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I’m ready to share my unapologetic Freedom Dreaming thoughts, the full realization of unapologetic leadership, put into practice, in the name of student success. And while I am always trying to find ways to support community college students, I believe this work can be applied to all higher education institutions.

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JULY 29, 2024

leaving chief diversity officers (CDOs) in higher education feeling embattled and uncertain about their futures. My colleagues in the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education increasingly share stories of shuttered diversity offices, reassignments, and career upheavals.

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OCTOBER 31, 2024

A new report released by The Education Trust titled, “Improving Titles III & V of the Higher Education Act to Better Serve Students of Color and Students from Low-Income Backgrounds” examines how Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) receive funds related to Titles III and V of the Higher Education Act (HEA).

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The Leadership Conference Education Fund has released a policy that offers recommendations at the federal, state, and institutional levels to ensure equal opportunity in higher education. “

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AUGUST 13, 2024

Beard Beard wrote in a letter to some members of FAMU’s senior leadership team that changes in personnel would be necessary for the university to move forward more effectively. However, at this time, we believe that new leadership is essential for the University to achieve its long-term goals.” Dr. Timothy L.

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AUGUST 5, 2024

has announced he will step down as president and CEO of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), the civil rights organization founded in 1957 by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Charles Steele, Jr. Longtime civil rights leader Dr. Charles Steele, Jr., 31 departure.

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OCTOBER 15, 2024

Historically, the leadership of organizations, including institutions of postsecondary education, has rested within the dominant white, cis-gendered male culture. Black Americans slowly gained access to higher education, with Alexander Twilight credited as the first Black man to receive a bachelor’s degree in 1823.

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JANUARY 17, 2024

8, has sparked a national conversation for higher education to dramatically improve its treatment of Black women. I requested to be removed under your leadership and from (the president’s advisory council) as this was causing significant attacks. Some view Candia-Bailey’s tragedy as a sad wake-up call for higher ed.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

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. Welcome to this ongoing conversation about the future of academic leadership. The book is edited by Drs. Stephanie Y.

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JANUARY 5, 2024

The recent announcement of Dr. Claudine Gay’s resignation as president of Harvard University swiftly spread through the news and has been an ongoing conversation, particularly among those within higher education academic communities. Dr. Lori Patton Davis Gay’s resignation was utterly unsurprising and was absolutely necessary.

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JULY 10, 2024

“I am excited to be part of an incredible team committed to igniting and deepening the success of higher education institutions and their leaders in service to their diverse communities.” She also served as a member (2019-2024) and chair (in 2023) of the AAC&U Board of Directors among other leadership roles she has undertaken.

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MARCH 27, 2024

Marion Ross Fedrick Shortly after the appointment was announced, Fedrick wrote in an open letter to the university that “we still have the rest of the semester together to wrap up our strategic plan, focus on a seamless leadership transition and celebrate the accomplishments of our students during spring graduation.” It’s a tough job.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Over 700 college and university presidents have responded to a new survey, providing a glimpse into the ever-evolving higher education landscape. Their insights along with those from four focus groups identified the leadership traits necessary to succeed in the current climate. Dr. Shawn M.

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JANUARY 18, 2024

The university noted contributions to be made in memory Taylor’s memory may be made to the Marie Fielder Center for Democracy, Leadership, and Education at Fielding. Taylor served in several senior leadership positions at Howard University, and as president of the Washington, D.C., Dr. Orlando L.

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JULY 15, 2024

As institutions of higher education turn to AI machine learning and data-driven algorithms to make their work more efficient, a new study published in the American Educational Research Association (AERA) peer-reviewed journal , AERA Open , reminds administrators that algorithms can be racially biased.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

and others created the Higher Education Leadership Foundation (H.E.L.F.) And to make sure that they’re around for perpetuity, we have to ensure that there is strong and capable leadership.” From the inception, there was more interest in the leadership program than the organizers could handle. “We When Dr. Herman J.

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JUNE 30, 2024

There are at least three new presidential vacancies at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), which have already been experiencing high turnover within their leadership ranks. Vincent, a seasoned higher education administrator, said he plans to return to the practice of law. Last month, Dr. Gregory J.

