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Howard University Taps Antiracist Scholar Ibram X. Kendi to Head New Advanced Studies Institute

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Kendi's exceptional scholarship and unwavering commitment to social justice align perfectly with Howard University's mission and values as we deepen our scholarship on the African Diaspora," he said. Wutoh said there is a strong alignment between Kendi's work and the university's mission. Dr. Ibram X.

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Staying Woke for A Cause

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

was in the fifth grade when the ideals of justice and civil rights were emblazoned into the mind of the man who has spent much of his storied career fighting for diversity and equity in education. In 2000, he was appointed UT System’s vice president of equity and diversity, a role he held until retiring in 2014. Theotis Robinson Jr.

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Staying Woke for A Cause

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

was in the fifth grade when the ideals of justice and civil rights were emblazoned into the mind of the man who has spent much of his storied career fighting for diversity and equity in education. In 2000, he was appointed UT System’s vice president of equity and diversity, a role he held until retiring in 2014. Theotis Robinson Jr.

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An Equity and Access Champion

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As an assistant professor of educational leadership and policy studies (ELPS) and coordinator of the college student personnel program at University of Tennessee, Knoxville, she is working to achieve that goal with her scholarship and her administrative responsibilities. Cristobal Salinas Jr.,

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Dr. Jessica T. DeCuir-Gunby Selected to Lead USC Race and Equity Center

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DeCuir-Gunby, a prominent educational psychologist and racial equity expert who is on the faculty at the USC Rossier School of Education, has been named the next executive director of the USC Race and Equity Center. I am excited about the opportunity to serve as the next executive director of the USC Race and Equity Center,” she said.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Outreach efforts include education on financial aid options, including grants, scholarships and aid for undocumented students. We aim to eliminate equity gaps and continue to transform our institution into a Hispanic-graduating institution.” The number of bachelor’s degrees awarded to Latinx students has grown.

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Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig Awarded 2022 Linda C. Tillman Social and Racial Justice Award

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig The award – named after diversity and equity advocate Linda C. Tillman – recognizes and commends Vasquez Heilig’s work towards equity in education. Vasquez Heilig’s scholarly work is extensive, and he is well known for his scholarship regarding racial inequities in the U.S.’s s education system.

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