Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Racial justice advocates are turning out for the Fifth Annual Critical Race Theory Summer School hosted by the African American Policy Forum. The social justice think tank opened its July 28-Aug. 2 summit with a plenary titled “Tip of the Spear: Tennessee on the Frontlines of the War on Woke.” Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw “Racism is the Achilles heel of our democracy, a deeply rooted weakness in this country used to forge a war against ‘wokeness,’ or what many of us simply call education and advo

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JULY 29, 2024

By: Matt Nosanchuk, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Strategic Operations and Outreach, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education All students deserve access to learning environments that are inclusive and free from discrimination and that nurture their intellect, wellbeing, and creativity, preparing them for success in school and beyond. Books have been the gateway to Continue Reading The post Book Bans Are Not Just Bad Policy; They Can Raise Civil Rights Issues appeared first on ED.g

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Dr. Darius J. Young will serve as director of the new Center for African and African American Studies at Florida A&M University. Dr. Darius Young Young is a history professor at the FAMU College of Social Sciences, Arts, and Humanities. His plans for the center include helping to advance African and African American studies as a discipline and to create a more substantial intellectual community through interdisciplinary collaboration among faculty, students, and the local community.

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Active Minds

JULY 29, 2024

Conferences are amazing opportunities to learn, network, and get inspired. But let’s face it: they can also be overwhelming. With packed schedules, endless information, and the constant buzz of activity, it’s easy to forget about yourself. That’s why self-care is essential for thriving, not just surviving, a conference. Why Self-Care Matters Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish; it’s strategic.

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Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

In April, Dr. Aaron Thompson, president of the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE), participated in the Attaining College Excellence and Equity Summit put together by the U.S. Department of Education and the Institute for Higher Education Policy. On the panel, “Selecting Evidence-Based Advising Strategies to Improve Student Outcomes,” Thompson spoke about equity being a top priority, noting that, if higher education does not serve its most disenfranchised populations, then it is fa

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Student Minds

JULY 29, 2024

Naa Yarley shares her journey of balancing university and family responsibilities as the eldest sibling in an immigrant family, offering strategies for managing both effectively. - Naa Yarley Balancing the demands of university life is challenging for any student, but it can become overwhelmingly difficult when coupled with the responsibilities of being an older sibling in a tough home environment.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 29, 2024

As high school and college students begin to navigate their financial independence, understanding the concepts of credit and debt becomes crucial. These financial principles play a significant role in shaping personal finances. Students can learn about financial responsibility from managing everyday expenses and planning for major purchases and investments.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Dr. Belle S. Wheelan, the longtime president of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), has confirmed plans that she will retire from her post next year. Dr. Belle S. Wheelan “To see the increases in student achievement and know that we had a little something to do with it has been extremely rewarding,” said Wheelan, who has led the accrediting body for the past two decades.

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Symplicity

JULY 29, 2024

In the last few years, there has been increasing scrutiny by the Equality and Human Rights Commission's (EHRC) on how higher education institutions are not adequately supporting students with a disability. In particular, the EHRC emphasises the need for institutions to move from reactive to proactive support for disabled students, ensuring their needs are met without requiring them to advocate for themselves continually.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Lee Lambert Lee Lambert has been named chancellor of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District. He serves as chancellor of Pima Community College in Arizona. Lambert holds a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts from The Evergreen State College and a juris doctor from Seattle University.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Western Iowa Tech Community College has agreed to settle two years-long federal lawsuits alleging the school conspired with others to engage in human trafficking. Dr. Terry Murrell Iowa Public Radio reported that the community college agreed to pay over $5 million to settle two federal lawsuits, one settlement worth $3 million and the most recent worth $2.3 million as accepted by its board.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey signed the state budget worth nearly $58 billion that includes free community college. Maura Healey “Massachusetts is the leader in innovation and education, the best place to raise your family or grow a business. But we also face challenges, so we aren’t resting – we’re going on offense,” said Healey. “This budget delivers on our shared priorities and drives our state forward with urgency and purpose.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Maria A. Pharr has been named president of Pitt Community College in North Carolina. She served as president of South Piedmont Community College. Pharr holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from St. Andrews University and a Master of Arts in Science Education degree and a Doctor of Education degree in higher education administration from East Carolina University.

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