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Beyond Implicit and Explicit Bias: A Transformative Guide for Educational Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In her timely and important book Beyond Implicit and Explicit Bias: Strategies for Healing the Root Causes of Inequity in Education , Dr. ClauDean ChiNaka Kizart offers a comprehensive roadmap for educators committed to creating more equitable learning environments. The books greatest strength lies in its practicality.

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Historical Book about Conservatives and Campus Wars Has Relevance in 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The book “complicates our understanding of right-wing backlash as populist, since the narrators within were college students at a time when higher education was inaccessible to most,” writes Shepherd. His money and influence helped to topple the presidency of Harvard’s first Black president, Dr. Claudine Gay.

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Illuminating Asian American Narratives in Literature and Academia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Entering college with plans to pursue law or science in accordance with my parents wishes and their vision of what constitutes a successful future, she found herself increasingly drawn to English courses that fueled my intellectual curiosity and gave me the tools to think more critically about the world around me.

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Black and Indian: Reconciling Dual Identities in Higher Education Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Beyond the countless Pow Wows we attended over the years, Mom insisted we read books on our culture, and even (without much success) attempted to teach us some of our tribal language. We all thrive in educational spaces when the conditions to enable success are meticulously crafted.

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Book Review: The Future of Black Leadership in Higher Education: Firsthand Experiences and Global Impact

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The Future of Black Leadership in Higher Education: Firsthand Experiences and Global Impact is an excellent book that answers the question, what does it take to succeed as a Black professional in higher education leadership? The main strength of The Future of Black Leadership in Higher Education lies in its format as an edited book.

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From Small-Town Roots to National Honor: SC Native Receives State's Highest Award

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Moores journey to success is one he attributes to the steadfast support of his mother and the historical Dr. James L. He has co-authored seven books and more than 160 publications, secured nearly $40 million in funding, and delivered more than 200 scholarly presentations globally. On Saturday, Jan. since 2018.

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A Legacy of Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

His current focus includes what he calls “AACC 5.0,” an effort to amplify successful programs with new initiatives he hopes to unveil by August 2025. When asked about the personal qualities that made him successful, Bumphus emphasizes listening—truly hearing people and putting himself in their position to understand what support they need.