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Ezeonu earned her doctorate in educational leadership with an emphasis in the community college from Seattle University, a masters degree in communication from Washington State University, and a bachelors degree in communication/public relations from Washington State University.

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Lowery-Hart shared three elements required to transform institutional framework for leadership that’s built on love: culture, impact, and communication. That means incorporating the new culture of care into the budget, structure, organizational charts and job descriptions at the university. Leading transformation is scary.

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After more than four years as president of York College, City University of New York, in January 2024 she became the ninth president of California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA), the first woman to serve in the position. “I

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Colleges and universities across the country are preparing to celebrate the legacy of a civil rights icon who championed integration and transformed Americas Rev. Seton Hall University in New Jersey, decided to revamp their annual MLK program a few years ago, citing the need for change amid a challenging political climate.

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As Chief of Staff at Paul Quinn College, she provides strategic oversight of enrollment, communications, and institutional priorities. 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.

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Bellisario College of Communications at Pennsylvania State University since 2014 and has been a member of the Penn State faculty since 2003, was announced as the 10th president of Quinnipiac University in Connecticut. in mass communication from the University of Georgia, an M.A.

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While this is not a program specific to Native Americans, the state’s four tribal colleges are eligible institutions along with Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and all University of Minnesota campuses. Communication is key on how the funding works to benefit students.” Dr. Gresham D.

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Therefore, it is imperative - non-negotiable - that educators, practitioners and decision makers see them as the best and brightest and communicate to these capable Black males that they have purpose, they are innovators, and they have gifts and talents that will enhance and enrich our society for generations to come. Communicate.

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Karrie Dixon has been elected chancellor of North Carolina Central University (NCCU). Dr. Karrie Dixon “Being a part of this incredible community of scholars, innovators and leaders on the sloping hills and verdant green is a dream come true,” said Dixon. I can’t wait to engage with all the possibilities that Durham has to offer.”

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Michigan State University (MSU) will offer in-state tuition to out-of-state Native American students through their Native American Tuition Advantage Program (NATAP), beginning in Fall 2025. Michigan State University In addition, out-of-state Native students who are Pell-eligible will be able to take advantage of a full tuition waiver.

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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. Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) play a vital role in advancing educational opportunities for Latine students across the United States.

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JANUARY 17, 2025

Title: Associate Teaching Professor, Drexel University Tenured: No Age: 40 Education: B.S., physics education, West Chester University; M.A., physics, Temple University Career mentors: Dr. A.J. Neutrinos are, however, the most common particle(s) in the universe. This resulted in both a publication and a masters thesis.

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Photos by Tim Trumble In a powerful gathering of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) professionals, university leaders from across the nation shared strategies for protecting critical DEI work on college campuses despite mounting opposition nationwide. We've been under attack around the federal government.

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The Utah Prison Education Project (UPEP) at the University of Utah is admitting its first cohort of fifteen degree-seeking students incarcerated at the Utah State Correctional Facility.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

will become interim president of California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB), effective Dec. Harper holds a bachelor's in communication from Pennsylvania State University; a master's degree in rhetoric and communication from West Chester University; and a doctorate from Howard University. Harper, Jr.

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JANUARY 8, 2025

Prior to her role at MATC, Martinez Powless accumulated 17 years of higher education experience at Marquette University and MATC, working in administration, enrollment, student affairs, and multicultural outreach. Martin has since retired, and the college is now led by President Anthony Cruz, who is Hispanic.

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As a soon-to-be septuagenarian, current university faculty member and educational researcher, the guiding principle learn throughout life resonates with me. Both then, as K-12 educator and grandmother of six, and now in my university work, my life is iteratively enriched through intergenerational learning.

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APRIL 11, 2023

will become provost at the University of Pennsylvania, effective Jun. Previously, he was dean of the School of Social Policy & Practice and senior adviser to the provost on Diversity at Penn ; junior fellow in Harvard University’s Society of Fellows; and assistant professor of cultural anthropology at Duke University.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Cady Short-Thompson will become president of Northern Kentucky University (NKU). From 1996 to 2010, she taught at the school as a professor of communication, graduate program director, and department chair. “I Her scholarly work and expertise focuses on political communication. Short-Thompson holds a B.A., and a Ph.D.

