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Federal Fumbles and Candidate Silence. How the Next Administration Can Support Education Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 28, 2024

As we enter the final countdown to the election, I find myself grappling with a nagging sense of abandonment by our nation’s leaders and policymakers. I feel like a child whose parents forgot to pick them up at school, and the last teacher on site is asking, “Do you need me to call someone?”

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Demotion of USC Administrator Leads to Accusations of Racism

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 6, 2023

USC declined to make administrators available for interviews with Diverse. The USC Chan Justice Collective is calling for Anvarizadeh’s reinstatement, a public apology, and the resignation of two administrators who they say were involved in her demotion. “I really think that she’s so powerful that they felt threatened,” she said. “Dr.

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Audit of Gallaudet University Shows Significant Administrative Salary Increases Amid Stagnant Academic Spending and Faculty Salaries

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

A new audit of Gallaudet University has shown that administrative salary rose by 107% ($11.3 The evidence is clear that Gallaudet has very high and increasing administrative costs,” Bunsis writes about the private university that educates the deaf and hard of hearing. million) since 2019.

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Sonoma State President Placed on Administrative Leave

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 16, 2024

Mike Lee California State University Sonoma President Dr. Mike Lee was placed on administrative leave after he agreed to protesters’ demands to involve them in university decision-making and pursue divestment from Israel.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

Whether you are an L&D expert, an educator, or an administrator, and regardless of the school or professional demographic you're targeting, your students and trainees will see immediate benefits!

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Scholars Respond to the Death of a University Administrator

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 17, 2024

In the days following her suicide, Moseley went on paid administrative leave while the school hired a a third party to review “potential personnel issues and concerns.” This is all documented and emails sent.” She also noted in the email about receiving a poor professional evaluation from Moseley.

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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 22, 2025

Rather than accepting this as inevitable, his administration launched a comprehensive analysis of student data, policies, and practices. By taking a careful look at course offerings and degree pathways, the administration has streamlined the road to graduation.

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Xavier Mourns Former Administrator, Civil Rights Champion Sybil Haydel Morial

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Haydel Morial was a member of Xavier University’s class of 1952, a known champion of civil rights, and a long-serving administrator at the historically Black Catholic university in New Orleans. “She

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Academic Freedom Under Strain as One-Third of Faculty Report Growing Restrictions, National Survey Finds

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 8, 2025

of faculty believe their institution's administration is under increased pressure from trustees or regents to avoid negative publicity, while 38.6% The study found that 40.7% note similar pressure from state legislatures.

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Parnell Named President of NASPA — Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 21, 2024

Amelia Parnell, vice president for research and policy at NASPA — Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education was named the organization’s president. Parnell begins her term July 1, succeeding Dr. Kevin Kruger, who has held the post since 2012.

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A Pioneer for Change - Dr. Brittany Williams

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 14, 2025

Title: Assistant Professor of Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration, University of Vermont Tenured: No Age: 34 Education: B.A. Dr. Brittany Williams, an assistant professor of higher education and student affairs administration at the University of Vermont (UVM), always had a knack for Dr. Brittany Williams learning.

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Murray State University Names Dr. Ron K. Patterson as 15th President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 12, 2025

Before his presidency at Chadron State, Patterson served in various administrative roles at the University of North Alabama, including associate vice president for enrollment management, chief enrollment officer, and special assistant to the president for diversity and inclusion.

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New FSA Webinars Provide Updated Guidance on Academic Calendars and Title IV Program Administration

College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Participants are encouraged to ask… More New FSA Webinars Provide Updated Guidance on Academic Calendars and Title IV Program Administration The post New FSA Webinars Provide Updated Guidance on Academic Calendars and Title IV Program Administration first appeared on College Aid Services.

