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From Crisis to Solutions: Global Conference Charts New Course for Urban Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Tired of simply gathering at conferences to rehash the same problems, Lewis had a vision that he wanted to spearhead a solutions-oriented convening that allowed individuals to put theory into practice, in an effort to yield positive outcomes for students attending schools in urban school districts. That vision quickly gained traction. “Too

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Josephine O. Ibironke

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As a founding faculty member of University of Pikeville’s Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO), Ibironke co-developed the college’s didactic and clinical pediatric optometry curriculum and created its Leadership in Healthcare course sequence, all while serving as an advisor to students.

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On a Mission: Damon L. Williams Jr., Takes on the World

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Williams was raised Catholic and attended private institutions—he was often the only Black student in his class, or one of the few. He became what he calls “a student for everybody.” “I It’s why, in his late twenties, he chose to volunteer at Georgia State University (GSU), speaking to young college students about his successes.

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Dr. Toby S. Jenkins, University of South Carolina

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At the University of Maryland, College Park she created sustainable inclusive excellence initiatives that have served students on that campus for over 20 years. Jenkins other community outreach initiatives won awards from the President of the United States and the Governor of Maryland.

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Community Counts, Female Sport Scholar of the Year

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Ross’ care and concern for future generations has been evident in her extensive community outreach work. One of the things I’ve loved most is getting the chance to speak at elementary schools and connect with younger students,” Ross says. “I I want them to see what’s possible and know they’re capable of big things.” “One

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Community Counts, Female Sport Scholar of the Year

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Ross’ care and concern for future generations has been evident in her extensive community outreach work. One of the things I’ve loved most is getting the chance to speak at elementary schools and connect with younger students,” Ross says. “I I want them to see what’s possible and know they’re capable of big things.” “One

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Xavier University Makes History with First HBCU Varsity Rowing Program

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The program, which began in September 2023 as a partnership between Xavier and the New Orleans Rowing Club (NORC), has already garnered national attention and support from prominent figures in the rowing community. But I'm confident and hopeful that these students will realize that this sport is theirs to make their own."