Being a Southern African American woman, I am deeply invested in the racial, socio-economic, and educational landscapes within the South. I want to use my academic knowledge and work experiences to tell untold stories and create awareness that leads to long-lasting and impactful change within the region. I am fully dedicated to capturing and preserving lived experiences and cultural histories through mixed media, photography, and video. Combining my gaze with personal and historical insights, I strive to highlight perspectives that enlighten, educate, and enrich others by telling stories using archival materials, like photos, letters, and journals, mixed media art, photography, and film. My ultimate mission is to create compelling visual narratives that connect the past to the present, evoke emotions, and inspire personal reflection.

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MIXED MEDIA

FURTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS

2025

New Roster Artist – Mississippi Arts Commission

39th National Child Nutrition Conference – Dr. Hawkins presented “CACFP Archeology: How ICN Preserves the Past to Nourish the Future.”

4th Annual Faculty & Graduate Student Forum on Race & Ethnicity – Dr. Hawkins presented “Palimpsests of Strength: Examining Resilience Among Southern African American Women.”