On Diversity: Access Ain’t Inclusion | Anthony Jack | TEDxCambridge

[@amuseduh]

So insightful. Such a simple yet powerful example of “office hours” being something that is hidden knowledge.

[@juanalim1652]

My eyes got watery when he talked about students not being able to go home during spring break. Thank you for this talk!

[@CB-so8xd]

Eyedrops

[@tboog8356]

To think that everybody’s supposed to get the same outcome is goofy If you focus on yourself you wouldn’t have to worry about things being fair. Life has never been fair for anyone

[@learningmindsconsulting]

Same response 😢

[@lizd6396]

What if you cant go home? This man. My heart. Yes. These are the conversations we need to be having. So much yes.

[@mariecontreras6363]

​@mericanmodi8479Shut up troll

[@DarlingScarbroughMoore]

I am a 54 year old grad student....I NEVER knew what office hours were for my entire undergrad. Meanwhile, man many many MANY of my high school class mates who 'made it' to college STRUGGLED...not because they were not bright, but because they were poor. This is one of the best talks I've seen.

[@agricolaregs]

What do you mean you didn’t know what they were for? Can you explain that a little more? What did you think that meant? Genuine question.

[@somebodyu.usedtoknow]

I’m 45 and first in my family to be earning a degree! 🙏🏼

[@rebeccababbar]

This is why we need more education, especially in lower-income areas.

[@neuroticneuron]

I have watched hundreds of TED Talks, especially for academic reasons. This is by far one of my favorites now. Professor Jack is extremely well spoken and easy to listen to. I love this.

[@starcrafter13terran]

Well spoken when he said "ain't" or when he said "axed"?

[@learningmindsconsulting]

❤Agreed

[@YasmineBB]

Love this take on diversity and inclusion. Having one does not mean automatically having access to the other. Just because students get into these schools and “Made it”, doesn’t mean they have access to resources because those resources were often not made with their thoughts in mind.

[@veronicamanlow]

Thanks for bringing this talk to my attention Yasmine. The 'hidden curriculum' is an important concept and Anthony Jack shows how students from disadvantaged backgrounds may not understand what taken for granted things like office hours mean. He makes very good suggestions on how universities need to give a lot more attention on how to engage students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Policies can hurt lower income students: shutting down for spring break is a good example = food insecurity for 2/5 undergrads and no place to go.

[@AmadeusD]

@@veronicamanlow none of this has anything to do with a. Education institution. These are what’s known as externalities. They are not the job of The educator.

[@DaratheRA]

Thank you Professor Jack for keeping it all the way real. We need your voice and the world needs to know that "access ain't inclusion"! SPEAK!

[@nataliejimenez6649]

In my 2 years of undergrad that I’m currently in, this is the most relatable profound speech i have encountered. Thank you

[@veronicaadele6090]

Very well said. It happens all over the world. I am in the Caribbean and I know about walking past the closed cafeteria and restaurants. I know of not having anywhere to go and have even lay down on a bench in the campus yard when the dorm was unaffordable and I couldn't pay my fees as I did not get the loan from the Government. I recall having to 'cowgirl' aka clean up in a public toilet. I was forced to leave and never finished university, and they didn't even ask why I dropped out. I had to live with a single mom friend and her low income family of 4 and even slept on the floor and had to take on live caregiver jobs hen the family lost their job and apartment. I even had to take tissue paper that was being used to dry hands in public toilets hen I could not even afford that. Yeah and I am still here. Keep safe.

[@learningmindsconsulting]

@veronicaadele6090 I appreciate you being willing to share. This is many other people's story. No one reaches out and ask why you're dropping out. Mostly financial situations turned into a spiral or mountain of unresolved personal issues. I'm so sorry you had to endure those circumstances.

[@christinesouthern917]

Thank you for this talk. I teach those students in 5th grade - they need their realities known and addressed.

[@ShardayCampbell]

"Even undreamt dreams come true." ~ Anthony Jack

[@yohnachambers3765]

such a good word -

[@CesarLostaunau]

Love it!

[@silversentinal]

This hit me in my heart.

