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Making Math More Equitable

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“We see how introductory courses like Calculus play a unique role as a gateway or barrier for racially minoritized students in terms of access to STEM majors and careers,” he says. “We mathematics education; and Ph.D., Ford envisions him having an impact on recruitment and retention. He’s bringing innovative approaches.

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Pride in the Halls

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The goal was to bring new and exciting events and speakers that were accessible to students and to build awareness and provide some educational and engaging programming and resources that would offer a sense of community and belonging to our students,” says Roth. There is also still a lack of LGBTQ focused academic classes.”

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Tribal Colleges and Universities Seek Greater Recognition and Funding

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Experts hope that, with more flexible funding, TCUs will be more easily able to not only support their students, but recruit and retain more faculty and expand programs that serve regional needs. Faculty have been known to buy a student’s textbooks if the student cannot afford them. There’s a drive in the U.S.

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Black Men’s Mental Health Addressed During Black Men’s Research Institute Symposium

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He also addressed utilizing evidence-based issues like homelessness and systemic barriers for people without access to mental health physicalities, recognizing trauma as a public health issue, and reframing the language in mental health through early detection screenings and in-person community screening events. “The

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Mizzou Grad Student Aspires to Inspire the Underrepresented in STEM

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Gilyot calls his position as the graduate student coordinator of STEM Cubs at the university “one of the major highlights of the last three years.” STEM Cubs is designed to engage students “historically underrepresented in STEM education and career fields,” according to the university website.

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The Right Formula

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Gilyot calls his position as the graduate student coordinator of STEM Cubs at the university “one of the major highlights of the last three years.” STEM Cubs is designed to engage students “historically underrepresented in STEM education and career fields,” according to the university website.

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Championing Student Success

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Undergraduate LAs operate as part of an instructional team, supporting both students and faculty to create more inclusive, learner-centered classrooms that improve student and faculty success. At FSU, the program has also worked to increase access to STEM majors. “My The concept is quite simple.