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. For instance, The center that Chancler directs was once known as The Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity. Sylvester James (Jim) Gates, Jr.

Mathematics 278

Mathematics Inclusion Higher education Administration 278

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In the fall of 2018, I was a student organizer for affirmative action and one of eight alumni who took the federal witness stand in the lawsuit Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA), Inc. Students and alumni fought to voice the importance of race-conscious policies, campus diversity, and solidarity among communities of color.

Students 264

Students Retention Access Accessibility 264

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 8, 2024

This fundamental change reversed thinking about the equal protection clause under the 14th Amendment and galvanized states to reconsider their stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). In a perfect world, governing boards and leadership demographics would mirror the student population (Higgs, 2014).

Inclusion 264

Inclusion Leadership Community college Equity 264

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 5, 2025

In a climate where DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is being vilified, this year's panels didn't hold back. Say the words :Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The administration's weaponization of the acronym has become a strategic assault to reassert white supremacy, particularly that of white male dominance.

Literacy 298

Literacy Equity Inclusion Higher education 298

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 30, 2023

Student-athletes, professionals, and athletic influencers convened at the 2023 Black Student Athlete Summit. The Eight HBCU Student-Athlete Fellows The four-day event – the NCAA Department of Inclusion, Education, and Community Engagement (IECE) was a sponsor – was hosted by The University of Southern California.

Inclusion 290

Inclusion Mental health Students Collaboration 290

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Nearly twenty years later, Patterson-Stephens returned to her alma mater in 2021 to become CMU’s Vice President for Inclusive Excellence and Belonging after honing her leadership skills at several other colleges and universities across the nation. Engaging directly with students has been a highlight of Patterson-Stephens’ work. “I

Inclusion 290

Inclusion Student affairs Higher education Mentoring 290

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 25, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS — Despite the growing diversity at higher education institutions across the nation, too many student-athletes still find that they’re the “first” or the “only one” on their team or in their department. That topic was among many issues discussed Thursday at the NCAA Inclusion Forum.

Inclusion 298

Inclusion Facilitation Mentoring First generation 298

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 8, 2025

Milwaukee Area Technical College's inaugural vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion has filed a federal lawsuit against the institution, alleging retaliatory termination after she reported racial and disability discrimination concerns. Martin has since retired, and the college is now led by President Anthony Cruz, who is Hispanic.

Student affairs 290

Student affairs Inclusion Retention Equity 290

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 6, 2025

Chavous, currently vice provost for equity and inclusion and chief diversity officer at the University of Michigan, brings more than 25 years of experience as a scholar, researcher, and academic administrator to the position. "At Levine who has led the organization since 2002.

Educational research 299

Educational research Scholarship Leadership Equity 299

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 6, 2023

The school is “committed to preparing diverse leaders” and pledges “accountability and transparency, as well as consistent engagement to ensure that we create and maintain an inclusive environment.” Students from minoritized backgrounds named her as the primary reason that they had pursued the field.

Administration 347

Administration Administration Teaching Equity 347

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 23, 2025

million students enrolled in colleges and universities. With the demise of affirmative action, threats to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives (DEI), and policies in higher education there might not be an immediate increase in the number of Black men seeking to enroll in higher education. or a little over 850,000 of the 18.6

Higher education 299

Higher education Success Education Facilitation 299

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 4, 2023

As institutions grapple with this shift, they must adopt innovative strategies to maintain their commitment to diversity and inclusion, honor their espoused values, and care for the broad constituencies they serve and support. Evidence suggests that many minoritized students already perceive campus environments as racist.

Student affairs 278

Student affairs Administration Administration Academic advisor 278

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 13, 2024

Shawna Patterson-Stephens, Vice President for Inclusive Excellence and Belonging at Central Michigan University, received the Bobby E. Leach Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion award on Tuesday from NASPA, the association representing student affairs professionals. The Bobby E.

Inclusion 299

Inclusion Student affairs University Higher education 299

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Sorrell Sorrell said that the grant will launch a campus housing initiative that will eventually be accompanied by a larger mixed-use development that includes student and family housing, retail and restaurant spaces, parks, outdoor meeting areas, and classroom facilities—all designed to serve both the campus and the surrounding community.

Grant 306

Grant Scholarship Collaboration Inclusion 306

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 12, 2025

Patterson, a native of Corinth, Mississippi, brings 25 years of higher education experience to Murray State, with particular expertise in enrollment management, diversity and inclusion, and strategic planning. Patterson is a servant leader and a proven collaborator who has a commitment toward excellence."

University 237

University Higher education Collaboration Inclusion 237

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. Our role as educators is to support and uplift all members of the California State University,” said García. “I

Administration 279

Administration Administration Student affairs Inclusion 279

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Brown, is to advance Latino student success in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conducting analysis to inform educational policies and advancing institutional practices. There must be deliberate and continuous assessment to identify and implement strategies that improve Latino student achievement.

Retention 325

Retention Mentoring Financial aid Grant 325

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 20, 2025

Despite ongoing disinvestment, educators remain steadfast in their battlenot only for schools but also for students, families, and the conviction that education fuels a just society. However, that progress was halted when a higher court lifted the Temporary Restraining Order (TRO), allowing the administration to pause funding once again.

