22/03/2026
This week's episode of THE KOSH: Kimberly Barrett, Ph.D - Author of Rethinking Race
This episode of THE KOSH features Dr. Kimberly Barrett, a retired higher education executive and author who discusses her career in higher ed, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) , and her recently published memoir, Rethinking Race. Throughout the conversation, Kimberly reflects on the social construction of race, a realization sparked by her personal experience raising a biracial, multiethnic son whose physical appearance challenged her own preconceived notions of identity. She provides a sophisticated defense of higher education as a vital space for the humanization of difference, arguing that academic environments must remain courageous in teaching an unvarnished history to sustain a functioning democracy. Beyond systemic critiques, the dialogue explores the importance of community engagement through board service and the necessity of intentional parenting when navigating a racially stratified society. Ultimately, Barrett champions a philosophy of radical compassion and active love, suggesting that recognizing our shared humanity is the only effective way to dismantle systemic prejudice and foster a sense of genuine belonging.
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https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/rethinking-race-kimberly-a-barrett/1148671215?ean=9798897891351
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