Pathway to the (Y)- Dr. Illya Davis
Episode description
Today Dr. Illya Davis shares his vision and philosophies on connecting with others. Dr. Davis serves as the Dean of first-year students and Transition Programs and professor of philosophy at Morehouse College. The conversation today is uplifting and thought-provoking. You will want to experience this episode of (Y) Connect.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [1:40] Dr. Davis reveals his personal story connected to the YMCA
- [3:50] Mentorship of students
- [7:02] The importance of keeping abreast of the interests of those you want to serve — another way of connecting
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- When your goal is to connect with others, and when you want to maximize the humanity of another individual; you will see the importance of putting their needs ahead of yours.
- It is essential to be honest with yourself. When you are honest with yourself it allows for honesty with others. Connection to other individuals starts with knowing and being honest with who you are.
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BIOGRAPHY:
Illya Eliphis Davis serves as the Dean of first-year students and Transition Programs and professor of philosophy at Morehouse College. He is a 1989 philosophy graduate of Morehouse College. He pursued a Masters's degree in Religion and Culture at Harvard University and doctoral studies at The University of Chicago in Philosophy of Religion. He has published on the political thought of former Morehouse College president, Dr. Benjamin E. Mays, African American Religious Experiences, Black fraternities, and sororities, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. He teaches and researches Africana Philosophy and Race, philosophy of language, and philosophy of religion. He is the proud father of two young ladies, Ilan—a senior at Spelman College, and Anya—a first-year at Spelman College. He is a member of The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated.