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New Book Centers the Voices of Black Women Department Chairs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dear Department Chair: Letters from Black Women Leaders to the Next Generation is a compelling book about leadership, service, and the importance of mentorship/sponsorship within the academy. The book is edited by Drs. Stephanie Y. Evans, Stephanie Shonekan, and Stephanie G. If you can’t be supportive, leave folks alone,” they write.

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The Importance of LGBTQ+ Rights in Mental Health Culture

Active Minds

With the golden sun of June upon us, we’re diving into the heart of Pride Month, a time for reflecting on strides made in LGBTQ+ rights, acknowledging persistent barriers, and recommitting ourselves to the path of inclusivity and respect for all. Consider volunteering your time or making a donation.

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A Tribute to Dr. James A. Banks — The Father of Multicultural Education: In These Troubling Anti-EDI Times

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A few days ago, I went to my office to get one of my students a book of great interest. This pedagogy exists when teachers modify their teaching to facilitate the achievement of marginalized students – minoritized students and low-income students. The ‘E’ and ‘I’ (equity and inclusion) in EDI are purposeful. · Prejudice Reduction.

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Decolonizing Higher Education Syllabi: Beyond the Aesthetics of the Syllabus

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In short, the syllabus helps to create a structured and organized learning environment, facilitating effective communication and expectations between instructors and students. This involves (re)evaluating and (re)shaping multiple aspects of education to create a more inclusive, diverse, and equitable learning environment. Dr. tavis d.

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Leaders Call for Active Resistance Against Anti-DEI Measures

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NEW YORK – At the National Action Network (NAN) Convention in New York City, social justice leaders gathered to discuss the impact of anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) legislation introduced or signed into law in states like Texas, Florida, and Alabama. That’s the only way we change this on the ground.”

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New Research on BIPOC Mental Health Debuted at Active Minds Conference

Active Minds

The fellows covered topics of the experiences in communication, language, inclusion, and stigma about mental health in Asian communities, the importance and influences of Latine Academic Families and the matriculation of Latine students, and the impact of mental health on first-generation college students. Name: Maico Demi B. Name : Jadon A.

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Breaking Barriers in Finance: The Impact of TRIO on Student Support Services Alumna Ashley Thomas

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Thermo Fisher’s CEO wanted employees to “not just talk the talk, but also walk the walk on diversity and inclusion.” ” In 2020, when Thermo Fisher created a diversity and inclusion (D&I) organization within the company, Thomas volunteered to be part of the finance outreach group.