September Brings New Growth & Fresh Momentum
As the season shifts, so does our energy. September is about leaning into renewal, reflection, and resilience. Inside The Hub, we’re celebrating National Student Parent Month, and Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15). These moments remind us of the power of advocacy, equity, and culture in shaping leadership that lasts.
Celebrating Student Parents & Hispanic Heritage
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National Student Parent Month: We honor the 1 in 5 college students who are also raising children. This month is about amplifying their voices and advancing equity in higher education.
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Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 – Oct 15): A time to uplift and celebrate the cultures, contributions, and resilience of the Hispanic/Latino community. Expect special spotlights on our podcast and Hub content this month.
Hub Podcast Highlights
We’re continuing our commitment to centering equity and wellness with a podcast series focused on BIPOC Mental Health Awareness.
Latest Release: Tanisha Sanders, LCSW, Founder of TRS Counseling Services
Tanisha shares powerful insights from her work as a therapist supporting high performers who often carry invisible burdens. She sheds light on the unique challenges BIPOC communities face in accessing mental health care—and what leaders can do to cultivate environments where healing and thriving are possible.
This conversation is real, necessary, and full of practical takeaways for leaders, educators, and anyone striving to dismantle stigma and build cultures of care.
Listen to the first episode in the series here.
Coming September 30: A special episode featuring Alisha Small on advocacy, personal growth, and the student-parent journey.
Not subscribed yet? You’re missing the full behind-the-scenes leadership gems shared in each episode.
Our Founder Featured on Free-ish in Higher Education
We’re thrilled to share that our very own Dr. Ja’Bette Lozupone, founder & principal of Wishful Doing, was recently featured on the Free-ish in Higher Education podcast!
In this powerful conversation, Ja'Bette opens up about her journey as a leader in higher education and as an entrepreneur committed to advancing equity for student parents, women, and historically underserved communities. She and host Chelsea Talley dive into stories of resilience, innovation, and what it takes to reimagine systems that truly support all students.
Listen in for bold insights, authentic storytelling, and practical lessons you can carry into your own leadership journey.
Click here to listen to the episode.
Rooted and Rising Course – New Module Available!
We’re thrilled to announce the release of Module 3: Courageous Conversations and Conflict Management.
This module equips leaders with practical tools for clarity and sustainability, including trauma-informed boundary setting and strategies from top leadership experts.
Members can start today inside The Hub! Access the course here.
For Higher Ed & Nonprofits: Technical Assistance is Here
Maryland’s Pregnant & Parenting Student Support Act is changing the landscape for institutions. Wishful Doing is here to guide you with:
✔️ Compliance planning
✔️ Faculty/staff training
✔️ Student parent support strategies
Ready to turn compliance into culture change? Request Technical Assistance Today.
