Boris Hines is an author, educator, researcher and advocate who received his Master of Arts in Community Psychology and Social Change from Penn State University. He was a Bunton-Waller scholarship recipient, research assistant and teacher assistant for the institution while earning his degree. He has lectured on many topics for various organizations including the Society for the Study of Social Problems. His written works include Reformism versus Radicalism, PenSword Passages Poetry for the Soul and Thoughts on Raising a Child in Urban America. He can be contacted via email at borishines81@gmail.com for bookings and facilitation engagements.