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“I want to acknowledge and celebrate the significant contributions the MCT Scholarship recipients will made in our beloved profession,” said MCTEF founding director Dr. Melvin C. The mission of the Dr. Melvin C. Terrell Educational Foundation, Inc.

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We extend our warmest welcome to them, offering our support and encouragement as they navigate this transition, guided by the values of community and compassion ingrained in our Catholic mission.” “We are thrilled to welcome all Notre Dame College students to Walsh University,” said Walsh President Tim Collins. “We

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The W, located in historic Columbus, Mississippi, was founded in 1884 as the first state-supported college for women in the United States. Our motto epitomizes the enduring essence of a supportive, inclusive and empowered community.

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Students’ connection with CHAP helped them to more easily access other supports, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), two federal programs that address food insecurity. What would it look like if we understood our roles in higher education within this lens?”

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Supporting the educational aspirations of the Descendants of Jesuit slaveholding is one of the cornerstones of our foundation's mission,” said Monique Trusclair Maddox, CEO and Board Chair of the Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation. Today marks an important day in the journey of our Foundation. Dr. Harry L.

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This comes as part of the Jesuits’ plan to raise $1 billion for the foundation, which will then be used to support descendants’ education. The foundation – formed in 2019 – aims to invest in descendants’ education; support elderly descendants; and fund programs and leaders doing anti-racism advocacy.

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Robert Kraft "I am honored to support UNCF in their mission to combat hate and promote unity,” said Kraft. “It We are incredibly grateful for Robert Kraft's extraordinary generosity and his commitment to support UNCF’s initiative promoting unity and respect among students from diverse backgrounds,” said UNCF Board Chair Milton H.

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Instead of succumbing to despair, leaders who value diversity and view it as a strength in our higher education institutions and corporations must step up. Charging tuition rates that are on average nearly 30% less than at comparable non-HBCUs, these schools are among the best return on our nation’s post-secondary education investments.

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I look forward to working collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the community to uphold and elevate our commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and economic empowerment as we advance our mission of transforming lives and creating leaders.” He served under six U.S.

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The grant will support phase one fundraising for the school. Kendall Science and Health Mission Center, where the Elders School is housed. This grant builds on our long-standing support of Philander Smith College. Previous grants have supported the construction of The Harry R.

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Joyce Payne as a bastion of support for Black students seeking higher education. The resilience, brilliance, and ambition of our scholars energize our mission. Racquel Oden Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Inc.

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Missing in the narrative and discussion are the stories we see on our campuses and in our communities, in action every day. Stories about diversity professionals doing vital work to support the strategic mission of colleges and universities and create a better future for us all.

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Yet these institutions try to fulfill their mission, putting more pressure on a small number of campus health professionals, adopting telehealth programs (despite a lack of much evidence that they work well for students), and expressing frustration with the difficulty in doing more. Via a partnership with St.

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At Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), disrupting and erasing health disparities is more than just part of their mission statement. As a medical school, our first priority is to train physicians, researchers, and other healthcare professionals. The new institute has an ambitious mission. of all practicing U.S.

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The mission of the nonprofit is to boost college access and success by connecting high school and college students with near-peer coaches. Through our continued collaboration with College Possible, we help today’s aspiring students – and the next generation of leaders achieve their full education and career potential.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

"We understand the magnitude of this decision for families, and we are committed to supporting them throughout the process. Taking these innovative actions is a way for us to live our Jesuit mission and to extend a helping hand to students and families at a time they need it most.”

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Shakeri and Henderson note that UC Davis has a particular interest in accepting applicants that serve the mission of their institution, which is to serve the whole of California, not just the wealthy or urban parts of the state. Keeping the mission at the center of focus, he says, is key to building a diverse student body.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

The mission of Active Minds is centered around mobilizing youth and young adults to be the mental health change in their schools and communities. While truly redefining accessible mental health will take massive shifts in public policy, there are still ways to find support that won’t break your budget.

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JANUARY 10, 2024

The comprehensive curriculum, which was crafted to fill a vital professional development gap, covers how to lead a department based on an institution’s mission and strategic plan; navigate difficult conversations; grow and sustain a future-focused department; and maintain relevance as higher education changes. 10-11 in Washington, D.C.,

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Julia Jassey For the national survey, supported by the World Jewish Congress, investigators interviewed 2,020 college students from the general population and 1,022 who identified as Jewish about their perceptions of and experiences with antisemitism. Of those, roughly half have witnessed or been on the receiving end of hate speech.

