Dr. Paul C. Harris is an educator empowering teachers and students for a brighter future
My Background
“My passion is to help all people, with emphasis on Black communities, discover and deploy their God-given talents”
B.S.Ed. in Health & Physical Education
with a concentration in Sports Medicine
University of Virginia
Master’s of Education
in School Counseling
University of Virginia
Ph.D. in Counselor Education
University of Maryland
Master’s of Divinity
Virginia Union University
Research to Practice
Dr. Harris’ areas of expertise are anchored in his experience as a high school counselor, teacher, scholar, and pastor, and broadly focuses on three areas:
Focus 1
The academic, emotional, and career development of K-20 students and adults, with emphasis on Black communities
Focus 2
The identity development process of Black male student-athletes; and 3) Cultivating diversity, equity, and inclusion in organizations.
Focus 3
Cultivating diversity, equity, and inclusion in organizations.
Paul is presently a fellow in the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) SEL Fellows Academy.
He also currently serves on the Senior Advisory Board for The Professional Counselor journal.
Previously, he served as president of the Virginia School Counselor Association and as a member of the Board of Directors for the American School Counselor Association.
Projects
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Ready Athletes
Ready Athletes is a mobile application comprised of informational messages that support the college and career readiness for all athletes, particularly Black athletes.
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Build it.
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.