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When We Defund Education, We Defund Teacher Diversity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy What happens when we strip education of its resources, devalue its professionals, and politicize its purpose? Were finding out in real-time, and nowhere are the consequences more alarming than in our efforts to diversify the educator workforce. America is undergoing a calculated retreat in federal education policy. From the rise of anti-DEI rhetoric to the elimination of critical educator preparation grants and the erosion of support for education research at the Institu

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May 1st is Decision Day: What You Need to Know Before Committing

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

As May 1st approaches, high school seniors must decide which college to attend, and its completely normal to feel both excited and overwhelmed. Decision Day is your deadline for committing to one school. Its a chance for students to make their final decisions about their plans for next year! Not sure how to make your decision? Heres a guide to help you make a confident choice.

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Embracing You—A Guide to Self-Acceptance

Steve Keating

Lifes a rollercoaster, and were constantly being pushed to be better, do better, and achieve more. But lets be real, accepting yourself as you are feels like a radical act. Just to be clear, self-acceptance isnt about settling or giving up on growthits about embracing your true self, flaws and all, and being just fine with who you are right now. But thats easier said than done, right?