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Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy A coalition of 104 education organizations has called on Congress to immediately reverse the Department of Education's recent cancellation of several major teacher preparation grant programs, a move that has disrupted educator pipelines across the country and threatens to worsen the national teacher shortage crisis.

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Bonner II Graduate education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) is not just evolvingit is erupting with purpose. From the heart of tradition and the fire of resistance, a new wave of graduate programs in higher education administration is emergingbold, equity-centered, and unapologetically Black.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In a bold move to address the stark underrepresentation of minorities and women in school district leadership, Southern University A&M College has established the Academy for Current and Aspiring Superintendents, a comprehensive program aimed at preparing the next generation of K-12 educational leaders.

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JANUARY 8, 2025

California community college presidents and chancellors are spending less time in their roles while the leadership ranks are becoming increasingly diverse, highlighting Dr. Larry Galizio both challenges and progress in the nation's largest public higher education system. of leaders, more than 2.5 of CEOs, though still below their 40.4%

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JUNE 10, 2025

N early two decades after its founding, LGBTQ Leaders in Higher Education Dr. Jim Berg has transformed from a small network of college presidents into a comprehensive professional development organization supporting leaders at all levels of higher education. His path to leading LGBTQ Leaders in Higher Education was serendipitous.

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As such, it is critical to summon (and strengthen) our knowledge, skills, and talents to master the rudiments of community college leadership. Maligning district operations (or the board leadership for that matter) undermines the interdependency necessary to move the collective enterprise forward.

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JANUARY 13, 2025

Title: Assistant Professor of Higher Education, Department of Educational Leadership, College for Education and Engaged Learning, Montclair State University Tenured: No Age: 37 Education: B.A., Higher and Postsecondary Education, Teachers College, Columbia University; Ph.D., funded by the Alfred P.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

North Star Promise provides free college tuition to help make education after high school possible for more Minnesota students and families,” is written on the Minnesota Office of Higher Education website. Francis-Begay, governing council chair for the National Institute for Native Leadership in Higher Education.

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JANUARY 22, 2025

Title: Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Tenured: Yes Age: 36 Education: B.A., This intellectual awakening led him to pursue a career in education rather than law, though he maintains that he accidentally fell into the academy.

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JUNE 9, 2025

Throughout his career, Garcia has remained steadfast in his commitment to equity in higher education—a passion that has defined his professional journey and transformed the landscape of Colorado’s educational institutions. “My Garcia’s talent for identifying and nurturing leadership extends beyond mere recruitment.

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MAY 12, 2025

Kala Burrell-Craft Grambling State University has announced the appointment of Dr. Kala Burrell-Craft as the new Dean of the College of Education, marking a poignant homecoming for the scholar whose family legacy is deeply intertwined with the Louisiana HBCU. She holds advanced certifications in English and special education.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The journey of Black males through the American educational system is often marked by unique obstacles: racial stereotyping, lowered expectations, and systemic inequities that hinder their potential and alienate them from environments meant to foster growth (Howard, 2014). 2015; Harper & Davis, III, 2012).

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NOVEMBER 10, 2024

CANCUN—What started off in 2014 as a simple idea, has blossomed into a major convening, drawing more than 700 educators from K-12 school districts and colleges and universities together to strategize and share best practices on how to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing urban schools around the globe. Dr. Chance W.

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JANUARY 23, 2025

McMickens, Morris Thomas, and Calvin Hadley There is deep concern about the status of Black men in higher education. A recent report about the enrollment of Black men in postsecondary education indicates that Black men comprise 4.6% Palmer, Larry J. Walker, Tryan L. or a little over 850,000 of the 18.6

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MARCH 13, 2025

Carolyn Carter omen have made remarkable strides in leadership across various fields, forging pathways for mentorship, collaboration, and opportunity. By embracing their unique strengths, women are transforming leadership into a dynamic force for empowerment and systemic change.

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MAY 15, 2025

In a significant gathering dedicated to the advancement of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), approximately 70 leaders from across the higher education landscape have converged on Claflin University this week for the Ideation, Innovation, and Collaboration summit sponsored by the Higher Education Leadership Foundation (H.E.L.F).

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FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Department of Education, teachers, students and union leaders are planning to rally Wednesday against recent actions by Elon Musk's Elon Musk Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) that they say threaten both educational research and student privacy. at the Department of Education's C Street entrance, weather permitting.

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JUNE 11, 2025

W hen it comes to leadership and inclusion, outgoing UC Riverside chancellor Dr. Kim A. With those ideas in mind, Wilcox says he made it a point during his 12-year run as chancellor to keep a watchful eye on how leadership positions are being filled. Wilcox has a simple rule. “If

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NOVEMBER 13, 2024

In the aftermath of the Presidential election, a new report outlines the importance of colleges and universities prioritizing civic education. higher education institutions can strengthen democracy by prioritizing civic engagement and civic education in the student experience. released a white paper that outlines how U.S.

