and institutional resources.听

Finally, we welcomed Jess Perez to the role of Interim Director of Financial Aid in April. Jess has 15 years of experience in higher education, eight of which have been in financial aid. Jess is working closely with Vice President of Services & Operations, Tami Jacobs, to support students in navigating the financial aid process, including managing loan and refund disbursement.
Please join us in congratulating them on their new roles at MSP!

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PsyD Spotlight /psyd-spotlight-40/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:02:53 +0000 /?p=47140 Jasmine Ionie Hobson Hometown: Redford,听MI Program: PsyD Book(s) I would recommend: Monday’s Not Coming by Tiffany D. Jackson Favorite Quote: “Accept everything about yourself, I mean everything. You are you and that is the beginning and the end, no apologies, no regrets.” – Clark Moustakas Fun Fact: I can read ancient Latin. What is a […]

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Jasmine Ionie Hobson

Hometown: Redford,听MI

Program: PsyD

Book(s) I would recommend: Monday’s Not Coming by Tiffany D. Jackson

Favorite Quote: “Accept everything about yourself, I mean everything. You are you and that is the beginning and the end, no apologies, no regrets.” – Clark Moustakas

Fun Fact: I can read ancient Latin.

What is a cause you’re passionate about?

I am passionate about bringing a liberatory focus into the therapy space to help marginalized groups discover their joy, passions, and strengths and empower them to express themselves outside of the therapy space.

Why did you choose to attend MSP?

I chose to attend MSP so I could continue to foster and work on my skills as a humanistic/existential therapist in a space that is dedicated to collaboration, self-reflection, and social justice.

What do you plan to do with your degree?

With my degree, I plan to continue advocating for marginalized and oppressed communities and helping to create a more accepting, affirming, and accessible space in the therapy world for these groups, especially the Black and LGBTQIA+ community.

How did you first get interested in the mental health profession?

I first got interested in the mental health profession in high school after seeing so many peers suffer from mental health issues and not have any proper help. Although I studied psychology in my undergraduate, I didn’t decide to pursue psychology as a profession until after graduation, when I realized that becoming a therapist was my true passion in life.

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MA Spotlight /ma-spotlight-33/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:49:23 +0000 /?p=47139 Emily Berger Hometown: Bloomfield Hills, MI Program: MA Book I would recommend: The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath. Though many people associate Plath鈥檚 work with morose narratives, I categorize this as a must-read, especially for individuals in the field of psychology. This brilliant and semi-autobiographical work demonstrates the impact of societal norms and their powerful […]

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Emily Berger HeadshotEmily Berger

Hometown: Bloomfield Hills, MI

Program: MA

Book I would recommend: The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath.

Though many people associate Plath鈥檚 work with morose narratives, I categorize this as a must-read, especially for individuals in the field of psychology. This brilliant and semi-autobiographical work demonstrates the impact of societal norms and their powerful impact on mental health. Whether an individual chooses to conform to these imposed ideals or听chooses to听explore a different path听can make a lasting impact on life satisfaction, feelings of disenfranchisement,听and听meaning making and purpose. Importantly, this work highlights the concept of free will and choice and its variability resulting from cultural norms听at a specific听time in history, as well as gender and other multidimensional identities.

This novel demonstrates that a work published in 1963 has the capacity to encapsulate a universal human experience that transcends time and remains a poignant example in today鈥檚 world.

Favorite Quote: 鈥淚f neurotic is wanting two mutually exclusive things at one and the same time, then I’m neurotic as hell. I’ll be flying back and forth between one mutually exclusive thing and another for the rest of my days.” – Sylvia Plath

How does a psychology degree fit into your life’s plan?

My life鈥檚 plan has always been to help others in some way. I believe strongly in sharing my story with those in my life in order to give them something I wish I had in difficult times, a sense of universality and connection. That they are not alone and there is a way through.

With my degree in psychology, I will continue my studies at the doctoral level. Along the way, I endeavor to foster this ideal of connection and normalization of the things we are taught to hide, shine a light in the dark corners, and make it easier for those hiding to step into the light and be seen, find connection, and move toward healing.

What makes MSP special?