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Columbia College Chicago Names Dr. Shantay N. Bolton as First Woman of Color President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 18, 2025

Bolton comes to Columbia from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where she serves as executive vice president of administration and finance and chief business officer. Prior to Georgia Tech, Bolton held administrative positions at Washington University in St. At Georgia Tech, she managed a $3.1

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Working to Keep Minoritized Students Safe - Dr. Kaleb Briscoe

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 26, 2025

I was always advocating for students rights and issues, working with administration, leaders, and university presidents advocating for university students, says Briscoe of her time at ASU. Her mentors at ASU, Briscoe says, truly encouraged her to understand the significance of education and valuing Black thought.

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College Campuses Must Respond to the Pressing Needs on Mental Health and Wellness

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Jay Ruderman Amid the ongoing mental health crisis among young adults, it is incumbent upon college administrators nationwide to conduct thorough examinations on the availability and extent of their mental health services and wellness resources for students.

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Dr. Lester McCorn Selected to Lead Paine College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

I relish the opportunity to collaborate with Paine College's trustees, administrators, alumni, students, faculty, stakeholders, and civic and business leaders to realize our vision for higher education excellence."

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New SREB Report Advocates for Accessible and High-Quality Pathways to Attract and Retain Teachers in the Classroom

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Arguably, we're going to eventually see an impact on leadership in schools, because if we aren't creating enough teachers, we're also not going to be creating enough administrators,” said Pruitt in an interview with Diverse. “If

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UNCF Honors Maryland Governor Wes Moore

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Maryland is home to four of the best HBCUs in the country — and we know our state would be incomplete without them — and that’s why the Moore-Miller Administration is proud to work in partnership with UNCF to uplift our HBCUs and their students,” said Moore.

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Community College Leader Dr. Walter Bumphus to Step Down After Transformative Era

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Under Bumphus's leadership, community colleges strengthened their position as essential providers of affordable education and workforce training, working closely with four presidential administrations to advance their mission. His achievements have been widely recognized, including receiving the ACCT Marie Y.

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Report: Higher Education Administration Pay Soars as Faculty Pay Lags

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 26, 2024

Real average salaries for full-time faculty members remain below pre-pandemic levels, according to a report released by the American Association of University Professors (AAUP).

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Western Michigan University Provost Heilig Steps Down After Two Years of Record-Breaking Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 30, 2025

Under his administration, the university strengthened its academic programs while focusing on equity and student success. For now, Heilig said that he will return to education policy scholarship and research, which he described as a transformative moment in politics, higher education, and society.

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Scholars at AABHE Conference Discuss Strategic Responses to Anti-DEI Legislation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 31, 2025

College and university administrators should be strategic about how they respond to government attempts to root out diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives (DEI) on campus. Heath urged program administrators to study the legislative efforts to curtail DEI on campus before they make any changes. Sylvester James (Jim) Gates, Jr.

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Report: Community Colleges Are Leaving Millions in Medicaid Funding on the Table

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 24, 2025

A growing number of administrators are trying to offer that help to students but struggle to afford the costs. When asked why they choose not to claim Medicaid reimbursements for eligible services, community college administrators listed several reasons, including the lack of capacity to manage the Medicaid billing process.

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Paradigm Shift: DEI, Anti-DEI, or Underrepresentation?

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 8, 2024

In kicking off the panel, Mathis recognized the likely diversity of, and respect for, varying contexts and cultures represented among participants, including community college trustees, senior administrators, and other state and association leaders from across the country. Mathis serves as Senior Professor and Senior Director at the John E.

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Marist College Announces Historic Transition to University Status

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 5, 2025

Despite the name change, administrators emphasize that Marist will maintain its commitment to small class sizes and personalized attention that have been hallmarks of its educational approach for the past 95 years.

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Mississippi Delta Community College Picks Its Next Leader

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Dr. Steven Jones Jones currently serves as Vice President of Administrative and Student Services at the College located in the city of Moorhead. in higher education administration from The University of Southern Mississippi, along with a certificate in diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace from the University of South Florida.

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Law School Admission Council Names Sudha Setty as New President and CEO

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 6, 2025

Setty's appointment follows a national search led by Marcilynn Burke, dean of Tulane Law School, and Rebecca Scheller, chief administrative officer at the University of Wisconsin Law School. Sudha has a compelling vision for LSAC and will inspire us all to even greater achievements," said Scheller.

