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Where is the Love? Compassionate Pedagogy is Needed Now More Than Ever Before

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In this practice, educators are committed to the success of historically marginalized student subgroups by countering oppressive pedagogies. This happens by first acknowledging structural issues and then reducing negative impacts on students (Hill et al.,

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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

An Inclusive Approach As educators passionate about and dedicated to the success of our students, we have an obligation to step in and play a role in alleviating this issue. A primary component of this approach involves integrating mental health support with other basic student wellness services.

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Navigating Pathways to Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In my 30-year journey as a university president, I learned that successful leaders are not those who simply speak quickly, but rather those who learn to listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions. Institutions now must adapt to a world where international collaboration is crucial for research, innovation, and cultural exchange.

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NCAA Sponsors 2023 Black Student Athlete Summit and Names Champions of Diversity and Inclusion

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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. In particular, their support of eight HBCU Fellows allows the summit to expand our reach to student-athletes at HBCUs. "In

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The Impact of Affirmative Action on the Mental Health of College Students of Color

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The report underscores the importance of creating engaging and welcoming environments in higher education settings that recognize racial trauma, engender trust, and foster collaboration across departments that support student well-being. Dr. Annelle B. Primm is the Steve Fund’s Senior Medical Director.

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Beyond Academia: Recognizing and Supporting Non-Academic Struggles of Ph.D. Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

students face, particularly concerning chronic illnesses and mental health challenges. Such insights underscore the imperative to prioritize holistic support structures within academia to foster student well-being and academic success.

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A Race to Find Diverse Candidates

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Ericka Miller That’s according to interviews with the leadership of academic search firms, many of whom have spent years in higher education and collaborated with both public and private institutions across the U.S. and even around the world to fill key vacancies.