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Racialized Agency as a Buffer for K-16 Black Students in STEM

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Courses must include Black males and females experiencing success in STEM. Outstanding talents are present in children and youth from all cultural groups, across all economic strata, and in all areas of human endeavor. MENTORING MATTERS. Then Black students can aspire to become STEM professionals. CURRICULUM MODIFICATIONS.

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They are Ready! Transforming the Narrative to Engage Black Males in Educational Settings

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Role models/mentors. In this regard, Black boys and young men can have a blueprint of both the obstacles and successes of navigating education and life. Hines is Professor of Counseling in the College of Education and Human Development at George Mason University. I want Black males to pursue academics , not run from it!

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

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Moores journey to success is one he attributes to the steadfast support of his mother and the historical Dr. James L. Service to humanity is the hallmark of philosophy, and in many ways, it shaped who I am and what I'm about in my day to day. From the small town of Lyman, South Carolina, Dr. James L. On Saturday, Jan.

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Montana State's Dr. Waded Cruzado Makes History as APLU's First Latina President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

During her 14-year tenure at Montana State University, Cruzado has demonstrated a remarkable commitment to expanding access and success for underrepresented students. At Montana State, Cruzado's leadership has resulted in not just increased diversity but also improved outcomes across the board. She holds a Ph.D.

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Transforming Barriers into Assets: Prioritizing the Cultural Wealth of Black Students in STEM

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

From mentors, professors, and members of my cohort, I realized that this journey is not meant to be traveled alone. Nevertheless, to better understand their success in postsecondary STEM education better, we must counter deficit narratives and advertise the strengths and cultural assets these students bring to their educational journeys.

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Going from Family Engagement to Family Partnerships With Black Marginalized Families

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It wasn’t until a mentor teacher who had direct ties and lived experiences with the community sat me down and explained to me how I was doing more harm than good to my students. Ford is Distinguished Professor of Education and Human Ecology at The Ohio State University. Research the history and cultural values of the community.

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A Blueprint for College Students’ Sense of Belonging

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Being in The Big Easy is significant according to NASPA President and long-time student success champion, Dr. Amelia Parnell, who shared on LinkedIn: I'll tell anyone that student affairs professionals are some of the most thoughtful people in higher education and our time together in New Orleans confirmed it for me again.