[@angelicatibbitts6814]

REAL talk! First gen student here I am now a 4th year my encouragement is GO TO OFFICE HOURS! I originally had no clue in the world what they were until this year and they are so helpful! We get the 1 on 1 that we need and deserve. Even if you don't have any questions about your class go and get to know your professors they are real people I promise.

[@kaitseb8053]

OMG this..... he said what I always thought but never brought out to light. Wow.... I need to go process now

[@rnetbell14]

I loved this! I’m working on my doctorate in higher education and I’ve been saying things like this forever so it’s nice to hear others thinking the same. Wow I didn’t realize that office hours meaning can get lost in translation

[@geoffhunt8203]

Thank you, professor Jack. I've been recommending your book, The Privileged Poor to everyone who will listen and love that you're keeping the pressure on institutions of higher ed to be more inclusive.

[@cacoca79]

whites out this is our land, viva mexico!! bernie 2020

[@MidnightRambler]

marxism

[@AlexZ-lc6nl]

wow. This is giving me deja vu. As a “doubly disadvantaged” student going into a top notch college, I struggled with the hardship, the connection and the overall inclusion of the place myself. This is 1000% true. If it wasn’t for my research professor and his wonderful wife (also a faculty) I wouldn’t of lasted much longer feeling as if I was the only one in the room, alone, in a sea of geniuses. I have since submitted my honor thesis and will graduate in April of 2021 with honors (knock on wood).

[@deepalijoshi4631]

Congratulations! I wish you massive successes ahead bruv

[@MidnightRambler]

Your in a top college..but still playing the victim?

[@lolno3906]

Is there anyone more oppressed than American college students? I think not. Btw congratulation to your quota degree.

[@doomb1ke]

@@MidnightRambler I pray you've learned empathy over these last 2 years

[@sterlingarcher2366]

​@@doomb1ke Cannot spell empathy.. without empty. He is right. Appreciation is fundamental. I feel this person will be their main story in every situation... oh woe it me. I could see them in some desolate poor nation in which they eat dog meat. Telling them about the "real struggles". Fack off.

[@eatmorepasta]

This is so well said, and so important! Thank you, Anthony Jack, for talking about this. This was one of the best talks I've ever seen!

[@freedomofexpression1382]

Wow. You took the words out of my head and spoke them for me so they are understood. 🤯. Thank you! ❤

[@eiliskierans3202]

Such a powerful speech. Thank you Prof. Abraham Jack.

[@sabrinabaker7865]

This helps us to understand and see what others go through.

[@kellyps2024]

This is such a thoughtful and informative Ted Talk. This is the power of storytelling which facts can only quantify but not totally represent. You also show why diverse voices must be included if we want to solve the problems of today!

[@tranb228bapha]

This relaxing sounds so soothing. calming to my ears. Thanks for uploading this inspiring music.

[@SebbyFellOff]

Wow that is something I never thought about, when colleges close. Thank you for that education piece. To God be the glory for you being on stage!!!

[@Kingkofi23]

What a powerful talk. Thank you!

[@nomadiccloud1529]

It should be the instructor's responsibility to clearly explain the meaning of office hours and how office hours are meant to help students with their learning process.

[@acrazies]

Also, it's quite irritating when instructors are not available during their posted office hours. It seems like so many instructors have forgotten who is paying them...

[@mikelundrigan2285]

The “student” is there to learn, right? It is their responsibility to seek out the basic information that they require about classes, times, locations, instructors etc. etc. etc. If the “student” is not capable of finding out this very basic information, how can they succeed with the much more difficult task of becoming educated??

[@NB-tf5wj]

I enjoyed your speech and it's both relatable and powerful. Thank you for tackling topics like this the world needs to hear it!

[@mswalker7124]

When I taught middle school, my word wall included college vocabulary terms like this. These words had to be used in context and were assessed with the same rigor as Tier II vocabulary. When I taught high-school, we issued a syllabus that included Instructor Office Hours.

[@AjAmaio]

amazing speech! Thank you so much for your insight! Youre so talented!

