Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

These gaps persist across California's entire higher education system, from community colleges to the University of California. The California State University system shows better results, with 62% of students completing bachelor's degrees within six years, while the University of California leads with an 86% completion rate.

Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In a bold move to address the stark underrepresentation of minorities and women in school district leadership, Southern University A&M College has established the Academy for Current and Aspiring Superintendents, a comprehensive program aimed at preparing the next generation of K-12 educational leaders. The benefits are far-reaching."

Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 16, 2025

Pollard, currently president of Nevada State University, will assume leadership this fall. As the voice of more than 1,000 community colleges nationwide, AACC advocates for institutions that provide educational access to over 10 million diverse students. Pollard's impressive career has demonstrated that she is a leader among leaders."

Community college

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 16, 2025

Smothers In a powerful response to growing challenges facing Black students and institutions, Virginia Union University (VUU) recently convened over 250 educational leaders for an urgent national summit addressing the state of Black education in America. The virtual B.L.A.C. You cannot be selectively horrified," Harper told attendees. "The

Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 17, 2025

Mary’s College of Maryland’s seventh president and the first Black woman to hold the title, is reflecting on 11 years of service, feeling pride in her commitment to equity and the college’s continued growth. One of Jordan’s proudest achievements: building a liberal arts education model that is innovative and accessible to all. “We

Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 22, 2025

As universities across the country sign lucrative contracts with artificial intelligence companies, faculty members are being left out of critical decisions that directly impact their work and student learning, according to a new report from the American Association of University Professors.

Faculty

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 7, 2025

Roshaunda Breeden never expected to become a faculty member at North Carolina State University (NC State), the very same institution where her journey in higher education began. It feels like a dream come true, says Breeden, who is an assistant professor of higher education opportunity, equity, and justice at NC State.

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 18, 2025

Dr. Joseph Bouie Jr The Southern University System Board of Supervisors has appointed Dr. Joseph Bouie Jr. as the new chancellor of Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO), marking a remarkable full-circle moment for the institution and its incoming leader. in administration and planning from Clark Atlanta University.

University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 30, 2025

Hunt This spring, the three of us proudly earned our doctoral degrees while serving as directors of federally funded TRIO programs in the Office of Academic Opportunity Programs (AOP) at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). Our research: centering equity and access Our research is firmly rooted in practice.

First generation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 26, 2025

Title: Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, Jeannine Rainbolt College of Education, University of Oklahoma Age: 38 Education: B.S., Business Marketing, Albany State University; MBA., Albany State University; M.S., Student Affairs and Higher Education, Indiana State University; Ph.D.,

Mentoring

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 6, 2025

Chavous, currently vice provost for equity and inclusion and chief diversity officer at the University of Michigan, brings more than 25 years of experience as a scholar, researcher, and academic administrator to the position. "At Chavous will become its new executive director, effective August 11, 2025, replacing Dr. Felice J.

Educational research

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 11, 2025

Colleges and universities across the country are preparing to celebrate the legacy of a civil rights icon who championed integration and transformed Americas Rev. In fact, some college leaders say that with the continued attack on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, now is the time more than ever to remember Kings contributions.

Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 23, 2025

million students enrolled in colleges and universities. With the demise of affirmative action, threats to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives (DEI), and policies in higher education there might not be an immediate increase in the number of Black men seeking to enroll in higher education. or a little over 850,000 of the 18.6

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

To earn the Seal of Excelencia a college or university must demonstrate an intentional, institutional focus on advancing Latino student success by aligning data and practice. Colleges and universities that have received the Seal of Excelencia enroll 17% of Latino students in the U.S. and graduate 19%.

Retention

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 8, 2025

Brian Burt A groundbreaking video series designed to support Black boys and men in STEM education has earned national recognition, highlighting the University of Wisconsin-Madison's commitment to diversity and inclusion in engineering fields.

STEM education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 27, 2025

As their numbers have surged to over 600 institutions, representing 20% of all colleges and universities nationwide, HSIs now enroll and advise two-thirds of all Latino undergraduates. These practices allow them to receive ample access to resources and opportunities that support their pursuit of higher education.

Academic advisor

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 8, 2024

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). Establishing a cultural inclusivity and equity function on the board will illuminate these values. Dr. Margaretta B. Dr. Carl B. Dr. Terry A.

Inclusion

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Sally Chen By mobilizing the model minority myth, which portrays Asian Americans as universally high-achieving students, SFFA created a cover for its anti-civil rights agenda. Beyond the media smokescreen, Asian American and NHPI students face a diverse range of challenges on the road to college access and success.

Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 6, 2025

Setty, who currently serves as dean of the City University of New York (CUNY) School of Law, will bring her extensive experience in legal education and commitment to diversity to the organization. Burke added that "Sudha's accomplishments and skill set as a dean and faculty member fit well with the aspirations of LSAC in its next chapter."

Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 5, 2025

While a post-secondary degree, even a two-year degree, increases earning potential and social access, substantial benefits that lead to sustainable personal gains greatly depend on a variety of factors. Increasing options for obtaining education have not necessarily equated to increased access to education.

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 28, 2025

As a sociology professor at a public university, Ive watched with concern as public trust in science and expertise has eroded. The CDCs study represents the best of public-facing science: its evidence-based, transparent, and focused on improving equity. Its a win for public health, for special education, and for racial equity.

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 21, 2025

introduced legislation Wednesday that would make public colleges and universities tuition-free for approximately 95% of American students, in what supporters call the most significant higher education investment in six decades. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) This isn't the first attempt to pass such legislation.

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 20, 2025

From the rise of anti-DEI rhetoric to the elimination of critical educator preparation grants and the erosion of support for education research at the Institute of Education Sciences (IES), the pattern is clear: dismantle the very systems designed to ensure equity and opportunity in education. The damage is already being felt.

Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 4, 2025

While community colleges play a crucial role in providing accessible and affordable education to diverse student populations, many still struggle to fully accommodate students with disabilities, according to insights from community college students, faculty, and higher education experts. Its not innate for everyone, says Trent.

Inclusion

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 26, 2025

25, Moorea Distinguished Professor of Urban Education at The Ohio State University (OSU) and executive director of the Todd Anthony Bell National Resource Centerwas awarded the Order of the Palmetto South Carolinas highest civilian honor established in 1971. Moore III trailblazers whose influence shaped his path to distinction. since 2018.

Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

I didn’t understand why everybody didn’t have access. And I was determined to have access,” says Williams. Williams’s parents had met during their time at Southern and A&M College, a historically Black college and university (HBCU) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Tapping into access became a deliberate decision.

Placement

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Last May, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Board of Governors voted to eliminate all diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) offices. He's earned degrees from Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro and the University of Oregon, where he obtained his Ph.D. million in spending cuts.

Inclusion

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 14, 2025

My doctoral dissertation was on motivating at-risk students through creating a sense of belonging, and my focus on equity and social justice work is not just an academic pursuit, who I am defines how I do the work of college president. I am a responsible steward of public funds, an enabler of equity, and a lover of knowledge.

Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 31, 2025

College and university administrators should be strategic about how they respond to government attempts to root out diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives (DEI) on campus. Chancler spoke of how various programs and initiatives at her university have been rebranded in the wake of efforts to push DEI out of higher education.

Mathematics

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 9, 2025

Department of Education to immediately finalize the Civil Rights Data Collection for the 2025-26 school year, warning that delays could jeopardize a critical federal tool for monitoring educational equity. Under federal law, data collections must undergo a 30-day public comment period followed by Office of Management and Budget review.

Educational research

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 27, 2025

Central to this narrative are Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), institutions established to educate and empower African Americans in the face of systemic exclusion. These colleges and universities became centers for learning, leadership, and resistance against systemic oppression.

Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Dr. Michael Gavin Delta College is a two-year public community college in University Center, Michigan. Delta’s Guiding Pillars: Equity and Completion Led by Gavin, the Delta faculty and staff are focused on two key pillars: equity and completion. And that’s carried me all the way to this presidency,” he adds.

Mentoring

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 5, 2025

Paola (Lola) Esmieu is a strategic leader in higher education, dedicated to institutional growth, access, and equity-driven initiatives. Esmieu previously held leadership roles at the University of Pennsylvania and Rutgers University, directing national programs that supported minority-serving institutions. and M.S.Ed.

Communication

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Legacy admissions has an even more corrosive influence: It widens equity gaps in higher education. The research suggests that access to affordable child care can improve persistence and graduation for students raising children. The lack of it is a major driver of college stopouts.

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Davis, an associate professor in the Department of Elementary Education at Florida A&M University, attests to the success of ELEVATE after taking advantage of the program’s benefits to aid in her own career. “As That’s why professional development and mentorship play a critical role in fostering a diverse and dynamic faculty at MSIs.”

Faculty

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 27, 2025

HBCUs, TCUs, and MSIs play a fundamental role in expanding access to higher education and economic opportunity," said ACE President Dr. Ted Mitchell.

Student success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 9, 2025

This downgrade is not an isolated incident; instead, it is the culmination of destabilizing factors, including funding cuts and the dismantling of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, which are transforming the environment surrounding U.S. higher education.

Higher education