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New handy guide of key terms (with definitions) for the FAFSA Simplification and FUTURE Acts

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On Monday, Federal Student Aid released electronic announcement GENERAL-23-63 titled Key Terms, Definitions, and Systems Related to FAFSA Simplification and FUTURE Acts.

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Identities, the Focus of Black Men’s Research Institute Symposium

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Our definitions of manhood are largely driven by messaging — from parents and peers to the media,” said Young. Lance Shipman Young, an associate professor of chemistry at Morehouse, delivered the keynote address about the interconnectedness of Black men’s manhood, masculinity, and health.

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The Importance of Listening to Student Needs Emphasized at Department of Education Summit

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Moving forward, institutions need to have a broader definition and attention to mental healthcare, Horne said. This includes having a holistic view and seeing mental health in relation to social issues, such as gun violence and reproductive rights as well as diversity, equity, and inclusion. “We

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Guilford College Apologizes to Virginia State University After Fans Aimed Racial Slurs at Student-Athletes During Soccer Match

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It was in very poor taste and was very poor sportsmanship by anyone’s definition." “Loud outbursts from a group of spectators included profanity and derogatory remarks toward the Virginia State team,” Farmbry said. “It

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Textbook Access Program Saves Money, Time for Students

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CTAP has definitely been a cost-saving initiative,” added Alyssa Green, a liberal studies major. “I “CTAP has removed the financial stressors and inconveniences that come with the use of virtual textbooks and has allowed me to focus more on learning,” said Christian Avalos, a student in the university’s C. Bauer College of Business.

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Diversity at HBCUs Explored at NCAA Inclusion Forum

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That’s not true, said panelists who added that the definition of diversity has to be broadened and expanded beyond the contours of race. “All And when it comes to historically Black colleges and universities, many assume that diversity programming for student-athletes is either non-existent or not needed.

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California Community College Professors Sue, Alleging New DEI Rules Violate First Amendment

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They also threaten promotions and tenure pursuits by potentially punishing faculty for not following the state’s definitions of DEI, the suit alleges. These regulations are a totalitarian triple-whammy,” FIRE attorney Daniel Ortner said.