Dr. Benjamin C. Jenkins, a National Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, stands out in the field of Rehabilitation and Counseling Education and Research, holding the esteemed position of associate professor and Chair of Advanced Clinical and Education Programs Department at Western New Mexico University (a Hispanic-serving institution). His impressive background is fortified by a Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Counseling from The University of Texas-Pan American (Now UTRGV - the largest HSI in the United States). Dr. Jenkins' influential career, marked by over a decade of dedication, has been pivotal in reshaping rehabilitation and counseling practices and education. His leadership has revolutionized program curricula, accreditation, and faculty development, emphasizing accessibility, inclusivity and excellence. Renowned for his research on the impact of disability within families, particularly among Hispanic communities, Dr. Jenkins has significantly contributed to academic literature, enhancing the counseling profession's body of knowledge and practice.