The culture and class size at MSP are a significant strength of the school. Feeling like faculty are accessible and open to help makes a meaningful difference. The relationships I have created at MSP have grown deep and lasting over a short period of time. The smaller school and class size offer a sense of community and support.

What is your plan for after graduation?

After graduation, I look forward to resting and traveling before diving right back in with my PsyD in September!

What have you learned from other students?

Being in a small but diverse cohort has shown me that sometimes it鈥檚 the most unsuspecting person you will find a connection with. It reminded me to be open-minded with future colleagues, students, and clients and to embody unconditional positive regard because sometimes the most beautiful friendships are found in unlikely places.

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Pride Month /pride-month-2/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:45:44 +0000 /?p=47079 June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and the + recognizes other identities not encompassed by the acronym) community. Pride began as a commemoration and celebration of the New York City Stonewall Uprising, which is often cited as the start of the modern LGBTQIA+ Civil […]

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Celebrating Pride Month graphic featuring hands holding the lesbian, pansexual, asexual, intersex-inclusive Pride, aromantic, transgender, nonbinary flags. June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and the + recognizes other identities not encompassed by the acronym) community. Pride began as a commemoration and celebration of the New York City Stonewall Uprising, which is often cited as the start of the modern LGBTQIA+ Civil Rights movement. According to Governor Whitmer’s , “Michigan has been at the forefront of advancing civil rights for LGBTQ+ people, beginning with the nation鈥檚 first non-discrimination ordinance passed in 1972 in East Lansing, and the nation鈥檚 first Civil Rights Commission to independently recognize that discrimination ‘because of sex’ includes sexual orientation and gender identity in 2018.” The rise in over the past few years makes these, and other protections, all the more important.

For clinicians, Pride presents an opportunity to ensure proper awareness of the necessary guidelines for implementing affirming treatment with the LGBTQIA+ populations. The American Psychological Association has suggested guidelines to assist clinicians in implementing this culturally competent practice with the LGBTQIA+ community: 听and听.听Additional considerations for听 are also necessary.听For more information on the relationship between Pride and psychology, check out this听blog from Dr. Shepler.

In celebration of Pride Month, the 桃色视频 is highlighting opportunities to join celebrations across Metro-Detroit this year.

is the largest Pride celebration in the state and will be taking place in Hart Plaza on June 6th and 7th. Motor City Pride includes a parade taking place at noon on June 7th, multiple entertainment stages featuring LGBTQIA+ artists, and a variety of vendor booths highlighting LGBTQIA+ non-profits and small businesses

strives to be a place for not only individuals, but also for families to gather in celebration and support of the LGBTQIA+ community. This year, Warren City Pride is taking place on June 13th at the Warren Civic Library. The event is free to attend, and all funds raised will be used to support LGBTQIA+ families in Warren and surrounding areas.

Schoolcraft College is hosting the on June 20th from 11 AM to 2 PM. The event features local vendors, live entertainment, food, and family fun.

This year, Farmington is taking a new direction with its Pride celebrations and is launching its first-ever on June 20th from 4-8 PM. This event will be creating an evening of shared community through partnership with small businesses located in the downtown area.

will be taking place from 1-5 PM on June 28th in downtown Berkley. Berkley Pride began as a grassroots gathering and has evolved into an annual celebration bringing thousands of people together to celebrate the spirit of belonging. Berkley Pride features a live DJ and music, vendor booths, food, a kids’ activity tent, and a teen lounge, which means there is truly something for everyone to enjoy.

Pride doesn鈥檛 just end in June! MSP鈥檚 student organization IDEA will be attending听 on July 25th, and there are Pride events scheduled through September. For more of these opportunities, check out Pride Source鈥檚 .

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2026 Psi Chi Professional Development Award /2026-psi-chi-professional-development-award/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:55:15 +0000 /?p=47107 The Psi Chi chapter at MSP is pleased to announce the chapter award winners for this year!听The purpose of the Psi Chi Professional Development Award is to promote Psi Chi members’ academic and professional excellence in psychology.听听This year, Psi Chi awarded ten grants: Marwa Attia (PsyD 2) Funding toward lodging costs for The Society for […]

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The Psi Chi chapter at MSP is pleased to announce the chapter award winners for this year!听The purpose of the Psi Chi Professional Development Award is to promote Psi Chi members’ academic and professional excellence in psychology.听听This year, Psi Chi awarded ten grants:

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Marwa Attia (PsyD 2)

Funding toward lodging costs for The Society for Personality and Social Psychology 2026 Annual Convention in Chicago, Illinois where she co-presented the poster, Development and Validation of a Unidimensional Measure of Authoritarian Aggression.

