“Dr. Pendleton, Thank you for helping me to become an educated woman filled with integrity, humility, and love for others. Because of the voice you helped me to discover, I am working diligently to eradicate poverty in my family. Thank you for believing in me. I don’t know where I would be today if you hadn’t shown me that education and success were available to me.”

– B. Taylor

“Dr. Veda Pendleton”= Game changer. Thank you for helping me through college. You were there with an encouraging, unbiased word.“

– J. Reed

“So much of who I am as an educator and what I believe about excellence is because of you.”

– K. Franklin

“Dr. Pendleton is inclusive in her approaches and interactions with others. She firmly believes in diversity in many forms and takes every opportunity to enhance the acceptance of others, regardless of their background. Because of her leadership skills, everyone in her department has made a more concerted effort to give minority applicants equitable consideration.“

– G. Jones

“You have left a mark on so many people. I am thankful our paths crossed.”

– D. Jones

“V. Pendleton = Game changer.”

– J. R Moss, classroom teacher

“V. Pendleton = Game changer.”

– J. R Moss, classroom teacher

“Thank you for your guidance and inspiration.”

– K. Brown, classroom teacher

“I loved how Veda made us all feel comfortable immediately! and her personal stories put everyone at ease, feeling encouraged to talk honestly.”

– Implicit Bias Workshop attendee, March 2023