Lathardus GogginsDr. Lathardus Goggins II has been an advocate for youth and education for more than 30 years, and is the author/creator of several books, articles, and prints, his latest publications are African-centered Rites of Passage and Education: Culturally Reponsive Social Emotional Learning (2022) and Facing the Rising Sun: Lessons for the Authentic Self (2021). Dr. Goggins' formal studies include Geography, Higher Education Administration, Learning Theory, Philosophy and Foundations of Education, African-American Studies, African-Centered Rites of Passage, HIV/AIDS Prevention Instruction, Trauma Sensitive Learning, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.As a scholar, Dr. Goggins is examining the relationships between socialization, learning theories and academic achievement. Particularly, using the rites of passage model as a framework for educators to better understand where students are in their development and what services and activities would be appropriate to promote achievement. Professionally, Dr. Goggins has worked with "at-risk" youth as a Prevention Specialist and has worked more than 20 years in Higher Education. Dr. Goggins has been responsible for admissions, academic advising, community outreach, directing an Upward Bound program, student activities, programming, campus climate assessment, and setting campus policy on diversity and civility. As a professor, Dr. Goggins has taught leadership, cultural diversity and multicultural competency, and African-American male development courses. Dr. Goggins has taught middle school math and science. He has worked with Cleveland Metropolitan School District as a Humanware Partner, specialized in Social Emotional Learning, Trauma-Informed and Restorative Practices, and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Currently, Dr. Goggins is the publisher/owner at Saint Rest Publications and Principle Consultant for Applied Academic Solutions. Dr. Goggins comprehensive experiences are complemented by his extensive travel throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico, The Netherlands, Australia, The U.S. Virgin Islands, Panama, The Bahamas, United Kingdom and Africa in the countries of Senegal, Benin, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Ghana and South Africa. Read More Read Less