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Kalani Banks (MA 鈥24, PsyD 2)

Funding toward transportation costs for the 2026 Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois where she co-presented the presentations, Ethical Considerations in Couple’s Therapy听and Cell Phones and Marriage: Connection or Disruption?,and the poster, Authoritarian Aggression and Support for Immigrant Surveillance and Deportation.

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Lauren Dushane (MA ’21, PsyD 3)

Funding toward registration costs for the 2026 American Psychological Association Annual Convention in Washington, D.C. where she will co-present the poster,ACT-Based Movement Therapy for Depression in Men with Parkinson鈥檚 Disease.听

Jifune Hermiz

Jifune Hermiz (MA 鈥24, PsyD 2)

Funding toward registration costs for the Fourth World Congress on Existential Psychology in Denver, Colorado where she will present Between Two Worlds: Authenticity, Community, and the Mystery of Being a Middle Eastern American Therapist.听

Devon Kardel (PsyD 4)

Funding toward registration and transportation costs for the 2026 Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois where she co-presented Liberatory Movement: Dance as a Pathway to Transformative Healing.听

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Tasnia Khan (MA with ABA concentration)

Funding toward study materials for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification Exam.

Renelle Staebler Lamey (MA ’24, PsyD 2)

Funding toward registration costs for the University of Michigan Online Sexual Health Certificate Program.听

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Reba Meagher (MA 鈥23, PsyD 3)

Funding toward lodging costs for the 2026 Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois where she co-presented Affirming Practice with LGBTQIA+ Clients Amid Political Polarization.

Desirae Peel

Desirae Peel (MA)

Funding toward registration costs for the 2026 Spring Meeting of Division 24 Society for Theoretical & Philosophical Psychology in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where she will co-present Movement as Ritual, Resistance, and Becoming.

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Samantha Wiechert听(MA)

Funding toward registration costs for the EMDR Skills for Trauma Treatment continuing education course.

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Jewish American Heritage Month /jewish-american-heritage-month-3/ Fri, 08 May 2026 14:26:13 +0000 /?p=46472 May is Jewish American Heritage Month. This month, which has been federally designated since 2006, recognizes the contributions Jewish Americans have made to the United States. Before becoming a heritage month, Jewish Heritage Week has been celebrated since 1980. “Jewish Americans have worked to improve the conditions of marginalized groups across the nation, including during […]

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Celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month with MSP logoMay is Jewish American Heritage Month. This month, which has been federally designated since 2006, recognizes the contributions Jewish Americans have made to the United States. Before becoming a heritage month, Jewish Heritage Week has been celebrated since 1980. “Jewish Americans have worked to improve the conditions of marginalized groups across the nation, including during the Civil Rights Movement,” said Governor Whitmer in her 2026 for Jewish American Heritage Month.

This year, MSP is celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month by sharing the stories of prominent Jewish Americans who are featured on various Jewish American Heritage posters for 2026.

Ezra Jack Keats is a children’s author and illustrator, best known for The Snowy Day, which won the Caldecott Medal in 1963. This award recognizes the work of the illustrator of the most distinguished American picture book for children. Ezra had shown a talent for art beginning at a young age, but had put his career on the back burner to fight in World War II, where he used his talents to help design camouflage. His decision to join the army was deeply personal, as his parents had fled to Brooklyn from Poland decades before due to rising antisemitism. Once his literary career took off, Ezra became an avid advocate for childhood literacy.

 

Much like Ezra, Maurice Sendak is a children’s author and illustrator who was born to Polish parents in Brooklyn, New York. Maurice wrote and illustrated over 100 children’s books, including Where the Wild Things Are, As I Went Over the Water,听and more. Maurice’s illustrations were largely the result of independent study, as he was almost exclusively self-taught. He remains the most honored children’s illustrator in history, having received the Caldecott Medal in 1964, the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award in 1983, and the National Medal of Arts in 1996, among others.

