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So you think you know me? Privilege, Poverty & Change | John Miles | TEDxWoffordCollege

399 views · Published 27 November 2018 · 12:00 · Indexed 20 September 2026

Channel: TEDx Talks · 2018 · Nonprofits & Activism

In his talk, Dr. John Miles shares his experience of growing up as a white male in poverty, and how people make so many assumptions and judgments based on what they can see about a person. John Miles is the Dean of the Center for Innovation and Learning, Associate Professor of English, SACSCOC Liaison, and Director for Institutional Effectiveness. After finishing his PhD in Rhetoric and Composition at the University of New Mexico, John began his career at Wofford as the Director of the Writing Center, working on Writing Across the Curriculum initiatives. His work in the CIL centers on helping new faculty members develop reflective teaching practices, as well as assisting current faculty members and groups to develop courses and assignments that align their values with their practices. In terms of research these days, John is interested in how ePortfolios shape student perceptions of writing and faculty perceptions of teaching. When he’s not working, John cooks, coaches soccer, teaches yoga, and somehow finds time to compete in triathlons. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

So you think you know me? Privilege, Poverty & Change | John Miles | TEDxWoffordCollege

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