WINDSOR, Canada – Dr. Camisha Sibblis, a Canadian with Jamaican heritage, has been appointed director of the Black Research Institute (BSI) on the College of Windsor in Ontario.
A press release from the college confirmed her appointment, which got here one yr after Sibblis joined its Division of Sociology and Criminology.
Dr. Camisha Sibblis
“I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Sibblis to this important position. Her exceptional abilities/experience and in depth expertise can be instrumental in guaranteeing that our Black college students and students not solely succeed but additionally lead of their respective fields,” stated Dr. Shanthi Johnson, vice-president of Analysis and Innovation on the College of Windsor.
Sibblis, who was born in Toronto, is the daughter of reggae legend Leroy Sibbles, finest referred to as lead singer/bass guitarist of The Heptones. She earned levels in philosophy and social work from the College of Toronto and York College, respectively.
Her Masters in social work program can also be from York College. Sibblis earned her doctorate in training and social work, additionally from York College.
She believes her put up as head of the BSI transcends teachers.
“This put up, for me as a Black particular person and a Black girl, is a chance to guide and create the circumstances for the success of different Black students, and to contribute to altering the best way that the world understands Pan-African and Diasporic Black life and scholarship by means of analysis,” she informed South Florida Caribbean Information.
Previous to becoming a member of the workers at College of Windsor, Sibblis lectured at Sheridan School and York College, specializing in social work, human rights and male-female relationships.
