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Marist College Announces Historic Transition to University Status

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Marist College, the private school in Poughkeepsie, New York, has announced it will become Marist University effective later this month, marking a significant milestone in its nearly century-long history. The timing of the transition is particularly meaningful as Marist approaches its centennial in 2029. President Dr. Kevin C.

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Mapping the Legacy of RPI's First African American Woman Leader

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Jackson, a member of Delta Sigma Theta, had a sorority sister drive her to the airport following a visit to Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania. Jackson and a few other African American students came together and created a list of recommendations that was submitted to administration and prompted the formation of a task force.

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Omnibus Bill Offers Financial Boosts, Compromises

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

One such compromise involved the Pell Grant, which President Biden had proposed increasing by over $2,000, part of a plan to double the maximum award by 2029. One such compromise involved the Pell Grant, which President Biden had proposed increasing by over $2,000, part of a plan to double the maximum award by 2029.