Education 275

Education Grant Equity Student loans 275

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.

Leadership 278

Leadership Collaboration Inclusion Equity 278

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 27, 2024

A new Center for Inclusive Excellence and Belonging is being established to foster understanding and harness systemwide resources across 25 CUNY campuses. Thompson To combat hate, the center will also oversee training and strengthen reporting and policy aims to bring consistency and accountability. Thompson Jr.,

Inclusion 229

Inclusion Humanities Faculty Administration 229

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 16, 2024

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

Administration 274

Administration Administration Student affairs Inclusion 274

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 6, 2025

Johnson The allure of a community college presidency lies in the opportunity it affords to effect meaningful change in the lives of our students. Accreditation is the process by which we assure the students and communities we serve that our institutions meet the mark. The college president, however, is responsible for the outcome.

Community college 264

Community college Leadership Humanities Success 264

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Community Colleges Are Well Positioned Historically, equity and inclusion in higher education have been shaped by various legislation and milestones that improved learner access in America. These historical progressions made the relationship between college access and inclusiveness symbiotic.

Community college 244

Community college Access Accessibility Higher education 244

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. Prior to pursuing a career in higher education, Jones served as a senior paralegal and law firm administrator for Michael R. Mississippi Delta Community College has named Dr. Steven J.

Community college 246

Community college Higher education Administration Administration 246

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 15, 2024

As institutions of higher education turn to AI machine learning and data-driven algorithms to make their work more efficient, a new study published in the American Educational Research Association (AERA) peer-reviewed journal , AERA Open , reminds administrators that algorithms can be racially biased. It becomes biased.”

Students 345

Students Educational leadership Financial aid Higher education 345

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Kayon Hall wants to change the way academia thinks about undocumented students. Black and undocumented students are socially and politically left out of the conversation,” said Hall, an assistant professor of higher education administration at Kent State University in Ohio. Black undocumented students] are invisibilized.

Students 356

Students Higher education Inclusion Curriculum 356

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.

Higher education 312

Higher education Educational leadership Humanities Inclusion 312

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Williams was raised Catholic and attended private institutions—he was often the only Black student in his class, or one of the few. He became what he calls “a student for everybody.” “I It’s why, in his late twenties, he chose to volunteer at Georgia State University (GSU), speaking to young college students about his successes.

Placement 279

Placement Inclusion Higher education Access 279

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 5, 2024

While the ruling may have legal implications, its broader societal impact underscores the ongoing struggle against systemic racism and the need for greater awareness, empathy, and advocacy for diversity and inclusion in all aspects of society. Dr. Antonio L. Dr. Phelton C. The fight against discrimination and systemic racism is far from over.

Inclusion 238

Inclusion Equity Collaboration Application 238

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

This also resonates even in my own experience as an administrator; I’ve seen firsthand how programs are shuttered simply because they address so-called “divisive” issues according to politicians. Williams is a doctoral student at The Ohio State University.

Scholarship 290

Scholarship Humanities Inclusion Equity 290

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

I really enjoy meeting and collaborating with colleagues from across the campus, and it just gave me a much larger enterprise view of how education works and operates to support faculty, staff and students, she says. Howard-Baptiste currently serves as the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Affairs at the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga.

Mentoring 298

Mentoring Higher education Leadership development Faculty 298

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 21, 2025

On April 10, the CCP Board of Trustees voted to relieve Generals of his duties, placing him on paid administrative leave until his contract expires in June. Under his leadership, CCP also partnered with the city to create the City College for Municipal Employment last year, aimed at preparing students for careers in local government. "We

Scholarship 158

Scholarship Inclusion Faculty Leadership 158

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.

University 219

University Undergraduate education Retention Grant 219

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 4, 2024

It highlighted the University of Tennessee’s exclusion of Black students. He enrolled along with two other students, that following semester on January 4, 1961, becoming the first African American admitted to the state’s flagship university. To ease students’ paths, Robinson and his family established the Theotis Robinson Jr.

Scholarship 246

Scholarship Equity Teaching Inclusion 246

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 4, 2024

It highlighted the University of Tennessee’s exclusion of Black students. He enrolled along with two other students, that following semester on January 4, 1961, becoming the first African American admitted to the state’s flagship university. To ease students’ paths, Robinson and his family established the Theotis Robinson Jr.

Scholarship 277

Scholarship Equity Teaching Inclusion 277

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Historically, HBCU students and alumni have played a pivotal role in securing the civil rights of not only Black people, but of all marginalized Americans. Dr. Charlie Nelms is a veteran higher education administrator and chancellor emeritus of North Carolina Central University. The war on DEI is being well documented.

Equity 279

Equity Higher education Leadership Inclusion 279

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 6, 2023

As associate director of the university’s Center for Advancement of Teaching, Rahming oversees FSU’s Learning Assistant Program, which has yielded impressive results in helping students excel in some of the school’s high-enrollment, lower-division courses that provide the foundation for learning in late courses.

Student success 277

Student success Success Students Teaching 277