[@posborneumf]

Thank you, professor! I'm reading your book now and as a higher education professional, and a first-gen college grad, it's an incredible opportunity for me to take stock of what I take for granted.

[@lolno3906]

In a clown car that is America, everyone can be profesdor apparently.

[@keiti5673]

@@lolno3906 The fact that you cant spell professor, shows that you should pursue an education. I know your just some internet troll, and I'm wasting time on you by replying to you, but I believe in wasting time on people who can be better. You are right when you say America, can be a clown car, but we are capable of producing professors like this so well done America ;). But seriously man be better, laugh harder, and enjoy this world while you can. If trolling makes you feel alive, try to make others feel alive too, cause some of us are slowly dying too. Just some advice, ty.

[@RhondaDixon-tc9vy]

Wow! Very moving and insightful!! Just wow!! The best TedTalk I’ve ever heard.

[@alainadacosta1222]

I love the spoken word poetry - great talk

[@johnsanyamahwe6956]

I just like the way they presented each one of them. This is good staff and very educative . Will continue to learn from them by going through once at a time

[@aimeedouglas2011]

Real Talk! Thank you for putting IT out there! 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@ScaledCreations]

Wow. That was by far one of the most impactful and relevant talks on Diversity I've heard. Although there were laughs at the dating apps turned food delivery apps, I couldn't find the humor, as I was deeply troubled and sorrowed by the fact that for some, this is the only way to ensure their basic needs are met while trying to get an education. Amazing, actionable points, A+ Professor Jack.

[@marymcgeejolliffe274]

Absolutely wonderful Anthony. The poetry works so well, takes us to a deeper level of connection and resonance. Hope to hear more from you.

[@ambrosia9]

Inclusion and diversity can be seen in audience who wants to learn they appear involved. Kudos to audience.

[@somebodyu.usedtoknow]

That’s right!!! Thank you for your service to helping diversity flourish!

[@shimronnetia]

his laughter at the end was conquering

[@CS-qy4qy]

What are the benefits of diversity? What are the drawbacks of diversity? Is crime lower or higher in diverse cities? Are people happier in countries with high diversity or low diversity?

[@GerardDeRideford]

It sure makes the crime go up

[@rasharashad]

Powerful and Real, thank you...also relevantes to other countries

[@Doitright30X]

I was always taught "if you don't know, then ask" Responsibility for downfall resides with the students for not asking questions on things they don't know. Hard work pays off; pave your own way. The world isn't going to change to be fitting you, and it shouldn't have to. Colleges shouldn't have to either.

[@DCornwell-d2t]

Not everyone can openly admit that they don't know something, therefore asking a question. A coworker of mine is like this and will talk in circles b/c he simply doesn't know the answer to a question you've asked him. He also tries to sound intelligent when explaining things to lay people. He is the last person I'll go to if I just need a strait answer to a simple question.

[@venbiney]

Forever relevant this talk! Thank you

[@virginiaboyle3954]

Powerful!

[@c.rutherford]

"Access Aint Inclusion" Access is a lot better than the guy who got passed over for admission because they weren't considered "Diverse". He wasn't included either, just saying.

[@Wal890]

8:50 hit me hard.

[@michaelstark777]

t's nothing more than racial quotas. They just destroyed the schools for the academically gifted in NYC because certain "groups" didn't make the grade. So, rather than encourage the "groups' to study harder (like the Asian students do), they eliminated the entry qualifications in favor of a lottery system. They in effect numbed down the elite schools. I don't know what other country in the world would do such a self defeating thing, particularly in light of the fact that the USA rates 22nd in the world when it comes to math and science. Anyway, it was done to meet racial quotas. So much with a color blind, merit based society.

[@leetimm2690]

This is a great lecture. Very insightful.

[@cosmo9390]

That's hilarious. Thanks, I needed a laugh today.🤣

[@Dodgevair]

What IS the scheme/intent/strategy for selecting an team entrance tune which is laced with profanity plus numerous racial slurs? Or was this just an oversight by Texas A&M? How best to correct this?

