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4.08 Equity, Justice, and Yoga in the Academy with Dr. Raquel Wright-Mair
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How do you bring your whole self into the academy?
In this episode, Dr. Raquel Wright-Mair—associate professor, scholar of higher ed equity, and yoga teacher—joins Jennifer to talk about the intersections of justice, leadership, and embodied wellness in academic spaces.
They discuss:
- The realities of navigating higher education as a racially minoritized scholar
- Why burnout, grief, and stress must be addressed somatically—not just intellectually
- How Raquel integrates yoga philosophy into her teaching, research, and service
- What "retreat" can really mean for academics looking to reclaim themselves
Plus, hear the story of how one Instagram post led to a transformative yoga retreat in Costa Rica—and what’s next in Belize 2026.
Listen in to explore a new model of heart-centered leadership and healing in higher education.
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