Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 16, 2024

Partnership with Native Americans offers scholarships, college grants, emergency funding, college readiness camps, and literacy and school supplies through its American Indian Education Program to improve Native students’ access to higher education.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 30, 2023

When it comes to improving mental health equity on college campuses, more work just needs to be done, mental health experts said during a webinar Wednesday. We look at their race, their ethnicities, their service and access to languages, and the barriers that they face. It’s not enough to make statements.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The historic gains made in recent years resulted from colleges and universities across the country focusing on eliminating disparities in educational access and student access based on race, gender, and socioeconomic status. Many declined to enroll in the first place.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Following up plans for educational access and equity with actions has become the hallmark of Grand Valley State University, which has a statewide presence in Michigan. Bernal, chief of staff to the president and vice president for inclusion and equity. After the death of George Floyd in 2020, Dr. Philomena V.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Dr. Brooke Vick, chief diversity officer, associate provost for equity and inclusion, and coordinator of the new DEI certificate program at Muhlenberg College. Dr. Brooke Vick, chief diversity officer and associate provost for equity and inclusion at Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pa.,

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 8, 2023

The City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) have made a pledge for educational equity, and institutional and organizational partnerships will help make that pledge a reality. Executing the vision will take collaboration, resources and data-driven solutions. But CCC has committed to reaching a 55% completion rate for all by fiscal year 2032. “We

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Incoming transfer students can enroll in courses early to guarantee that they have access to coursework. Necessary support is provided through GANAS (Gaining Access ’AND Academic Success), an innovative access and retention program that serves community college transfer students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

And he is doing his part as director of policy and advocacy in California at The Institute for College Access and Success (TICAS), an independent, nonprofit research and policy organization. He’s a great asset in California.” Initially, I aspired to be a lawyer.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 24, 2024

Studying the data, intentional collaboration, and asking students what they need are keys to improving outcomes. Department of Education (ED) and the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) held the Attaining College Excellence and Equity Summit: Holistic Advising and Wraparound Services in Washington, D.C. On Wednesday, the U.S.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 10, 2024

Women of Color Education Collaborative (WOCEC), a new nonprofit organization, has sprung up to address the lack of diversity among K-12 superintendents in the nation. When women come together and develop trust and community, we create a foundation for collaboration, support, and lasting positive change in our communities.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 1, 2024

The power of collaboration and the importance of building paths for others to follow were topics , front and center , during the 2024 White House Summit on STEMM Equity and Excellence. The alliance launched in 2022 at the first White House Summit on STEMM Equity and Excellence. And we just can't let more time go by.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Drawing on my experience as a mental health counselor and DEI practitioner, I offer practical advice and strategies to help CDOs weather this crisis while maintaining their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Collaborative efforts amplify the impact of DEI work and provide a broader base of support in times of adversity.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Christian is one of our nation’s most dynamic college leaders, with a demonstrated record of collaboration and results in the Central Valley,” said California Gov. Christian to ensure our community colleges are engines of equity and opportunity.” Sonya Christian Christian is chancellor of the Kern Community College District. “Dr.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 5, 2023

Across the country, state legislators have been debating—and in several cases passing— legislation that censors teaching and learning, threatens academic freedom, and limits or eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion offices and efforts both on and off campuses. Community engagement requires a holistic and campus-wide approach.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 21, 2024

As a first-generation college student, a Black woman, and the child of immigrants, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in higher education. Use your platform to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within your university.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

DECEMBER 20, 2023

We welcomed new colleagues, celebrated a long-time equity champion , and commemorated 30 years of advancing equitable college access and success. Policy and Advocacy We engaged with federal, state, and institutional policymakers, to advance policies that improve data, access, affordability, and quality in higher education.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 27, 2024

Despite these promising prospects, it is crucial to acknowledge that the rapid progress in technology and related fields may not be accompanied by equity unless intentional efforts are made. To maximize the potential of outstanding math teachers, it is imperative to invest in professional development.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 8, 2023

Endrijonas brings a strong commitment to the work we do for student access and success,” said SBCC Board President Jonathan Abboud. She has demonstrated that she is equity and antiracism focused, transparent and collaborative.” in history from the University of Southern California.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 27, 2023

Joining the CVS Health Community Equity Alliance are Meharry Medical College , Sinai Chicago, and Wayne State University, to which CVS Health will give funding to for initiatives. Alliance members will also share best practices and integrate lessons learned into CVS’s health equity strategy.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