[@museprof]

College professor here. I agree with the point about closing down campus during breaks. I remember from my own college days that the campus felt like my home, and that I was being booted out of my home. I would favor policies that kept the dorms and dining halls open during breaks, but it would mean a rise in fees for students (somebody's got to pay for it). The point about office hours is weak, though. The argument boils down to: poor people don't know what "office hours" means and they are too fragile from living their lives to be able to ask, and the only way they could know is if they went to a good school. That seems patronizing and disempowering, to be honest. I can't speak for anyone else, but I always tell students what office hours are for on the first day.

[@cacoca79]

whites out this is our land, viva mexico!! bernie 2020

[@woodcutta6461]

I didn't have to leave campus during spring break. There were also academic acknowledgements during this time so even if the college was closed for classes it wasn't entirely closed. Oh, and computer labs were still open. So, not sure what he is talking about.

[@MidnightRambler]

its not a home..get a life and go out into the real world.

[@caitlinsulham1496]

Joshua, do you think that your upbringing could make it harder for you to accept that people could possibly not know what office hours are, and feel uncomfortable to ask?

[@JosephKullman]

awesome work.

[@aimeedouglas2011]

Real Talk! Thank you for putting in out there! 🙏🏽

[@daniel23554]

This is an important talk. Thank you for doing this and sharing this.

[@MidnightRambler]

No it's not

[@blaqnificentmediaMSb]

I just think people must grow period

[@Kris_HSax]

Even though I watched this for a class, I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. It really does open your eyes to just how much colleges need to do to include everyone and give everyone a fair chance.

[@DMDNLove]

This was great! I never thought of these things!

[@addierivera149]

I was left wanting to learn more.

[@skeche]

this Harvard professor is what the land of the free embodies.

[@MidnightRambler]

but he is oppressed..

[@lolno3906]

Affirmative action? Or being a parasite on government payroll?

[@cortezsb7727]

Loved this

[@brownsunflower2258]

Amazing

[@thatlilgal]

Awesome Ted talk

[@cosmo9390]

That's hilarious. Thanks, I needed a laugh today.🤣

[@scottyhorey9128]

Excellent talk, Professor Jack! I will be reaching out to you shortly with a few questions. I hope you have a moment to connect!

[@joebriggs5781]

I want to like some of these Ted Talks about Diversity and Inclusion, but most of them like this one only talk about the problems instead of any solutions. They kind of gloss over saying there are “initiatives” and “strategies” that need to be implemented...like what! I’m not asking that from a skeptical standpoint that questions whether they exist, but do some of these people actually know what they are? And if so, why not share them? That’s literally the biggest thing I hear from organizations is they’re aware of the problem, but people generally have very little to offer in terms of solutions.

[@codacreator6162]

Agreed. I am about to begin facilitating a new program of Inclusion & Belonging for my employer. I haven't seen the material, yet, but my own research hasn't produced much in the way of information from those actually effected by social and cultural differences. Crossing my fingers.

[@erwilli2]

@@codacreator6162 spend some time on aacu site. if you're serious-the resources and data are there for solutions.

[@beckyholt]

Surely, Anthony is an example of how the changes are beginning to work and opportunities are being created. There are poor students in universities across the globe and most have financial and other considerations. They don’t ask or demand systemic changes to assuage their complex life choices, and neither should anyone else. University education is not and should never be a right. It is essential that participation be based on merit and not an accident of birth or skin color. Academic standards however must be held to the highest level regardless of cultural wants or needs. Let us remember that women traditionally were never formerly educated until late into the 19th century and yet they lead the field in many disciplines. Yet most make no excuses why they are not even more representative within educational institutions. Universities are for the brightest and the best. Anthony, you reached and exceeded your goal and you did that within the existing system; and others will to. Why change when the system is working? Inclusion is a long hard road, but then everything that is worth anything always is.

[@terriz.2981]

Do you know that this speaker has written an entire book on the subject? It's listed in the description. Check it out

[@cacoca79]

whites out this is our land, viva mexico!! bernie 2020

[@arlinegeorge6967]

Undreamt dreams come true. People like Tina and many needed get. Amazing impressive amazing soul. Pray more n more amazing souls like you multiply. Thank you, bless you. All your dreams come true.

