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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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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Working to Keep Minoritized Students Safe - Dr. Kaleb Briscoe

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Educational Leadership and Higher Education, University of NebraskaLincoln Career mentors: Dr. Brian McGowan, American University; Dr. Kimberly A. Her mentors at ASU, Briscoe says, truly encouraged her to understand the significance of education and valuing Black thought. Business Marketing, Albany State University; MBA.,

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Paradigm Shift: DEI, Anti-DEI, or Underrepresentation?

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This fundamental change reversed thinking about the equal protection clause under the 14th Amendment and galvanized states to reconsider their stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Having an advocate or mentor is critical. Establishing a cultural inclusivity and equity function on the board will illuminate these values.

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Delta College Is Meeting Students Where They Are With The Resources They Need

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

One can never be excellent when we’re trying to have a sense of belonging and inclusive culture because there will always be somebody that doesn’t feel they’re a part of it for whatever reason.” Over 200 students participated in the program’s first nine months and were mentored by Delta faculty and staff members. “The

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CUNY’s Black Male Initiative Marks 20 Years of Success Amid National DEI Pushbacks

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A 2024 study from the American Council on Education showed that despite Americas overall diversity increasing, and more students of color enrolling in undergraduate education than ever before, completion rates for Black and Brown students have remained stagnant. Three different populations. Now, we have over 8,000 students [in BMI programs.]

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What’s Working Outside the Classroom: New Insights on What’s Really Driving Success

Civitas Learning

While academic mentoring and coaching continued to show strong results, this year’s analysis from our partner institutions spotlighted notable gains in two key academic support areas: Academic Support Programs and Centers — 5.7 Download the 2025 Student Success Impact Report to read more about what our partner institutions uncovered in 2024.

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Is the Future of Black Excellence and Tradition at Our HBCUs Secure?

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

With the 2024 election fresh on our minds, it is fair to say that Vice President Kamala Harris, a graduate of Howard University and outspoken advocate of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), brought renewed attention to HBCUs during both her time in office and the presidential campaign.