Mentorship & Unexpected Advocates

In this episode of Black-Liberation.Tech, Dr. Jordan reflects on a transformative 7-year mentorship with a Social Policy professor—how it began, how it grew, and the impact it continues to have. She also shares a surprising twist: receiving letters of recommendation from two unexpected sources—an adjunct professor and a former faculty member who had already left the institution. Tune in to hear how meaningful connections can come from both the expected and the unexpected, and why nurturing authentic relationships matters more than you think.

🎧 Reflective Questions:

1. How have your long-term mentoring relationships shaped your academic or professional path?

2. Have you ever underestimated the impact you made on someone—only to later receive unexpected support from them?

3. What does this episode teach you about the value of maintaining genuine connections, even when circumstances change?