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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · May 7

I’m really proud of myself & the work I’ve been doing. I’m also thankful for the Foundation’s investment in my work, ideas, & me as a scholar! Amidst a political climate of disinvestment from justice-oriented work, shout out to WTG for “standing 10 toes down”! 1/3
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Ericka Weathers selected for the William T. Grant Scholars Class of

This award will support the assistant professor in Penn GSE’s Policy, Organizations, and Leadership division in a five-year research plan on institutional responses to truancy.

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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 2d

Today’s the last day!

AEFP @aefpweb.bsky.social · 3d

Have you submitted your proposal for #AEFP2026 yet? The deadline is TOMORROW - Monday, October 6th! Learn more here: aefpweb.org/callforp...

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 15d

Minnie Riperton was such a lover girl to have been so young.

She’s the background to today’s writing session 💕✍🏽

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 15d

I have second hand anxiety 😫

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 16d

Yes. I have a strong game plan to finish everything by Friday. Appreciate it!

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 17d

Go Birds! 💚🦅
If you knew me from Twitter then you know I wasn’t always #birdgang but just mind your business, I live here lol.

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 17d

Define start? 🤣😫

Kidding, I have started. Wish I was further along though.

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 17d

Manuscript and grant proposal deadline this week….

a black cat is playing with an apple laptop computer .

ALT: a black cat is playing with an apple laptop computer .

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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 25d

Thank you so much! I’ll email you some additional information about the timeline.

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 25d

I need one more volunteer. Any takers? Thank you!

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 26d

Hi AEFPers! I am looking for 1-2 more reviewers to review proposals for the K-12 (academic and non-academic) interventions section. The time commitment is late September through early November. Please message me if you're interested and I can email you additional details. Thanks for considering!

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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · 26d

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Aug 22

Recently worked from Soyu, a new coffee shop on Chestnut. Nice space, refreshing tea, and not too far from campus. I’ll be back for more writing and matcha. #coffeeshopchronicles

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Aug 11

Worked on a R&R and mapped out the shell of a fall keynote (I had to submit a description so I was forced to start early) from Vault + Vine in East Falls. Soaked up sun, enjoyed the company of a good friend, and picked up some trinkets. I did not buy plants! #coffeeshopchronicles

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AEFP @aefpweb.bsky.social · Aug 5

Interested applicants for the EFP Editorial team are encouraged to register for a Q&A session tomorrow at 1 PM, hosted by current editors Dr. Li Feng and Dr. Cassandra Hart 📚 aefp.zoom.us/meeting...

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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Jul 29

I don’t cycle but was walking by when a cyclist pleasantly yelled “Hey Pepsi driver, thanks for leaving the bike lane open!”
More of this 😀
#ShareTheRoad

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Jul 25

Every summer since being at Penn GSE, I get to teach midcareer students in our EdD program. It’s a very intensive two day format (14 hours), and while I’m always exhausted at the end of it, it’s one of my favorite group of students. Such rich dialogue! And now I will hide for 2 whole days lol.

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Jul 18

Thank you!!

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AEFP @aefpweb.bsky.social · Jul 16

AEFP invites applications for the editorship of EFP, the association’s flagship journal. Applications are due Nov 1. Read more about it here: aefpweb.org/callfore...

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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Jul 15

And I recognize having access to insurance and healthcare as a privilege. Imagine what it’s like for the parents who don’t have insurance or access to medical professionals. They’re relying on the internet or word of mouth to diagnose minor and not so minor ailments.

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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Jul 15

I always have to do extra digging. This isn’t just limited to internet searches before your doctor’s office opens up for the day. I’ve even talked to medical providers over the phone and hear this. It doesn’t change until I describe her complexion. Medicine still so white…

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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Jul 15

As a parent of Black children, I really hate that common descriptions of childhood ailments are centered on white or fair skin and include characterizations like “redness”, “pinkness”, “flushing” by default. My darker brown skin daughter doesn’t get red, pink, or flush.

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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Jul 1

Reflecting on my recent experience at the WTG Scholars’ Retreat last week. So much gratitude for such an affirming and supportive space and community. Looking forward to the work and development that will come out of this!
Also, Park City is beautiful ♥️

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Dominique Baker @bakerdphd.bsky.social · Jun 30

Here's the recording of the event I organized focused on how to become an ed consultant. There's lots of really useful, practical information regardless of your subject area, but I obviously had my colleagues who've recently lost their jobs in mind.

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Breaking into Education Consulting: Exploring Independent Career Paths [Webinar]

YouTube video by Association for Education Finance & Policy

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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Jun 22

‘Twas the last day before the start of summer camp & mama has deadlines so we went to a local fav to work. I got in a few hours of writing while they read, chatted, & played quietly. My 10 year old softly sang along to nearly every 80s song in the shop’s rotation. So proud lol #coffeeshopchronicles

Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Jun 20

Summer camp starts on Monday!

Fifidonia Maroma GIF

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Ericka (Wiggins) Weathers @erickaweathers.bsky.social · Jun 18

As seen at Barnes & Noble…