Jeffrey O. G. Ogbar - Teachers Make a Difference: Ms. Thompson, Dr. Barksdale & Dr. Davis

The speaker reflects on the significant impact of their kindergarten teacher, Jackie Thompson, who fostered intellectual curiosity and set a high standard for teaching. Despite encountering less effective teachers afterward, the speaker found inspiration again in college at Morehouse, where professors like Dr. Marcellus Barksdale and Dr. Leroy Davis played pivotal roles. Dr. Davis's teaching led the speaker to switch majors to history, while Dr. Barksdale prepared them for graduate school. The speaker aspires to emulate Dr. Barksdale's teaching excellence.

What influence did Doctor Leroy Davis have on the speaker's academic path?

What did the speaker strive to become after their experiences with impactful teachers?