JULY 23, 2024

Higher education leaders, institutions, and systems need data that are accurate, accessible, and disaggregated by race and ethnicity in ways that reflect the increasing diversity of today’s students. IHEP and the Postsecondary Data Collaborative have long advocated for greater disaggregation of higher education data.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The award recognizes graduate students demonstrating exemplary promise as future higher education leaders and committed to academic innovation in equity, community engagement, and teaching and learning. Patricia Cross Future Leaders Award.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Many of these students face economic hardships, insufficient access to mentorship, and a lack of preparatory resources, all of which contribute to their struggle in navigating the medical education landscape. This is not just a matter of equity; it’s a matter of quality in healthcare. Dr. Marcus A.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 1, 2024

Rana is also director of the annual International Conference on Stigma , which — when it convenes in November — will enable the college to train college-age peer educators to use performing arts engagement to raise awareness and promote access. Black women were 54% of new HIV diagnoses in 2021 among women, age 16 and older, in the U.S.,

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Affirmative action policies have been instrumental in increasing access and opportunities for historically marginalized groups in higher education. Zoom) communities of practice that allow administrators to work collaboratively to reflect on best practices and implement appropriate strategies.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Expansion and diversity in higher education (1980s-1990s) During the 1980s and 1990s, higher education in the United States underwent transformative changes marked by a significant expansion in access and a growing emphasis on diversity. The Future of Higher Education: How Colleges Can Transform Their Financial Strategies.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 21, 2023

Thomas Stewart, vice chancellor for Social Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, was named as the inaugural executive director of CRI. Dr. Thomas Stewart, vice chancellor for Social Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, was named as the inaugural executive director of CRI.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

By: Mamie Voight Earlier this spring, IHEP reached an important milestone: 30 years of developing research to address the nation’s most pressing higher education challenges and promoting college access and success for all students. Supreme Court decisions make reversing those trends both more difficult and more critical than ever.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 29, 2024

As the call for equity for all students grows louder, community college educators (and other sector leaders) seek to implement equity initiatives to decrease outcome disparities. This author argues that cultural responsiveness and institutional policies and practices must be deeply integrated into the equity conversation.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 29, 2023

He also addressed utilizing evidence-based issues like homelessness and systemic barriers for people without access to mental health physicalities, recognizing trauma as a public health issue, and reframing the language in mental health through early detection screenings and in-person community screening events. Funded by a $1.4 and James L.

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Active Minds

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In addition, implementing programs and workshops that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion can make a significant difference for staff. Encourage collaboration, flexibility, and work-life balance. Provide Access to Resources : Ensure that teachers have access to mental health resources and support networks.

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Active Minds

AUGUST 6, 2024

These smaller gatherings allowed attendees to dive deeper into specific topics like promoting health equity and empowering young people to work toward policy reform in their communities. Join our email list for exclusive access. fostering intimate discussions. Search #ActiveMindsCon24 to find posts from attendees, as well!

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 18, 2023

By supporting these institutions, we move closer to unlocking sustainable equity for the next generation of diverse tech talent and meaningfully expand pathways to the tech industry,” said Google Chief Diversity Officer Melonie Parker. The $1 million gift to Morehouse will support the construction of the new Morehouse College Student Center.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

MAY 1, 2024

“It wasn’t always easy to know where to go if I needed advice on what classes to take, what to declare for my major, how to get financial aid,” Cardona shared in a keynote at last week’s Attaining College Excellence and Equity Summit. Not knowing where to find guidance is a common challenge faced by many of today’s college students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The new scholarship will support students, especially those from historically underrepresented communities or those with professional commitments to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. The program also offers non-traditional students an accessible and affordable pathway into the field, Puras said. “We

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EAB

DECEMBER 20, 2022

How to Build a Sustainable Model for Student Equity and Increase Student Success. With this in mind, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte decided to evaluate its institutional policies through an equity lens using EAB’s 360-Degree Student Equity Audit. Were there any other reasons that pushed you to complete this audit?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 3, 2023

Eventually, both became Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) leaders. They collaborate on projects that improve access to graduate school for under-resourced students and students of color. We’ve worked for nearly two decades collaboratively to figure out how to approach this work.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

You cannot survive in this new higher education ecosystem without creating collaborations,” says Pierre, who adds that despite funding challenges, Southern remains an affordable institution. With the attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion within higher education, HBCUs are “even more relevant and important today,” he says.

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