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How Colleges Across the Nation are Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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In fact, some college leaders say that with the continued attack on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, now is the time more than ever to remember Kings contributions. A leader of the Detroit chapter of the NAACP, Johnson passed away in 2011. and this year is no different.

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The Slow but Steady Rise of Women in Higher Education Leadership

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This increase, while notable, also highlights the persistent challenges that remain in achieving true gender equity at the highest levels of academia. In 2011, when she joined Colorado College as a postdoctoral fellow, she faced significant social challenges as a Black woman from Washington, D.C.,

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Leading With Purpose: Reflections on My Journey and Tenure at HACC

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When I assumed the presidency of HACC in 2011, I was entrusted with guiding our beloved institution through a period of profound transformation. The challenges were many, including navigating a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic.

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Empowering Community Colleges Through AI: A New Era of Access and Economic Mobility

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Since Apple introduced Siri, its voice-controlled software, in October 2011, consumers have begun normalizing interactions with narrow AI. Community Colleges Are Well Positioned Historically, equity and inclusion in higher education have been shaped by various legislation and milestones that improved learner access in America.

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Where is the Love? Compassionate Pedagogy is Needed Now More Than Ever Before

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Ford This concept stems from Richie Neil Haos (2011) research on critical compassionate pedagogy, which draws on Freires conceptualization of critical pedagogy (e.g., CARE (compassion, advocacy, respect, equity) and compassion go hand-in-hand. Understanding Compassionate Pedagogy Dr. Donna Y. Pedagogy of the Oppressed ). Dr. Erik M.

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Supporting Counselor Trainees and Practitioners in the Wake of Racial Trauma

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Solutions for equity and emotional wellness To foster inclusive and resilient training environments, counseling programs and clinical sites must take intentional steps: • Curriculum Reform: Integrate racial trauma, identity development, and systemic oppression into core coursework — not just isolated diversity lectures. link] Smith, W.

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The Persistent 'Bamboo Ceiling': AAPI Leaders Still Rare Among College Presidents

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That was the figure in 2011, for instance, and it was not significantly different in 2006 nor 25 years before the latter. He worked as a Boeing research engineer in the 1960s, at times participating in civil rights and equity efforts. In the 2022 study, African Americans made up 13.2% The study is conducted every five years or so.