Award winning artist, performer, educator and consultant. Former African American Studies professor specializing in diversity, inclusion, and integrity concepts for non-profit, arts, religious, and educational organizations. Grants and fellowships recipient: James and Sylvia Thayer Foundation, UCLA Institute of American Cultures, Puffin Foundation, and the Ella Fountain Pratt endowment. Award-winning radio host and producer covering race, women’s history, and resource access politics. Presents African American Spirituals and original theatre for audiences around the country. UCLA Grad with Master's degrees in African American Studies and English and a graduate certificate in History. Visit www.TaraLake.com