Roxanne A. Donovan

Dr. Roxanne Donovan is a clinical psychologist, professor of psychological sciences, and certified yoga teacher. She brings an intersectional lens rooted in liberation to her work, publishing and presenting extensively on the role of gendered racism in the life outcomes of Black women and other women of color. Her two co-authored books, TEACHING DIVERSITY RELATIONALLY and UNRAVELING ASSUMPTIONS, apply psychological and social justice frameworks to the teaching and learning of diversity. Her popular “Wellness Wednesday” newsletter focuses on helping faculty of color and other scholars design purpose-driven lives of meaning, fulfillment, and vitality (wellacademic.com). Integrated with her professional roles are her rich and multilayered identities as spouse, mama, sister, and auntie.