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Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson Lauded at Dr. John Hope Franklin Reception

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This award reflects your commitment to excellence in the spirit of courage and leadership that was held by Dr. Franklin and on behalf of ACE, and truly from my heart. Congratulations.” Jackson was the first African American woman to lead a top-ranked research university. Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson with Diverse co-founder Frank L.

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

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The final thing, in all honesty, I love leadership, I like being able to shape institutions and to have a plan and then carry it out and see the results,” she added. Among her current commitments is serving as a member of The Nature Conservancy’s global board of directors, a position she will hold until 2029.

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The Financial Impact of College Closures

College Planners of America

Smaller Candidate Pool: From 2025 to 2029, college enrollments are predicted to fall by more than 15% due to a smaller college-age population. Lower Return on Investment: 99.5 million Americans have a bachelor’s degree or higher, yet 73% of them have a job unrelated to their major.