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CUNY’s Black Male Initiative Marks 20 Years of Success Amid National DEI Pushbacks

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Through mentorship and lectures from key leaders in the city and state, the program supported its Black and Brown men to academic and career success. James says early engagement can create an impact, make an easy transition into college to be successful. Its making people more successful and self-reliant, giving upward mobility.

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Going from Family Engagement to Family Partnerships With Black Marginalized Families

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

They, for the most part, participated in school events and made sure that I prioritized my education. By this time, I was 13 years into teaching, and too often my schedule would conflict with my son’s school events. We would argue that the aforementioned are obligatory events that the school must host.

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How Colleges Across the Nation are Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Pritchett said that the schools annual MLK celebration is rooted in a tradition dating back to 1970, and added that the MLK Leadership Program at Seton Hall integrates current events with a focus on servant leadership, Africana Studies, and fostering a historical understanding of Kings enduring legacy.

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The Slow but Steady Rise of Women in Higher Education Leadership

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Success stories Among the initiatives success stories is Dr. Shanna L. Her ascension to the presidency, following Richardsons resignation in 2024, demonstrates the importance of institutional pipelines and succession planning. Recent events have highlighted the particular vulnerabilities faced by women in these positions.

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Don’t Just Witness History; Seize the Opportunity to Shape It

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Lomax UNCF’s new research report, Transforming Futures: The Economic Engines of HBCUs , offers empirical evidence of the profound impact HBCUs have on the success of students, communities and the nation as a whole. Yet each of us has the power to shape events in real time. Dr. Michael L. But the outcome isn’t guaranteed.

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From Small-Town Roots to National Honor: SC Native Receives State's Highest Award

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Moores journey to success is one he attributes to the steadfast support of his mother and the historical Dr. James L. Whether mentoring a young scholar or speaking at a community event, Dr. Moore connects with people in ways that are deeply inspiring and transformative. From the small town of Lyman, South Carolina, Dr. James L.

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Building a Foundation that Positively Impacts Los Angeles

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Eanes appreciates the innovative approach and hopes it is successful, but understands like any pilot program, issues may arise. “It The California State University system is piloting direct admissions, in which students will not have to go through the traditional admission application process. You have to try something to get any outcome.”

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