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DECEMBER 4, 2022

Cynthia Pickett will become the Presidential Associate for Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) at Cal Poly Pomona (CPP), effective Dec. Her scholarly work is in matters of social identity, intergroup relations, the self, social cognition, social inclusion and belonging, and inclusive scientific practices.

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JUNE 23, 2023

Jonelle Knox When I reviewed the question posed to me about [re]engaging the college community, I started thinking about a missed opportunity that many colleges and university leaders are not taking advantage of; the collaboration of student affairs and human resources to create [re]engagement activities.

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MAY 30, 2023

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. This collaboration allows us to remain proactive in meeting the holistic needs of Black student-athletes."

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JULY 6, 2023

Wayne Gersie will become vice president for equity and inclusion at Quinnipiac University, effective Jul. Quinnipiac is already progressing in building a culture of inclusive excellence. Quinnipiac is already progressing in building a culture of inclusive excellence. I’m inspired by its ambitious vision for the future.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Collaborations between Virginia Tech and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) or other minority-serving institutions (MSIs) have led to 15 research projects supported by grant funding. This effort is one of several seed investment programs by Virginia Tech’s Institute for Critical Technology and Applied Science (ICTAS).to

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

As I reflect on my journey through higher education, I find myself looking back on a career that began in the small, rural community of Calhoun in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was there that I first understood the profound impact that education could have on a person’s life.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and NCAA Office of Inclusion have launched multiple programming initiatives for adaptive sports, sports for people with disabilities. The initiatives will be implemented across the Women’s Final Four, Drake Relays and ITA Fall National Championships.

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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.

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MAY 22, 2024

The EDTECH Africa announcement came during a recent special Kenyan state visit to Atlanta planned to address investments for a shared future through higher education. It is aimed at cultivating educational exchanges in collaboration with the Government of Kenya, the U.S.,

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OCTOBER 9, 2024

It’s easy these days to feel pessimistic about the state of higher education. Amid these tensions, Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) represent a promising opportunity to reinvigorate and expand the national higher education narrative. We conclude with calls to action for eHSI leaders.

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MAY 23, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, the role of governing boards, such as the Board of Trustees, is of paramount importance. I define academic acumen as a wide range of knowledge and skills related to teaching, research, and knowledge creation within the higher education context.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

When it comes to equity in higher education, Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson has been a leader. Gilkerson also served as vice president of academic and student affairs at Contra Costa College and was the inaugural diversity, inclusion, and innovation officer for the Contra Costa Community College District. I mean, it’s been incredible.”

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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.

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DECEMBER 4, 2023

Affirmative action policies have been instrumental in increasing access and opportunities for historically marginalized groups in higher education. Removing this critical tool for addressing historical inequities and promoting diversity requires institutions to adapt their approaches to fostering inclusion.

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OCTOBER 3, 2024

For years, advocates for higher education in prison programs worked to see Pell Grants reintroduced for incarcerated individuals. We’re looking at this unique intersection of two really big systems—the correctional system and the higher education system meet at college-in-prison programs,” said Pokornowski.

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JANUARY 16, 2024

Danielle Lopez has been appointed the inaugural director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) for Accessibility Services at Hudson County Community College (HCCC). I am very happy to be a part of Hudson County Community College, where diversity, equity, and inclusion is valued and lived,” said Lopez. “I

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AUGUST 20, 2023

Higher education institutions have the power to be catalysts for socioeconomic mobility and drivers of economic policy that creates opportunities for underserved communities. Through cutting-edge research, faculty and students can work collaboratively with industry partners to develop pioneering technologies and solutions.

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OCTOBER 2, 2023

From Humble Beginnings to Leading Higher Education Advocacy: My Journey October 2, 2023 — by Kimberly Jones Becoming COE president, I strive for educational equity, inspired by my parents’ resilience and belief in transformative education for all. Recognizing her potential, they urged her to pursue higher education.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A dozen higher education institutions have been selected to participate in the Equitable and Inclusive Curriculum-to-Career Models Project, according to the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U). This work is necessary for advancing higher education, student success, and our economy.”