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Paul Quinn College to Create an Innovative Housing Model and a Mixed-Use Community

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Jakes Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, the first graduate program the school’s history. Jakes Foundation, Paul Quinn College received another $236,000 earlier this year to build the Corporate Work Program and housing security funds. The college has also partnered with the Jakes Divinity School since 2023 to offer a T.D.

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Former DEI Officer Files Discrimination Lawsuit Against Milwaukee Area Technical College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 8, 2025

Prior to her role at MATC, Martinez Powless accumulated 17 years of higher education experience at Marquette University and MATC, working in administration, enrollment, student affairs, and multicultural outreach. Martin has since retired, and the college is now led by President Anthony Cruz, who is Hispanic.

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Forging a Bond: Black and Jewish Communities

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The UNCF (United Negro College Fund) and Robert Kraft’s Foundation brought a diverse group of Black and Jewish students, faculty and administrators together for a series of Unity Dinners across the nation. The dinners - which kicked off at the National Civil and Human Rights Museum in Atlanta before moving to George Washington University in D.C.

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Higher Ed Leaders Rally to Protect DEI Initiatives

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 8, 2025

Pickett drew a parallel to current DEI challenges that these frontline administrators are facing. When he asked her why she did this, she responded, "We have to understand that we have a responsibility for our own and to take care of our own. So, what I'm doing is investing in our community."

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Saint Augustine’s University Cuts Half of Employees to Prepare for Accreditation Review

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Saint Augustine’s University—a historically Black college and university in North Carolina—has announced plans to cut half of its employees as administrators, amid financial challenges.

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Active Minds Celebrates Surpassing 1,000 K-12 Schools in 1,000 Days: A Historic Milestone for Youth Mental Health

Active Minds

APRIL 2, 2025

As the leading nonprofit that mobilizes youth and young adults to drive meaningful change in mental health, Active Minds tirelessly works to reach students, educators, and administrators where it matters most. But, even more, it shows how dedicated and passionate the students, educators and administrators are who have supported our work.

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The Importance of Immigrant-Origin Students to Two Campuses, Higher Education, and the USA

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 13, 2025

Right now, that includes anxiety among some students, graduates, and staff wondering about their futures in this country given the potential end of programs such as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and some of the immigration policy pledges of the incoming administration.

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Dr. Kathy E. Johnson, University of New Orleans

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 6, 2025

Johnson has more than 30 years of higher education experience as a faculty member, researcher and administrator. She is currently the president of the University of New Orleans.

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Supreme Court's Hollow Ruling One Year Later: Asian American and Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Students Left Behind in the Pursuit of a 'Race-Blind' Agenda’

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Department of Education projects that the number of Asian American and NHPI students enrolling in college will grow by 12% in the next four years.

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Southern University Launches Academy to Diversify K-12 Leadership Pipeline

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The program, branded as a "Leadership Level Up," is specifically designed to bridge the gap between classroom leadership and district-wide administration. It offers participants practical experience in handling day-to-day district operations while building crucial relationships with school boards and community stakeholders.

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Cultivating Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders: The H.E.L.F. Foundation Effect

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The four-day convening will include administrators, faculty members, policy makers, and innovators interested in the latest trends and strategies for enhancing educational practices and leadership. But we look at them as absolute crisis-related departures and I think we really need to move away from that.” From May 12-14th, H.E.L.F.

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Westmoreland County Community College Names Dr. Kristin Mallory as New President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

A seasoned education leader with extensive experience in academic administration, college officials say that Mallory brings a proven track record of enhancing student success and developing workforce programs.

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Report Details How Titles III and V of the Higher Education Act Could Better Serve Students of Color and Low-Income Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 31, 2024

This report is intended to inform policymakers and legislators about legislative and administrative changes needed to prioritize the success of institutions that serve underserved students. It’s about all the other pieces that impact their lives and often make it difficult for them to put their attention fully on their academic path.”

