Scholars of Color- Rhett Burden

What is Scholars of Color?

It is a platform in which scholars of color are purposefully celebrated. It’s a space where scholars of color are showcased front and center. It is a digital space where we feel empowered and resilient. Let us get to know each other. Let us cheer each other on AND show the world what we have to offer.

Let us now welcome Rhett Burden to the Scholars of Color space!

Name: Rhett Burden

Location: San Francisco, California

Gender Pronouns: He, Him, His

What's your current occupation? (i.e. Student, Scientist, Coach, In transition, etc.): College Administrator

Without positions or titles, how would you describe yourself?: I would describe myself as an energetic lover of life and motivated self-starter

What are you passionate about?: I'm passionate about my family, community, and legacy building

What does the representation of Scholars of Color mean to you?: It means that we carry the weight and responsibility of showcasing the power of representation

If people are interested in getting connected to you, how can they?: Email: rburden@academyart.edu / LinkedIn: Rhett Burden

Anything else you would like us to know?: I love the Duke Bluedevils, LeBron James, and Money

Thank you Rhett for sharing space with us!

Stay tuned everyone for more Scholars of Color profiles. Interested in being showcased yourself? Please email the Scholars of Color team at scholarsofcolor@reclaimingyourhappiness.com and we will get back to you shortly.