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NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Lewis The International Conference on Urban Education (ICUE) has become the sought-after space where ideas are shared, and collaborations are formed. Lewis, the director of the Urban Education Collaborative and the Carol Grotnes Belk Distinguished Professor in Urban Education at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

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MARCH 6, 2023

Altheia Richardson will become the first chief diversity officer and vice president for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at Newberry College, effective mid-May, The Newberry Observer reported. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience leading diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging initiatives in higher education.

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MARCH 29, 2024

Recognizing and valuing this diversity is the cornerstone of cultivating an inclusive learning environment in the community college setting. In an era of increasing diversity and globalization, institutions are challenged to foster environments that are not only fair and just but also inclusive of diverse cultural perspectives.

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JANUARY 29, 2024

Rhodes College joins the collective of 137 public and private colleges and universities nationwide who work collaboratively to expand access and opportunity for highly talented low- and moderate-income students. ATI, formed in 2016, comprises regional and flagship public institutions and leading private colleges and universities.

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APRIL 8, 2024

Within professional environments, microaggressions persist as a pervasive and often overlooked force, representing one of the most significant challenges to equity and inclusion. Throughout my time in healthcare education and my own personal journey, I have heard from students about their experiences being the target of microaggressions.

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JANUARY 3, 2023

Dr. LaVar Charleston is the deputy vice chancellor for diversity & inclusion, vice provost and chief diversity officer at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Eventually, both became Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) leaders. We’ve worked for nearly two decades collaboratively to figure out how to approach this work.”

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EAB

AUGUST 9, 2023

Blogs Trauma-informed practices in higher education: Building support communities from the top down August 9, 2023 Joanna Krueger Associate Professor of Chemistry, UNC Charlotte The views and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of EAB.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2024

This is so much more than a traditional real estate project or campus housing development—it’s a statement about what higher education can be for all of us – those who attend our schools and those who do not,” said Dr. Michael J. Through a collaboration between Wells Fargo and T.D. Sorrell, President of Paul Quinn College. “We

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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., As the U.S.

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AUGUST 14, 2023

She spoke about how she went from avoiding to embracing administrative leadership, the pandemic's lessons about collaboration and community, and her view of what it will take to reenergize higher ed. How do you keep collaboration going when not everybody is in-person? So I acted like I was running my research group.

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MARCH 20, 2023

research universities for an initiative to improve diversity and inclusion in higher education. Diversity is a core value of our institution, and collaboration is essential in order to address the common challenges we share across institutions of higher learning,” said UChicago Provost Dr. Ka Yee C. Dr. Ka Yee C.

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JANUARY 25, 2023

The National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) has launched its DEI Data Lab , a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) online initiative to more widely share NSC Research Center data. At the Clearinghouse — a nonprofit created by and for the higher education community — we are invested in seeing that all learners reach their full potential.

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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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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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FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Carnevale from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce makes a compelling case that U.S. Leadership also requires an ability to advance a multi-layered, actionable strategy through a series of short-term racial equity efforts that demonstrate what is achievable through effective implementation and collaboration.

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MAY 14, 2024

As the pursuit of higher education becomes increasingly competitive and demanding, the focus on academic achievements often overshadows the personal battles that many Ph.D. Changing academic culture to be more inclusive and accommodating necessitates bold and proactive steps. students face behind the scenes.

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JANUARY 17, 2023

Shepherd’s scholarly work focuses on educational leadership, family-professional partnerships, collaborative teaming, and implementation of inclusive policies and practices.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2023

“I applaud [Harvard President Larry Bacow’s] vision and Harvard’s hopes for a more inclusive future for higher education,” Simmons said. Harvard’s recognition that HBCUs have much to contribute is a welcome and timely message.”

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