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JUNE 4, 2025

billion is a staggering amount of public investment thats what states collectively spent in just one year on state-funded preschool, according to the latest report from the National Institute for Early Education Research. Removing Barriers, Supporting the Whole Educator ECIC is not a traditional top-down initiative.

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JANUARY 26, 2025

25, Moorea Distinguished Professor of Urban Education at The Ohio State University (OSU) and executive director of the Todd Anthony Bell National Resource Centerwas awarded the Order of the Palmetto South Carolinas highest civilian honor established in 1971. Moore III trailblazers whose influence shaped his path to distinction. since 2018.

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DECEMBER 7, 2024

Terrell (MCT) Educational Foundation, Inc. The MCT scholarship recipients are accomplished graduate students who will be future leaders in higher education, said Terrell, who is the foundations chair emeritus. candidate in the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Analysis at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Despite the work of teachers laying the foundation for careers beyond secondary school, The Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) says there are not enough well-prepared educators in the pipeline to teach. SREB represents and works with 16 states to improve public education at every level. They want to be able to advance.”

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MARCH 12, 2025

Rema Reynolds Vassar In response to recent funding cuts caused by the shifting political landscape, the Center for Black Children in Education (CBCE) will host its "Call to Action" Virtual Convening on Thursday, March 13, bringing together educators, advocates, and thought leaders dedicated to advancing educational equity for Black children.

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APRIL 6, 2025

Chavous The American Educational Research Association (AERA) announced Monday that Dr. Tabbye M. At a time when support for high-quality research is key to advancing education in the U.S. Chavous holds a PhD in community psychology from the University of Virginia and has built her career around educational equity research.

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MAY 8, 2025

In a development that underscores ongoing leadership challenges at one of the nation's premier historically Black universities, Jackson State University President Dr. Marcus Thompson has abruptly resigned, effective May 7, 2025. His tenure lasted just 18 months, coming to an end shortly after the university's spring commencement ceremonies.

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MAY 27, 2025

Central to this narrative are Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), institutions established to educate and empower African Americans in the face of systemic exclusion. HBCUs are more than educational institutions they are pillars of community, culture, and economic empowerment. Martin Luther King Jr.,

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OCTOBER 31, 2024

A new report released by The Education Trust titled, “Improving Titles III & V of the Higher Education Act to Better Serve Students of Color and Students from Low-Income Backgrounds” examines how Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) receive funds related to Titles III and V of the Higher Education Act (HEA). Dr. Kayla C.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

and others created the Higher Education Leadership Foundation (H.E.L.F.) And to make sure that they’re around for perpetuity, we have to ensure that there is strong and capable leadership.” From the inception, there was more interest in the leadership program than the organizers could handle. “We When Dr. Herman J.

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APRIL 24, 2025

A federal judge in New Hampshire delivered a significant legal victory Thursday for proponents of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in education by granting a preliminary injunction against the U.S.

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MAY 28, 2025

Ono as the university's 14th president, despite intense scrutiny from conservative activists and Republican lawmakers who questioned his commitment to Florida's higher education reforms. Ron DeSantis's higher education overhauls that have dismantled DEI programs across Florida's public universities. He pledged full support for Gov.

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JANUARY 22, 2025

In the heart of Baltimore, a remarkable transformation is taking place at Coppin State University under the visionary leadership of President Dr. Anthony Jenkins. Named after the institutions namesake, a pioneering African American educator, the program provides comprehensive support and resources to high-achieving students.

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JUNE 10, 2025

Along the way, I earned the necessary academic qualifications to pursue a career as an educator and administrator, with a guiding principle instilled in me by my high school’s motto: to always be a “man for others.” The intersection of leadership and identity is not without its challenges.

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DECEMBER 8, 2024

Supreme Court struck down race-consciousness in college admissions upending four decades of precedent and reshaping the landscape of higher education (Edelman, 2023, par. In a perfect world, governing boards and leadership demographics would mirror the student population (Higgs, 2014). In June 2023, the U. Dr. Carl B. Dr. Terry A.

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JANUARY 6, 2025

In a significant leadership transition at one of legal education's key institutions, the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) has appointed Sudha Setty as its new president and chief executive officer, effective July 1, 2025. Law schools and higher education face enormous challenges and opportunities," Setty said.

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JANUARY 11, 2025

s legacy through the Martin Luther King Day symposium, an academic credit workshop where both students can earn academic or continuing education credits for their participation in the event.The course is offered at no additional cost, regardless of a students credit load. Leadership Program and Gospel Choir.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Bumphus CEO of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) at the end of 2025, capping a remarkable 15-year tenure that helped reshape higher education access nationwide. He understood that community colleges needed to be at the table for every major conversation about America's future workforce and educational opportunities."

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