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How the Work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Though the phraseology of diversity, equity, and inclusion was not expressly used in the way that it currently is during Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s s lifetime, I contend that King's life and work were, in large part, about the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Empowering Change: Four Key Strategies for Supporting Student Affairs Administrators in the New Affirmative Action Landscape

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Zoom) communities of practice that allow administrators to work collaboratively to reflect on best practices and implement appropriate strategies. Collaboration among various departments, including academic affairs, student affairs, and equity and diversity offices, ensures a comprehensive approach to student and administrator support.

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Google Continues its Investment in HBCUs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

By supporting these institutions, we move closer to unlocking sustainable equity for the next generation of diverse tech talent and meaningfully expand pathways to the tech industry,” said Google Chief Diversity Officer Melonie Parker. The $1 million gift to Morehouse will support the construction of the new Morehouse College Student Center.

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Morehouse Joins Initiative to Bring College Courses to Disadvantaged High Schoolers

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It's one of the new offerings coordinated by the National Education Equity Lab, an educational justice nonprofit that brings credit-bearing college courses into Title I and Title I-eligible high schools, at which large numbers of students come from families with little money. More partnerships are currently being explored.

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The Impact of Affirmative Action on the Mental Health of College Students of Color

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The report underscores the importance of creating engaging and welcoming environments in higher education settings that recognize racial trauma, engender trust, and foster collaboration across departments that support student well-being. Dr. Annelle B. Primm is the Steve Fund’s Senior Medical Director.

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The Council for Opportunity in Education Announces New Partnership with the Institute of International Education Center for Access and Equity

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The Council for Opportunity in Education Announces New Partnership with the Institute of International Education Center for Access and Equity February 26, 2024 — by Terrance L. Explore our collaborative initiatives to broaden access to international education and unlock transformative experiences for diverse student populations.

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Admins Look to Walk the Walk on Anti-Racism at NCORE

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In the meantime, the workshop leaders introduced participants to the concept of an equity framework, or a way of developing anti-racist practices on personal, professional, and institutional levels. She spoke about the frustration of working with people who would consider themselves anti-racist but make her equity work more difficult.

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