Asif Wilson, assistant professor Curriculum & Instruction, has been named the recipient of the 2026 William H. Watkins Award through the Society of Professors in Education (SPE).
This award honors Dr. William H. Watkins and his commitment to freedom and self-determination through over 40 years of educational activism and scholarship focused on the lived experiences of the African diaspora in the United States. More specifically, Dr. Watkins’ illustrious career was a commitment to curriculum study, community/solidarity, socio-political and class issues, and culture in his activism/scholarship/mentorship. The recipient of this award exemplifies these qualities.
Wilson was honored at the SPE conference, which took place during the AERA conference in Los Angeles, CA.
