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HBCU Leaders Unite to Address Threats to Black Education

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The summit was framed by the Southern Education Foundation's " Miles to Go" report, which documents persistent opportunity gaps facing Black students nationwide. Lucas, President and CEO of Virginia Union University, who emphasized VUU's commitment to spearheading innovative solutions for institutions and students.

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Report: Housing Crisis Threatens Student Parents' College Dreams

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The report documents how housing instability can lead to delays in speech and motor skills, emotional and behavioral issues, and educational setbacks. In the D.C. area alone, where housing costs are 69% higher than the national average, 13 Scholars needed emergency funding just to cover rent or mortgage payments in the current fiscal year.

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Report: Community Colleges Are Leaving Millions in Medicaid Funding on the Table

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Stewart previously served as the Secretary of Education for New Mexico and has inspired his thinking about how K-12 schools accessed student resources through Medicaid. The primary barrier colleges face when accessing this funding is a lack of information about its existence and whats required to obtain it. But that has to be funded.

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UW-Madison's Black Males in Engineering Video Series Wins Prestigious Telly Award 

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At its core, the initiative transforms complex academic research into practical, accessible resources that can be used by parents, K-12 teachers, and college advisors. The recognition comes at a time when higher education institutions are increasingly focused on improving diversity and retention in STEM fields.

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Florida Dreamers Seek Tuition Relief as Legislative Session Extends

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The organization recently released its 10-year impact report, "From Dreams to Destinations: A Decade of Immigrant Achievements and the Future Ahead," documenting how increased access to higher education catalyzes social mobility and positive outcomes for Dreamers and their communities. TheDream.US

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New Report Highlights Critical Role of HBCUs, TCUs, and MSIs in Student Success and Economic Mobility

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HBCUs, TCUs, and MSIs play a fundamental role in expanding access to higher education and economic opportunity," said ACE President Dr. Ted Mitchell. Despite facing significant resource constraints, these institutions consistently deliver strong outcomes, equipping students with the tools they need to thrive academically and professionally."

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Why HBCUs Are Ideal Partners for Advancing Early Childhood Education

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At Delaware State University, we embrace our legacy as a historic institution of access and excellence and are committed to continuing the path of being an engine of innovation. Analysts have documented a $12 billion disparity in funding between land-grant HBCUs and their non-HBCU peers, despite legal mandates for equal funding.

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