Jamia Davis

Dr. Jamia Davis is an Instructor of Communication at Richard Bland College (RBC), holding positions within the Learner Success Team for Honors/Promise Scholars and advising the Speech and Debate Team. She previously taught at institutions including University of Phoenix, Central Texas College, and John Tyler Community College, specializing in courses like Human Communication and Public Speaking.

• Education: B.A. from Norfolk State University (2006), M.Ed. from Lasell College (2015), anticipated Ph.D. in Education from Northcentral University (2022)

Her research focuses on diversity equity inclusion (DEI) practices in higher education and pandemic-era instructional challenges in rural/Title I schools. Dr. Davis develops curricular modules to help faculty integrate DEI principles and studies barriers faced by economically disadvantaged students during the shift to online learning. Her doctoral work examines solutions for equitable education delivery in crisis scenarios.

Professional involvement includes creating resources for faculty to address systemic inequities and advocating for student success in underserved communities.