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A Legacy of Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

After attending Murray State University in Kentucky, Bumphus began his career in higher education as a director of residence halls at his alma mater, where he discovered his passion for student development. As chancellor of Louisiana’s community college system, he navigated the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.

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Why Students of Color Should Study Foreign Languages

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Beginning with the first contact with a foreign language, students develop a new perception of reality. Americans fluent in other languages improve global communication, enhance our economic competitiveness abroad, and maintain our political security. The benefits to society are many. Dr. Reginald A.

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A Call to Action: Higher Education Must Implement Culturally Responsive Mental Health Practices

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Arrangements can be made within the community or minority student organizations to create communication channels for carpools or shared rides. This may make accessing support like food banks or religious services difficult.

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Getting an MBA for international students in the U.S.

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These electives allow students to specialize in their chosen MBA field, exposing them to business administration theory and practice. This helps students develop critical strategic decision-making skills in real-world scenarios using practical learning activities and simulated consulting projects to reinforce concepts.

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Funding at Risk: How AANAPISI Programs Transform Student Lives

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Student Angelyca Sarrol says the program has given her a place to focus on my studies while also learning more about my culture. A communication major, Sarrol hopes to transfer to a California State University system school in fall of 2025. He published his fi ndings in a 2024 study for The Review of Higher Education.

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Skills Trump GPA: Employers Seek Problem-Solving, Teamwork in New Grad Hires

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Problem-solving abilities, teamwork experience, and communication skills are the top qualities recruiters look for when hiring recent college graduates, according to new research from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). Over three-quarters of employers specifically seek evidence of strong communication abilities.

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Recruiters, Students Differ on New Grad Career Readiness

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

National Association of Colleges and Employers New grads and employers agree on what student proficiencies are necessary — graduating seniors ranked communication, critical thinking, and teamwork as the three most important competencies for a job candidate to develop to be considered career ready on a 2023 NACE student survey.

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