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Dr. Sylvester James Gates, Jr.: Pioneering Theoretical Physicist Bridges Mathematical Worlds

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Despite his many accomplishments, meticulously documented in a 137-page curriculum vitae that lists dozens of speeches, scholarly publications, honorary degrees and faculty positions, Gates loathes being referred to as Dr. Gates or Professor Gates. His father gave him science fiction books that further fueled his imagination.

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Supporting LGBTQ+ Students as they Work to Achieve Professional and Economic Mobility

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In 2007, it became the first school in Kentucky to add gender identity to its non-discrimination policy. Curriculum and co-curricular materials should be reviewed with an eye toward diversity, inclusivity, and equity so that all people see themselves represented.

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At University of Hawai’i at M?noa, Native Hawaiian Representation is Growing

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noa’s Native Hawaiian population has grown tremendously since the 1990s, and doubled between 2007 and 2020, thanks to deliberate efforts to recruit and retain these students, said Dr. Willy Kauai, director of Native Hawaiian student services at UH M?noa. Dr. Willy Kauai, director of Native Hawaiian student services at UH M?noa.

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Boldly Future Forward

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The nurturing she received as a student motivated her to pursue a career in science and fueled her desire to return to the university in 2007 and give the same to students. Williams is also involved in curriculum development and recently received a $600,000 grant focused on food allergies research in education. He says N.C.

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Lifting As They Climb

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Tate IV, the current president of Louisiana State University. At the time, Tate was the Edward Mallinckrodt Distinguished University Professor in Arts and Sciences and Chair of the Department of Education at Washington University in St.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

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Our comprehensive strategy emphasizes culturally relevant curriculum, robust community connections and clear pathways to success—crucial for nurturing a sense of belonging and enhancing academic persistence. By example, initially funded in 2007 by a grant from the U.S.

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Answering the Call

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Even though pharmacists don’t have practitioner status, the curriculum in the PharmD program is replete with information about providing direct patient care, says Early, particularly in the experiential years of the program. They have experiential rotations. They have hands-on opportunities to talk to patients in the clinic.”