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Living Life Offline: Social Media Effects on the Success of Black College Students Amid Today’s Political Challenges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Institutions can enhance their credibility by actively implementing actions and initiatives that demonstrate their commitment to student well-being. By promoting resources and programs that support their students, these institutions not only build trust but also reinforce their role as advocates for complete development.

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A Race to Find Diverse Candidates

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Ericka Miller That’s according to interviews with the leadership of academic search firms, many of whom have spent years in higher education and collaborated with both public and private institutions across the U.S. Will diversity classes, after their names are changed to be in compliance, still be required for education students?

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Strategies for Creating Equitable Mental Health Cultures in Higher Education

Active Minds

One of the common themes shared by our panelists is that creating a sustainable mental health culture requires investment from leadership and that support must trickle all the way down through administration, staff, and to students.

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How to Achieve HSI Status: Intentionality

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NAU applied for classification and then appointed key leadership to ensure we serve our Hispanic students well,” Cruz Rivera said. GBC hosts Hispanic Heritage Month events, encourages participation in the Organization for Latin Americans, provides bilingual resources and creates leadership opportunities.

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Navigating Pathways to Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

During this transformative era, my leadership roles at various institutions required a nuanced response to the evolving landscape of social activism. These events highlight the growing influence of student voices and the need for institutions to adapt to changing expectations around equity and fairness. Dr. Barbara J.

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Dismantling the Academy

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

We have questioned and tweaked programs, policies, and practices in an effort to help more students (and faculty and staff) find success and achieve equitable outcomes. Since we haven’t actually changed the game, we have not changed the outcomes. Has using the master’s tools allowed us to be comfortable with inequitable outcomes?

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The Impact of Affirmative Action on the Mental Health of College Students of Color

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The report underscores the importance of creating engaging and welcoming environments in higher education settings that recognize racial trauma, engender trust, and foster collaboration across departments that support student well-being.