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Patricia Prelock Having this press allows UVM to fulfill certain goals, one of which is to live up to the basic mission of libraries, Geffert said. "I I understand the mission of libraries to be a rather simple one, which is in part to make sure that everybody who needs good information and scholarship has access to that,” Geffert said. “I

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"Fundamentally speaking, we have campuses and in time, environments that are struggling with enrollment, and here we have one of our HMSI's (historically minority-serving institution) that is experiencing historical seasonal growth.

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Matos Rodríguez Corequisite courses give students academic support to help them succeed; count toward degree requirements; and, unlike non-credit bearing remedial courses, count for academic credits. Matos Rodríguez. “I The elimination of traditional remedial courses on all campuses is an important milestone on this journey.”

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

DECEMBER 20, 2023

By: Mamie Voight As the year draws to a close, we at the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) are taking a moment to reflect on the strides we’ve made and the work left to do to advance our mission – building a more equitable and just society through higher education.

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These missions are important to the well-being of our people and the strength of our country. If these challenges remain unaddressed, our standard of living will decline, and the country will fall into a downward spiral of decreased tax revenue to pay for needed services. Dr. George R. Johnstone, R. Roueche Center Forum.

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OCTOBER 31, 2022

The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has received $1 million from Wells Fargo to continue supporting students attending historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). This partnership demonstrates Wells Fargo’s commitment and leadership as a champion for workforce diversity and inclusion in our nation.”.

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JUNE 15, 2023

Wells Society works to increase and support reporters and editors of color in news organizations. It’s all of our operating funding, all of our grant money, our quasi-endowment,” said Nikole Hannah-Jones, Pulitzer-winning journalist and co-founder of the organization. Central University. The estimated $3.8

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OCTOBER 20, 2022

Making this experience more accessible and affordable, especially for those who are underrepresented and underserved, is a foundational part of our land-grant mission to provide a quality educational experience that prepares graduates for service and success.” Tim Sands, president of Virginia Tech.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Indigenous studies programs and cultural researchers from Australia, Taiwan, Canada, and other countries are reaching out to NTU to learn how the program was made, connected to both the cultural teaching methods of its native nation and the high-level academic research that can be used to support new policies or best practices. Guy agrees.

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Each awardee receives a two-year, $250,000 seed grant to develop plans and begin implementation of evidence-based policies and practices to advance a mission of equitable and diverse physical science and engineering doctoral programs with a focus on improving recruitment, retention, and graduation outcomes.

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The school is now eligible for Title V HSI funds that can support student recruitment, education, sense of belonging, and completion. Being an HSI means offering relevant pedagogy, targeted support, community uplift, and a dedication to the unique experiences of their Latinx students. Census data.

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Hope Chicago is launching a program to support the parents/guardians of Hope Scholars through postsecondary education pathways, thereby reducing economic and social inequity. A two-generation program model supporting adults entering or returning to postsecondary institutions or programs at this scale? That's a new frontier.

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MARCH 27, 2023

This spring, these community college students from inland Southern California will receive academic support as they pursue medical education. The program aligns with our mission to grow our own physicians, especially to fill the region’s shortage of primary care physicians.”

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Florida Atlantic’s use of leading-edge programing supported students and helped boost graduation rates, according to Mitchell. Both institutions exemplify how our members use critical thinking and creativity to serve all learners,” said Mitchell. As the first U.S.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The National Black Food & Justice Alliance (NBFJA) and Florida A&M University (FAMU) are launching a center to address the lack of and support Black farmers. This initiative, named for two members of our community who have been devoted to this issue, will go a long way toward providing the training for the next generation of farmers.

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million from four organizations to support diversity, equity, and innovation in the arts and design fields. These valued organizations share our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the arts and design, and their investment in CCA’s mission and the potential of our gifted students is significant.

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Institutions that receive HSI designation are then eligible to apply for various federal grants in support of their programming. After years of developing student supports, three of the four institutions featured in this article recently received HSI designation and the fourth is moving toward designation.

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