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From Small-Town Roots to National Honor: SC Native Receives State's Highest Award

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since 2018. Moores focus on equity, inclusion, and innovation has not only improved outcomes for todays students but has also laid the foundation for a brighter future for generations to come, Jackson added. Dr. Jerlando F.L. Dr. Eric Tucker,President & CEO of The Study Group, agrees.

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Leading with Purpose: AABHE’s President Charts Path for Black Excellence

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The benefit for me is that I had really great mentors who just really encouraged me and provided me with opportunities to explore. Continually going back to that same campus was ideal because I still was able to connect with mentors and faculty and staff and it really just nurtured my journey in higher education, she says.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

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The needs of freshmen are also carefully considered, with INSPIRE (Incoming Student Program for Inclusion, Retention and Excellence) as well as student support programs like EOP (Educational Opportunity Program) and EXCEL, which create strong networks of support.

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Student Success in STEM

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In 2018, according to the Pew Research Center, Black students earned just 7% of STEM bachelors degrees, compared to their 10% share of all bachelors degrees and 12% representation in the adult population. These initiatives not only enhance learning but also connect students with mentors and peers who share similar interests.

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A State of Affairs, the Underrepresentation of Minority Community College Trustees

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In addition, gender and racial gaps among community college trustees continue to be a reality (ACCT, 2018). Having an advocate or mentor is critical We found that the presence of a mentor in the life of the trustee was critical to the participants’ successful selection or election as trustee. These recommendations include: 1.

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Silenced Voices: Confronting Linguistic Discrimination and Cultural Erasure in Academia

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8, 2018, Ms. We must create inclusive environments where students from diverse backgrounds feel valued and heard. Encouraging multilingualism and offering courses that include less commonly taught languages can foster an inclusive atmosphere. During an address at the Harvard Graduate School of Education on Feb.

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Dismantling Global Injustices

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political science, Binghamton University Career mentors: Dr. David L. in political science from Binghamton University and secured a tenure-track teaching position at the University of Rhode Island (URI) in 2018. history, Tufts University; M.A., international affairs, The New School; and Ph.D., When he returned to the U.S.,

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