Emma Lazarus was a poet and activist best known for her poem听The New Colossus,” which is inscribed on the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty. Despite coming from a wealthy family, Emma worked as an aide on Ward’s Island, assisting Jewish immigrants who immigration officials had detained. She was also involved in various charity efforts to support refugees. The impacts of these experiences, along with her own Portuguese Sephardic Jewish heritage, are reflected in her poetry.

 

Judy Blume is yet another well-known author whose 29 titles range from children’s books to adult novels and everything in between. Her well-known titles include听Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret,听Blubber, and the Fudge Series. Given the wide variety of topics Judy’s books have covered and her desire not to shy away from sensitive subjects, she is often found on banned-authors lists. Instead of giving in to the pressure of these bans, Judy is incredibly involved with the National Coalition Against Censorship and has received countless accolades for this work. Blume is also the founder of an independent, non-profit bookstore in Key West, Florida.

 

 

Rabbi Buchdahl is known for breaking down barriers. She was the first Asian American to be ordained as a rabbi in North America and is the first woman to lead New York’s Central Synagogue’s Reform congregation. Her background of being born in Korea but being raised by her interfaith parents in the United States uniquely prepared her to overcome the challenges of being a trailblazer within the Jewish Community, and is the focus of her bestselling memoir,听Heart of a Stranger.听

 

 

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was the first Jewish woman, and the second woman ever, to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States. Justice Ginsburg’s career is often defined by her work to fight against gender discrimination, which began early in her academic career. In 1971, she helped in founding the ACLU’s Women’s Rights Project and became the first woman to receive tenure from Columbia Law School in 1972. Her time on the bench was spent in the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit in 1980 before being nominated to the Supreme Court in 1993. As a justice, she continued her work advocating for gender equality, often writing the court’s opinion or dissent letters on such cases.

 

 

Judith “Judy” Heaumann is widely regarded as “The Mother of the Disability Rights Movement.” Judy began using a wheelchair after contracting polio as a child and faced significant discrimination, being denied the right to attend school as a child and then as a teacher by her local school district for being a “fire hazard.” After suing the New York Board of Education, she became the first wheelchair user to teach in the state. She is most well-known for leading the 504 Sit-In in San Francisco and her work on the development and implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

 

Michael Twitty is a culinary historian who examines the traditions of African American foodways and its impact on food culture in the American South. Michael believes in culinary justice, which honors the Ancestors, builds for the future, and celebrates heritage through food. He also has a special interest in identity cooking and, as a Jewish African American, he specifically explores the melding of Kosher and Soul food. He is the author of The Cooking Gene.听Michael’s work is an important reminder that food plays an essential role in shaping culture and has a history that should not be forgotten.

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Community Impact Award for Equity and Inclusion /community-impact-award-for-equity-and-inclusion/ Thu, 07 May 2026 19:19:48 +0000 /?p=46858 At this year’s Multicultural Conference for Belonging and Inclusion, the conference committee announced the recipient of the inaugural Community Impact Award for Equity & Inclusion. The Community Impact Award for Equity & Inclusion aims to recognize the outstanding contributions, actions, and/or commitment of an MSP community member related to their efforts to increase equity and […]

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Dennis Brown being presented the award by Angelicia MortonAt this year’s Multicultural Conference for Belonging and Inclusion, the conference committee announced the recipient of the inaugural Community Impact Award for Equity & Inclusion. The Community Impact Award for Equity & Inclusion aims to recognize the outstanding contributions, actions, and/or commitment of an MSP community member related to their efforts to increase equity and inclusion. This work may come in the form of advancing awareness of diverse groups or promoting issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion through work, research, daily interactions, and/or volunteering. Nominations were open to students, alumni, faculty, and staff.

The 2026 Community Impact Award for Equity & Inclusion was presented to PsyD student Dennis Brown (MA with ABA 鈥23), who stood out in his commitment, advocacy, contributions, and impact related to equity and inclusion.

