This episode of Strength in the Midst of Change features Alvin Thomas, Assistant Professor at the School of Human Ecology, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and the first male to ever receive a CEW+ scholarship. Dr. Thomas shares why he decided to pursue his work and research on the positive development of African-American boys and the role of father involvement. Make sure to listen to the end to hear his hope for those listening to this podcast today.