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JANUARY 24, 2023

Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) have been in existence for over 50 years, serving not only Native American and Alaskan Native students but anyone from the rural communities where they reside. The 35 TCUs in the U.S. train future teachers, nurses, engineers, and more.

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Moreover, given the current socio-political era of anti-DEI, faculty and other university personnel have been losing funding, positions, and operational units that support research and programming that help the most vulnerable student populations to thrive and attain optimal outcomes in higher education and in their personal lives.

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According to Ess Pokornowski, Reintegrating students face a unique set of overlapping challenges: they are leaving a total institution where choice, communication, access to healthcare, access to technology, and opportunities for education and gainful employment are all dramatically limited.

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MARCH 4, 2024

The University of Maryland, College Park, has suspended social events involving alcohol and new member recruitment for 21 fraternities and 16 sororities pending an investigation into alleged misconduct.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Scott On Sunday, October 22, Michigan State University (MSU) Trustee Brianna Scott presented a seven-page letter to the board calling for the removal of Dr. Rema Vassar, the first Black woman to chair the Board of Trustees at MSU. Further, to refer to any member of the MSU community as a “mob” is deeply disturbing. Dr. Adriel A.

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AUGUST 16, 2023

Peyton Manning will become a professor of practice in The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s (UT) College of Communication and Information, starting this fall. He will teach topics such as sports reporting, video production and performance, leadership and communication, and public speaking.

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MAY 15, 2023

Leonard Taylor will become director of the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) at Indiana University Bloomington, effective July. I am very excited to join the IU community during this next chapter of my journey,” said Taylor. “IU, in organizational leadership and policy development from the University of Minnesota; an M.S.

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Adler University has named Dr. Lisa Coleman its next president. Having spent my career addressing how to transform inequitable systems, it is an honor to align my life’s work with Adler University,” said Coleman. She previously served as Harvard University’s special assistant to the president and first chief diversity officer.

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Crumpton-Young Texas Southern University President Dr. Lesia L. With the successful conclusion of the 2022-2023 Academic Year, it seems the most appropriate time to share this communication with you." Crumpton-Young is leaving the school, just two years into the job. TSU Board of Regents chair Albert H.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Faculty and staff at the University of Colorado Boulder walked out and protested for higher wages and other demands Thursday, CPR reported. UCW is not a bargaining unit on campus or university governance group, and we will continue to address employee concerns through our established shared governance groups,” CU said in a statement. “CU

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Many called for more transparent and accessible communication about available resources, with one student suggesting institutions make a comprehensive list of all resources in one place. These findings suggest that merely offering services is insufficient if students cannot effectively access them when needed.

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Michigan State University (MSU) will offer in-state tuition to out-of-state Native American students through their Native American Tuition Advantage Program (NATAP), beginning in Fall 2025. Michigan State University In addition, out-of-state Native students who are Pell-eligible will be able to take advantage of a full tuition waiver.

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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. California State University, San Marcos Dr. Ellen J.

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AUGUST 2, 2023

Alderson Broaddus University (AB) will no longer be allowed to award degrees starting Dec. She said AB’s board hired a consultant who is working with the university on teach-out plans so students can finish their course of study elsewhere. 31, the Associated Press reported.

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Bennett will become chancellor of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, effective Jul. Bennett Most recently, Bennett was president of the University of Southern Mississippi. He previously was vice president for student affairs at the University of Georgia. “I in mass communication also from Middle Tennessee State.

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JUNE 6, 2024

Monique Lenoir Monique Lenoir has been appointed vice president of branding, marketing, and communications at the United Negro College Fund. She served as UNCF’s national director of communications.

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JANUARY 19, 2023

Georgetown University and Howard University have been awarded a $3 million grant to help fund the establishment of a center for medical humanities. Howard University The 3.5-year through critical inquiry.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Anderson made her mark on radio broadcasting and the field of communications, serving as a mentor and adviser to famed WSU alum and broadcast journalist Edward R. Anderson held a master’s degree in speech from the University of Chicago. She taught at the school until 1939, when she took leave due to deteriorating health.

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