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Study Finds that Promise Program Still Leaves Racial Gaps

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“We’re already seeing certain states and institutions question the legality and fairness of race-based scholarships in the last week,” said Collier, an assistant professor of higher and adult education at the University of Memphis, referring to the University of Missouri system's decision to drop grants specifically for minoritized students.

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2023 Seal of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) supports first-generation, low-income students, 81% of whom are Latino, in overcoming social and economic barriers to higher education. Current enrollment is 8,000 students with around 61% in semester credit courses and 39% pursuing adult education. Dr. Janine E.

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