[@47bricklayer]

Racists are the most racially diverse group of people in America today. If all of our institutions and industries were as racially diverse as racists, racial diversity would be achieved.

[@kelz3454]

Heart felt and so very important

[@dcissignedon]

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion - three different words that mean the same thing, QUOTAS!

[@thew1ldone889]

Kalergi is what it means.

[@perrinefarque]

Great talk! Well done Anthony!

[@adedijirichard6687]

The laughter ehn!!!!!

[@altruex]

Unfortunately, there's a split between the fight for Diversity and Inclusion from the wealthy privilege and the poor privileged. They don't seem to fight the same struggles nor do the upper privilege come to fight the same cause. I appreciate that he argues "Access isn't inclusion" cause most of the time poor people will struggle to understand and navigate through the system which the upper privilege class have already understood despite being "all for diversity" but fail to recognize the same struggles they are apparently fighting for... Hence why i would hope people remember diversity is not about personal gains and about recognizing it's meant to be an universalizing/equalizing factor to allow people opportunities to expand on their potentials and lives and share themselves authentically.

[@jventura1987]

I never did office hours because it made me feel like if i was getting in trouble and had to do an agenda.

[@adri7131]

10:30

[@camrynstotesberry3524]

Why did he have to be so LOUD!! Sending my thoughts and prayers to all disadvantaged and first generation students in America. Stay strong!

[@adri7131]

9:30

[@beautifulcrazy]

I feel so emotional. Awesome

[@MidnightRambler]

y?

[@summerthompson7649]

Thank you, Professor- This talk was for sure an eye opener. Not a lot of people realize what others don't have, just because they got into a top university, others think they must have it all to even get in the first place. I wish to see a lot more campuses being inclusive to the ones who can't afford to leave on breaks, or don't have places to go and also keep dining areas open for the ones who can't afford to go out and get a meal and rely on the meal plan. I also hope that more institutions, as they do put millions of dollars into diversity recruitment, think a lot more about what to do when students arrive on campus. How they can include them, etc.

[@krumbus4573]

Thomas Sowell

[@larryshaw9587]

Great material

[@MidnightRambler]

nope

[@nicolecui3214]

start sobbing at 8:25

[@MidnightRambler]

at its stupidity..

[@nicolecui3214]

@@MidnightRambler didn't get it

[@edmey]

1. "The Third World Transition Program" welcomes new students to Brown with programs that center the student of color experience. By exploring systems of oppression that influence us everyday, such as racism, classism... During TWTP, we call on all participants to reconsider their history and aspects of their identity and introduce students to support structures and resources available to them. 2.Along with the "Brown Center for Students of Color" and the "Undocumented, First-Generation College, and Low-Income Student Center", new students for Brown will probably be informed about office hours as well as just how traumatized they should feel at their plight.

[@lolno3906]

Lol, poor little PoCs, they need as many handouts as they can get.

[@oliverphippen1957]

Diversity is begging If we take the better person available then we don't need diversity ?????

[@benstern310]

Diversity shouldn't just be about race, it should be about ability, disability the under privileged (low income earners)

[@MidnightRambler]

cripple the US with woke bs

[@musicobsessed95]

I definitely agree. I think that that from a healthcare and education access perspective, it is very important to consider multiple factors beyond race. One can argue that socioeconomic status may even be more influential, since being within a lower socioeconomic group is one of the main factors negatively impacting those of minority races.

[@Gryffindorfreak1990]

I know! I applied to college. But despite being accepted to my major, they refused to accommodate me to have a reduced course load. SO RUDE!

[@Proud3579]

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[@DaphneValcin]

Thank you so much for sharing this powerful talk!

[@yainieg621]

and he aint stutter!

[@mscatpaige]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@shrodingerscat4191]

Oompa Loompa dopa di do I have another puzzle for you What do you get when your grievance is all? Sink into quicksand Holding Bowling ball

[@7TStar5]

YESSSS!!!!

