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Reimagining Black Male Success in Education: Moving from Marginalization to Empowerment

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It is imperative to view Black males as capable achievers whose success is indispensable to a healthy and diverse educational landscape (Goings et al., Dr. Adriel Hilton In many educational institutions, Black males are burdened with the label of "problem" rather than "promise" (Howard, 2013). 2015; Harper & Davis, III, 2012).

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Employers Seek ‘Success Skills’ Among Potential Employees: Report

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Communication, teamwork, and problem-solving are key “success skills” employers seek in potential employees, according to a new report by the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB). The report summarizes a decade of studies, between 2013 and 2023, and analyzes job postings in 16 SREB states. “At

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Navigating Pathways to Success

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Freeman Hrabowski, president emeritus of the University of Maryland Baltimore County, aptly says, “By understanding human behavior and our values, we develop a moral compass that can guide our decision-making. Dr. Keith Elder, president of Saint Xavier University, emphasizes this point: “The hallmark of universities and colleges is diversity.

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Creating Safe Spaces for Black Students

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Ellen Pinderhughes, Tufts University; Angela Patton, Girls for a Change; and Eunique Jones Gibson, Because of Them, We Can Words of wisdom/advice for new faculty members: “In the words of Wilma Rudolph, ‘never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit. Congressman from Maryland.

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HBCU Advancement Teams: Don't Underestimate the Power of the Individual Donor

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Their Passions Donors continue to prioritize Education in the top three giving categories (Religion, Human Services and Education). When a donor and an advancement officer become partners and ambassadors for the mission-driven work of their nonprofits, they are more than likely to realize optimal success. billion and $516.65

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Native Son Propels Opportunities for Kentucky Students

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He became executive vice president in 2013 and assumed the presidency in 2018. If something is even perceived as being not fully designed for all students, Thompson says a redesign is called for to foster greater student success. Sustaining success Retention rates have steadily increased.

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Breaking the Silence: Mental Health and Trauma on Campus

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Between 2013 and 2021, college students’ rates of depression and anxiety have increased by 135% and 110% respectively, according to research conducted by Boston University in 2021. Institutions that offer peer counseling have found great success in helping their students work through mental health struggles, Richter said.