Education in Color S2 Ep. 6 - Frank Wu

Episode 6 features Frank H. Wu, an American law professor, and author, currently serving as the President of Queens College, City University of New York. Throughout his esteemed career, Frank has held influential roles, including the William L. Prosser Distinguished Professor at UC Hastings, where he received early renewal for a second term. He was the first Asian American to serve as Chancellor & Dean at UC Hastings and later returned to teaching in 2015.

Frank's impact in legal education is widely acknowledged, with the National Jurist ranking him as the most influential dean in legal education in 2013 and the third most influential legal educator and advocate in the nation. He also holds the distinction of being the first Asian American professor to teach at Howard Law School and the first Asian American to serve as the dean of Wayne State University Law School in Detroit, Michigan, where he became the youngest law school dean in the nation at age 36.

Beyond his academic accomplishments, Frank is renowned for his book, "Yellow: Race in America Beyond Black and White," which challenges the traditional black-white paradigm of civil rights and addresses subtle forms of racial discrimination. The book has become a fundamental work in Asian American Studies and is widely used in relevant courses. Its influence extends to debunking the model minority myth and the perpetual foreigner syndrome.

In this episode, we explore Frank's inspiring journey and his significant contributions to education. We discuss his role as the President of Queens College, where he continues to make a meaningful impact on higher education. Through insightful conversations, we delve into Frank's vision and experiences, offering valuable insights into the ongoing fight for civil rights beyond conventional racial paradigms. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a trailblazing leader who has reshaped the discourse on race in America and continues to be a driving force in academia.

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