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Study Finds that Promise Program Still Leaves Racial Gaps

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Over the past two decades, promise programs, in which recent high school graduates are offered free tuition to attend local colleges and universities, have become popular tools to bridge equity gaps in higher ed, with over 300 programs active in over 40 states. Race-neutral policies are inherently not neutral,” he said.

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From College to Careers: The Pell Institute Receives $748,000 Ascendium Grant to Explore Career Development within TRIO Programs

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2022: Year in Review

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The Biden-Harris administration anticipated that the debt forgiveness would impact 95% of student loan borrowers, or about 43 million people. In 2005, the publication broadened its focus, becoming Diverse: Issues In Higher Education. Matthews, with whom he founded Black Issues In Higher Education in 1984. Dr. Jerlando F.

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2023 Year in Review

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At the same time, scholars are working around the clock to stave off ongoing anti-DEI legislation that has already taken hold in states like Florida and Texas, where many politicians campaigned against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Affirmative action struck down The U.S. Those shoes cannot be filled.” 2, at age 81.