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The Slow but Steady Rise of Women in Higher Education Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This increase, while notable, also highlights the persistent challenges that remain in achieving true gender equity at the highest levels of academia. Success stories Among the initiatives success stories is Dr. Shanna L. Jackson suggests that successful leadership often comes down to institutional fit.

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Making Equity a Priority

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Additionally, Curry has secured millions of dollars for student success initiatives. The school ultimately became a satellite campus of the El Camino Community College District in 2006 but has since regained its accreditation and its independence. Every student is a success story,” says Curry.

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Fostering Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I think public institutions have a mission to make sure that those in society have access to higher education,” says Alexander, who arrived at UCLA in 2006. The tutoring and academic counseling were crucial to her success. Then, you see the successes.” Alexander is studying the success and impact of various programs within AAP.

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Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig Named Provost at Western Michigan University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig, an educational researcher whose work on racial equity and teacher preparation has received national recognition, will be the next provost and vice president for academic affairs at Western Michigan University. Vincent, president of Talladega College, a historically Black institution in Alabama.

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

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Between 2006 and 2021, Black student enrollment dropped from 7% to 4% and Indigenous student enrollment dropped from 1% to 0.1%. The Steve Fund and many national experts anticipate that eliminating racial considerations in admissions will dramatically reduce the number of students of color in selective higher education institutions.

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HBCUs in the Time of Turnover

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In 2006, presidents spent an average of 8.5 And past and current HBCU presidents are critical to making HELF and its mission successful, he adds. While some scholars are deeply concerned by this instability, others note it aligns with higher education trends overall. years in charge. By 2022, that number shrunk to 5.9

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Creating a data-informed campus: part 3

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Used properly, data can help to facilitate the goals and growth of an organization and can help leaders and stakeholders better identify and understand areas of concern—and areas of success. By using data to accurately assess institutional successes and challenges, the accountability discussion can become more illuminating and nuanced.