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Honoring Excellence in Urban Teaching

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

As a Black woman, I love that so many of my kids look like me,” said Thompson, who adds that the parents, the school administrators and the other teachers have cultivated a family-like atmosphere at the school and have been a champion for her success. At 25, Thompson is already making a difference.

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The Educator’s Guide to Self-Care in Uncertain Times

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

As colleges and universities begin to feel the pain of budget deficits, reduced student enrollments, rollbacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, questions of bloated administrations, and the like, it is essential to remember what your responsibility is and what is not.

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Higher education Educational leadership Humanities Inclusion

California Sets Ambitious 70% College Attainment Goal Amid Persistent Equity Gaps

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The foundation emphasizes the need to focus on both recent high school graduates and adult learners returning to education.

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Equity Tutoring Mentoring First generation

Federal Fumbles and Candidate Silence. How the Next Administration Can Support Education Equity

Demotion of USC Administrator Leads to Accusations of Racism

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Audit of Gallaudet University Shows Significant Administrative Salary Increases Amid Stagnant Academic Spending and Faculty Salaries

Sonoma State President Placed on Administrative Leave

Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Scholars Respond to the Death of a University Administrator

Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Xavier Mourns Former Administrator, Civil Rights Champion Sybil Haydel Morial

Academic Freedom Under Strain as One-Third of Faculty Report Growing Restrictions, National Survey Finds

Parnell Named President of NASPA — Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education

A Pioneer for Change - Dr. Brittany Williams

Murray State University Names Dr. Ron K. Patterson as 15th President

New FSA Webinars Provide Updated Guidance on Academic Calendars and Title IV Program Administration

Columbia College Chicago Names Dr. Shantay N. Bolton as First Woman of Color President

Working to Keep Minoritized Students Safe - Dr. Kaleb Briscoe

College Campuses Must Respond to the Pressing Needs on Mental Health and Wellness

Dr. Lester McCorn Selected to Lead Paine College

New SREB Report Advocates for Accessible and High-Quality Pathways to Attract and Retain Teachers in the Classroom

UNCF Honors Maryland Governor Wes Moore

Community College Leader Dr. Walter Bumphus to Step Down After Transformative Era

Report: Higher Education Administration Pay Soars as Faculty Pay Lags

Western Michigan University Provost Heilig Steps Down After Two Years of Record-Breaking Progress

Scholars at AABHE Conference Discuss Strategic Responses to Anti-DEI Legislation

Report: Community Colleges Are Leaving Millions in Medicaid Funding on the Table

Paradigm Shift: DEI, Anti-DEI, or Underrepresentation?

Marist College Announces Historic Transition to University Status

Mississippi Delta Community College Picks Its Next Leader

Law School Admission Council Names Sudha Setty as New President and CEO

Paul Quinn College to Create an Innovative Housing Model and a Mixed-Use Community

Former DEI Officer Files Discrimination Lawsuit Against Milwaukee Area Technical College

Forging a Bond: Black and Jewish Communities

Higher Ed Leaders Rally to Protect DEI Initiatives

Saint Augustine’s University Cuts Half of Employees to Prepare for Accreditation Review

Active Minds Celebrates Surpassing 1,000 K-12 Schools in 1,000 Days: A Historic Milestone for Youth Mental Health

The Importance of Immigrant-Origin Students to Two Campuses, Higher Education, and the USA

Dr. Kathy E. Johnson, University of New Orleans

Supreme Court's Hollow Ruling One Year Later: Asian American and Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Students Left Behind in the Pursuit of a 'Race-Blind' Agenda’

Southern University Launches Academy to Diversify K-12 Leadership Pipeline

Cultivating Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders: The H.E.L.F. Foundation Effect

Westmoreland County Community College Names Dr. Kristin Mallory as New President

Report Details How Titles III and V of the Higher Education Act Could Better Serve Students of Color and Low-Income Students

Honoring Excellence in Urban Teaching

The Educator’s Guide to Self-Care in Uncertain Times

California Sets Ambitious 70% College Attainment Goal Amid Persistent Equity Gaps

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