Dennis has demonstrated a clear and sustained commitment to advancing equity and inclusion through his clinical work, research, leadership, and community engagement. His efforts consistently center marginalized and underrepresented populations, particularly Black communities and youth in underserved areas. For example, during his internship with the Boys and Girls Club of Southeastern Michigan, he provided psychological services to youth ages 5-17 in an underserved Detroit community, utilizing trauma-informed and community-centered approaches. His outreach work at the University of Michigan-Dearborn Counseling Center further reflects this commitment. There he engaged in campus programming and built relationships with diverse student organizations to increase awareness and access to mental health services.

Dennis’ research agenda is also deeply rooted in equity. His dissertation examines intergenerational trauma and Black identity during emerging adulthood, amplifying the lived experiences of a population often underrepresented in psychological research. Additionally, his conference presentations and publications address culturally adapted therapies, internalized oppression, and racial trauma, demonstrating his ongoing efforts to bridge research and practice in ways that are culturally responsive and socially impactful. Dennis’ work reflects a long-standing and evolving commitment to equity and inclusion rather than short-term involvement.

When asked about receiving the award, Dennis said, 鈥淗ere I am, days later, still in shock to receive this award for equity and inclusion. I鈥檒l continue holding safe spaces and advocating for equitable change in our community, because it starts with one person to create change for many. Thank you.鈥

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Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month /asian-american-native-hawaiian-and-pacific-islander-heritage-month-2/ Wed, 06 May 2026 18:59:11 +0000 /?p=46466 May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. AANHPI heritage has been federally celebrated in May since 1977, beginning as Pacific/Asian American Heritage Week, before being declared a heritage month in 1992. It is a time to reflect on the contributions Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have made to […]

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Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with MSP LogoMay is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. AANHPI heritage has been federally celebrated in May since 1977, beginning as Pacific/Asian American Heritage Week, before being declared a heritage month in 1992. It is a time to reflect on the contributions Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have made to the sciences, arts, industry, government, and commerce in our nation. In her for the month, Governor Whitmer stated: “members of the AAPI community have shared their resilient family values, strong work ethic, dedication to education, and diversity in faith and creed, which have strengthened our great democracy.”

Each year during AANHPI Heritage Month, the听selects a theme to guide celebrations across the nation. This year, they have selected the theme 鈥淧ower in Unity: Strengthening Communities Together.鈥 The goal of the theme is to leverage collective power, tell stories, and build bridges. Additionally, the imagery selected for this year鈥檚 celebration features a bridge to represent the shared values of innovation, resilience, hard work, connecting, and a sense of belonging that are prevalent in many AANHPI communities.

In honor of this theme, the 桃色视频 is sharing the stories of just a few AANHPI leaders who have been identified as bridge builders.

Wong Kim Ark was born in San Francisco to Chinese parents in 1873. Despite having traveled between China and the United States in the past with no issue, he was denied entry back into the US following a trip in 1894 due to the Chinese Exclusion Act. With the help of the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association, Wong would argue that his rights as a US citizen were being denied. This would lead to the landmark Supreme Court Case听United States v. Wong Kim Art which codified what we now know as birthright citizenship as a constitutional right.

Sonal Shah was the founding President of The Asian American Foundation, which is the largest philanthropic effort dedicated to AANHPI people. She is also the founder of Georgetown University’s Beeck Center for Social Impact and Innovation, which allows students to partake in social impact projects. In 2021, she became one of the commissioners for the first President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. In this role, she and other AANPI leaders assisted with the creation of policy to address anti-Asian sentiments and promote AANHPI culture.

Ramsay Taum is a member of the Board of Directors for the Hawaii Institute for Public Affairs, is the director of Pacific Islands Leadership Institute at Hawaii Pacific University, and the founder of the Life Enhancement Institute of the Pacific LLC. In all his roles, he is known for integrating Native Hawaiian practices into contemporary business models. This work serves to help Hawaiian industries thrive in a global market while retaining their cultural identities. This work has led him to be awarded the University of Hawaii’s Star of Oceania honor, which recognizes individuals who have raised greater awareness of Oceania and its people to the world.

