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Beyond Implicit and Explicit Bias: A Transformative Guide for Educational Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion continue to be at the forefront of educational discourse, Kizarts contribution stands out for its practical approach to understanding and counteracting specific biases that often undermine well-intentioned equity efforts. The books greatest strength lies in its practicality.

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Southern University Launches Academy to Diversify K-12 Leadership Pipeline

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"Our goal is to not only prepare skilled leaders for the superintendency, but also to help increase the diversity of those leaders, which is vital for creating equitable, inclusive school systems nationwide," said Southern University A&M College Chancellor John K. The benefits are far-reaching."

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Columbia Journalism School Waives Application Fee

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The school announced the move as part of its efforts, known as the CJS2030 strategic initiatives, to foster an inclusive media landscape. Applications to the journalism school for 2025-26 opened Aug. Jelani Cobb Student prospects now can apply to degree programs in Columbia Journalism School at no cost.

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

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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. Now its just The Center.

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New College of Florida Interim President Richard Corcoran Asks Seven Faculty to Withdraw Tenure Applications

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

New College of Florida Interim President Richard Corcoran has asked seven faculty members to withdraw their tenure applications ahead of an April board of trustees meeting, according to faculty union president Dr. Steven Shipman, the Tampa Bay Times reported.

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AccessLex Provides Update to Legal Education Data Deck in New Release

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In 2024, White applicants received offers of admission at nearly twice the rate of their Black counterparts, with 79% of white applicants receiving at least one acceptance compared to just 45% of Black applicants. Asian applicants fared better with a 69% admission rate, but still below the overall average of 69%.

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Community College Student Leaders Selected for Prestigious DREAM Scholars Program

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The selected scholars, who emerged from a competitive application process, will convene in Philadelphia this month for ATD's annual DREAM conference. Carpenter, ATD's director of equitable programming and inclusive learning. Each year, the cohort of DREAM Scholars brings a fresh perspective on the student experience," said Francesca I.