Abstract
Dr. Hood was the first culturally responsive evaluation oral historian. For justice, culture, and equity to be mainstreamed, he understood that these concepts must be conveyed in multiple formats, settings, and arenas. He authentically brought what had been in the minds, hearts, tongues, and work of many before him to the written word—he expanded and authenticated history. We, the volume editors, have taken a cue from Dr. Hood’s astute observations about the nature of history. As such, we connect CRE’s past, present, and future and set the stage for this volume by sharing a living history and sentiments as told by contemporary CRE scholars.