Dalip Singh Saund became the first Asian American to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives in 1956. Saund, was born in India’s Punjab province, where he became familiar with nonviolence and civil disobedience before moving to the US to attend the University of California. He was a supporter of Gandhi鈥檚 independence movement, and his criticism of British rule made it difficult for him to return home following his graduation, so he decided to build a life in America. He began his political career organizing support for a bill that would allow Indian immigrants to become naturalized citizens. Following his election to Congress, Saund was a staunch supporter of civil rights, often leveraging his own personal story to garner support.

Ruth Nomura Tanbara was born to Japanese immigrants in the early 1900s. In 1942, Ruth and her husband were forced to choose between an incarceration camp or assisting the War Relocation Authority with the resettlement of Japanese Americans to the Midwest or the East Coast. Facing this tough choice, the couple became the first Japanese Americans to resettle in St. Paul, MN. During this time, they talked to churches, schools, and other community organizations about Japanese Americans in an attempt to build acceptance. Ruth remained a strong activist following the end of WWII and Japanese internment, serving on the board of a variety of organizations, including the Japan America Society of Minnesota, and helping to repeal a law barring Japanese immigrants from gaining citizenship.

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MA Spotlight /ma-spotlight-32/ Wed, 06 May 2026 15:15:02 +0000 /?p=46841 Bella Stormbringer Hometown: International Falls, MN Program: MA Book I would recommend: The Golden Compass by Phillip Pullman Favorite Quote: “To oppose something is to maintain it…” – Ursula K. Le Guin Fun Fact: I stepped on a sea-urchin while barefoot once. Name a cause you are passionate about. I’m passionate about transgender rights. I’ve […]

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Bella Stormbringer HeadshotBella Stormbringer

Hometown: International Falls, MN

Program: MA

Book I would recommend: The Golden Compass by Phillip Pullman

Favorite Quote: “To oppose something is to maintain it…” – Ursula K. Le Guin

Fun Fact: I stepped on a sea-urchin while barefoot once.

Name a cause you are passionate about.

I’m passionate about transgender rights. I’ve been transitioning myself for the past 3 years. In that time, I’ve seen how much harder things are getting. I’m very outspoken about the need for access to things like HRT and surgeries.

Why did you choose MSP?

I chose to attend MSP based on my feelings during multiple campus visits. When looking at schools, I met some of the professors and students here during an open house and was absolutely blown away by their energy, desire to engage, educate, and share. I knew at the first visit that I would be at home here.

What do you want to do with your degree?

I plan on using my degree to become a clinical therapist, though I have yet to decide if I want to jump into a doctoral program. I’d like to work with the LGBTQ+ population and provide support where I can.

How did you first get interested in the mental health profession?

I became interested in the mental health profession after I had my own experiences needing therapy. That experience was something I wanted to be able to pass on to other people and give back to the communities that helped me out.

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PsyD Spotlight /psyd-spotlight-39/ Wed, 06 May 2026 15:09:33 +0000 /?p=46843 Zunaira Tirmizi Hometown: Detroit, MI Program: PsyD Book(s) I would recommend: White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo Favorite Quote: “Look again at that dot. That’s here. That’s home. That’s us. On it everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of, every human being who ever was, lived out their lives.” – Carl Sagan […]

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Zunaira Tirmizi

Hometown: Detroit, MI

Program: PsyD

Book(s) I would recommend: White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo

Favorite Quote: “Look again at that dot. That’s here. That’s home. That’s us. On it everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of, every human being who ever was, lived out their lives.” – Carl Sagan

Fun Fact: I am really into space and enjoy stargazing and looking for UAPs and extraterrestrials.

What is your plan for after graduation?

I plan to practice in a hospital and a medication-assisted treatment clinic, focusing on addiction and neuropsychological disorders.

What鈥檚 your favorite spot on campus and why?

I love how MSP is surrounded by woods and lush greenery. It鈥檚 beautiful to see the leaves change color in the fall and to enjoy the green scenery with classmates in the summer.

Tell us something you鈥檙e involved with here at MSP,

I am involved in several research projects, which is exciting because it allows me to attend conferences in diverse places and speak about my passion. I am also a member of Psi Chi and the IDEA Club.

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