Smith Examines Man’s Spiritual Relationship to
Historical Events
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a simple black dress and shoulder-length hair, Dr. Robin Smith could have passed
for any college coed. But Smith, who holds a Ph.D. in psychology and is a
nationally known television personality, was on the Campbell campus recently for
quite another purpose. A noted keynote speaker, she delivered an inspirational
address to Campbell students as part of the university’s celebration of Black
History Month.
Smith spoke of our responsibilities both as victims and as perpetrators of
crimes. Whether it is the crucifixion of Christ or the assassination of Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr., as human beings, we all share in the responsibility of
the crimes that have been committed throughout history. Our response to events,
including the petty problems of everyday life, determines our relationship to
God.
Smith noted that sometimes people try to crucify Christ again by the way in
which they respond to him. “We get trapped by our own egos and by the
expectations of others,” she said. “The tragedy, in a very basic way, is our
disconnection from God-through any number of biases such as racism, ego, or
sexism.”
Smith has worked as a national and local television correspondent and has
appeared on numerous news and entertainment television and radio programs,
including “The Today Show,” “Good Morning America, “The Early Show, MSNBC, CNBC,
and Fox News Channel to name a few. She also hosted her own news segments, “With
an Eye on Life” and “Ask Dr. Robin,” both guides to healthy living, on KYW-TV3
in Philadelphia. In addition, Smith’s credits include an award-winning
documentary on women and AIDS and several instructional videos on stress
management and other health-related issues.
She is a frequent guest speaker and lecturer for professional organizations,
churches, civic groups, and schools. Smith is the founder and president of the
consulting firm, Ordered Steps International, Inc. Some of Smith’s clients
include Johnson & Johnson, the Internal Revenue Service, Lockheed Martin, and
the Philadelphia Bar Association. She also consults with educational
institutions to improve learning opportunities for educators and students,
teaching academic and social empowerment strategies.
A graduate of LaSalle University, Smith earned a master’s degree from Eastern
Baptist Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. from Temple University. Her latest
book, “Inspirational Vitamins, a Guide to Personal Empowerment,” is now
available in bookstores and on the Internet.
The daughter of a physician and a psychiatric social worker, Smith developed a
desire to help others at an early age. “I watched my parents really reaching out
to other people and aiding them with their struggles and pain,” she said. “They
had friendships with whites, African Americans, and Jews. They learned to
navigate all worlds and embrace all cultural differences.”
Smith anticipates appearing on the “Oprah Winfrey Show” in the near future.
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