Leslie Blair

Leslie is an experienced communicator working more than 30 years in higher education. She masterfully tells stories to elevate the identities and experiences of historically underrepresented communities. For the last ten years she's strengthened The University of Texas at Austin's commitment to supporting marginalized communities particularly in high-profile cases the the Fisher vs UT Supreme Court Case and the removal of Confederate statues on campus. She offers an important voice in the world of communications, challenging traditional practices.



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