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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The mission of Excelencia in Education, founded in 2004 by Dr. Deborah A. The needs of freshmen are also carefully considered, with INSPIRE (Incoming Student Program for Inclusion, Retention and Excellence) as well as student support programs like EOP (Educational Opportunity Program) and EXCEL, which create strong networks of support.

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Pride in the Halls

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The joy has now turned to sadness as a new law in Texas has dismantled diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) offices and programs at publicly funded universities. Ongoing fight for inclusion A huge opportunity for UND undergraduates and graduate students is tapping into a vast alumni network.

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A Call to Action: Higher Education Must Implement Culturally Responsive Mental Health Practices

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

News survey revealed that 70% of 3,649 students struggled with mental health since starting college. Mental health is synonymous with psychological wellness, a multidimensional construct involving satisfaction and balance among mind, body, and spirit (Myers & Sweeney, 2005). A recent U.S. Dance (e.g.,

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“A Million Miles Away” watch party with José Hernández

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Your belief was well-founded, as in 2004, I was selected as an astronaut. When I became an astronaut in 2004, I realized I’d become an instant role model, and I embraced that role. I was even honored with the TRIO Achiever Award in 2001, before my astronaut selection.

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Suicide Prevention Advocacy on College Campuses

Timely MD

Now is the time to learn how to make a positive impact on the mental wellness of students and carry that strategy for health and wellness throughout the year. 46% of people who die by suicide had a diagnosed mental health condition. 90% may have experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.

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Suicide Prevention Advocacy on College Campuses

Timely MD

Now is the time to learn how to make a positive impact on the mental wellness of students and carry that strategy for health and wellness throughout the year. 46% of people who die by suicide had a diagnosed mental health condition. 90% may have experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.