[@louismccall]

This was like Def poetry Jam at times, and then would get serious, but I am lost on the message. Cultural Capital... I don't get what point is exactly. Your job in prison is to learn the culture, quickly. No time for a widespread political movement to help you learn the ropes on a hopefully temporary part of life.

[@allisonbebee2017]

Gosh I hope school is not like prison hahahaha

[@robertandrade4548]

Diversity is not including blacks in everything... You can have a group of all whites, or all browns in 1 room, and still be diverse... Diversity is the different traditions, cultures, and attributes 1 grew up into; and being involved in 1 environment...

[@phil3924]

If you are smart enough to go to an Ivy you can figure it out. There are countless student organizations at every school. Lot of international students have no place to go. Tag along with them on breaks.

[@that1joe929]

Duuuur dur dur duuuur

[@djwhite7126]

Most of you are too negative to understand the point of this

[@ChandraShaw]

You're absolutely right!!! I heard solutions. Stop assuming all students come with the same definitions of standard jargon used in colleges like "office hours" and instead, clearly define them or at least ask questions to ensure there is clarity. Be mindful of the students who are harmed with protocols which totally shut down campuses during holiday breaks because not everyone can go home or even has a home to go to. Access isn't inclusion was an ever present theme. Schools should make sure that they are including ALL students when thinking about policy and communication.

[@MidnightRambler]

No,we understand Marxism..

[@soulsurfer639]

@@MidnightRambler Hahaha well said Midnight Rambler lol

[@frank-lt3tp]

So Anthony, you made it on your own, but everybody else is to inept to make it? Ego much. If you can't figure out what "office hours" mean, I'm sorry, but I don't need you operating on me or representing me in court some day.

[@ratatat12356]

13 52

[@someotherdude]

This well meaning guy just insists on being a passive victim in life, and no amount of opportunity will change that. Not one mention anywhere of any determination to succeed, not one mention of anything his culture could do to help. He should include people of his background in this talk, to explain the coming hurdles of life. But a big disadvantage is to just come from a single parent family that doesn't have a drive to excellence and that doesn't teach kids to focus on achievement. These things are taught in many Jewish and Asian families. There's a grain of truth in everything I heard here.... but there is still a lot that is missing from this talk that would help the 'doubly disadvantaged'. Yes, colleges could give out vouchers for meals during breaks and explain to poor students about help from teachers. There should be some part of campus to stay during breaks, although leaving every dorm open might not be practical. Lastly, if you've graduated from Amherst, clean up your grammar, it's free and easy and it's the language of success to speak in an articulate manner.

[@mightyredstallion]

I just assume you take a first class one-way flight to your homeland. The more of you, the worse the country gets. And not just this country, but every single country you're allowed to stay in. It's not racism, it's a simple fact supported by mountains of data. Have a great voyage.

[@bsmith8166]

I'm glad that he mentioned female privelage in this talk. I feel like we still have a long way to go before men's issues are taken seriously since we still live under the insane lie that women are treated like second class citizens in America, but the first step is acknowledging the disparity between the advantages that women have and the lack of access, inclusion and attention that men face. Men are dying everyday from the inability to have their needs met while women are drowning in attention and privelage. I don't want to knock down women, I just want men to have the ability to not be seen as subhuman monsters. Men face an epidemic of violence, but when violence happens to men, it's seen as deserved, whereas when women experience violence, it's seen as more severe because women are more valued. Women never have to be lonely and they can always eat or find allies if needed. Men will never enjoy this privelage, and many men kill themselves each day from loneliness.

[@tobadsosad7269]

YES. WHY NOT HIRE THE BEST PERSON FOR JOB.

[@lolno3906]

Because people like him would screech about racism.

[@thecongo8505]

There is this unconscious and stereotypical bias making white men best people to do the job.

[@CS-rk9bf]

*If diversity is so good, why do you have to tell people to celebrate diversity? If diversity was great wouldn't people know to celebrate it?* I never see a bumper sticker that says chocolate tastes great. Everyone knows chocolate tastes great. You don't need a bumper sticker to tell you something everyone knows. The happiest countries on earth have hardly any diversity.

[@niallmurray8654]

Stop whinging and work hard, get on with it.