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DECEMBER 8, 2022

“Black and undocumented students are socially and politically left out of the conversation,” said Hall, an assistant professor of higher education administration at Kent State University in Ohio. Dr. Kayon Hall, assistant professor of higher education administration at Kent State University in Ohio.

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DECEMBER 16, 2024

Todays heightened scrutiny of social and racial justice initiatives adds to the challenges Black students face in navigating both online spaces and higher education. Hence, to ensure Black students succeed in higher education, society must confront the political and digital dynamics that shape their experiences.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research, housed within the North Carolina State University’s (NCSU) College of Education, held its tenth annual Dallas Herring Lecture on Tuesday, featuring Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart, chancellor of the Austin Community College District (ACC). Leading transformation is scary.

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DECEMBER 7, 2024

The significant advances they will drive in higher education will serve as a testament to the enduring legacy of Dr. Melvin C. Named in honor of Terrella well-responded student affairs administratorthe MCT Foundation was created to ensure underrepresented students gain access and achieve success in higher education and student affairs.

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JANUARY 14, 2024

Dear Black women in higher education, 2023 should have been a wake-up call to our community, yet the red flags persist. Montague of Volunteer State Community College, was a signal to all other Black women in higher education. The untimely deaths of two Black women presidents, JoAnne A. This is something the Frederick D.

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MAY 8, 2024

“The school’s mission-vision aligns with my work as a scholar and leader, and I believe the school is poised to reach new heights in the areas of K-12 and higher education, human development, exercise, health, and wellness.” in educational organization and leadership from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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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.

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JUNE 6, 2024

NCCU embodies grit, innovation, leadership, purpose and legacy, and I am committed to building on our rich traditions and ensuring that our students, faculty, staff and alumni have the tools and opportunities necessary to succeed,” she said.

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APRIL 29, 2024

Hicks is a tenured full professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis at East Tennessee State University, where he has served as a dean for the Clemmer College of Education and Human Development. in counseling and counselor education and higher education from North Carolina State University.

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DECEMBER 8, 2024

Supreme Court struck down race-consciousness in college admissions upending four decades of precedent and reshaping the landscape of higher education (Edelman, 2023, par. In a perfect world, governing boards and leadership demographics would mirror the student population (Higgs, 2014). In June 2023, the U. Dr. Carl B.

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JUNE 4, 2024

Jefferson “I am excited to collaborate with the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, students, and the broader community to shape this esteemed institution's next chapter of success,” said Jefferson, whose unanimous board nomination was recently approved by the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education. “I

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APRIL 22, 2023

These incidents highlight the fact that systemic racism and police brutality pervade various corners of our society, including higher education where Black women may feel particularly vulnerable. We wish we could say that some of these stories were new to hear.

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JUNE 12, 2024

The University of Utah Reading Clinic, housed in the College of Education, will provide opportunities for the cohort to “serve as tutors and mentors for other incarcerated students hoping to pursue higher education at Davis Technical College or Salt Lake Community College, according to Dr. Frankie Laanan, dean of Utah’s College of Education. “It

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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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APRIL 25, 2024

Dr. Ángel de Jesus González, assistant professor of higher education administration and leadership at Fresno State. “Statewide [transfer] set up institutions and students in those states to be able to figure out the pathway to transfer and complete their bachelor degree.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy, a prolific researcher who has led the School of Education at American University as its dean for the past eight years, has been selected president and CEO of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. Established in 1948, AACTE is the leading organization focused on educator preparation.

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OCTOBER 14, 2024

The report, titled “Unblocking the Pipeline: Supporting the Retention, Progression and Promotion of Black Early-Career Academics,” was the culmination of a monthslong survey of Black ECAs by the Higher Education Policy Institute, a U.K. think tank. This parallels findings in the U.S., I’ve felt it,” says Patton Davis. “I

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

When it comes to equity in higher education, Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson has been a leader. Her work around students’ basic needs, supporting undocumented and mixed-status students, and achieving social justice through focused racial equity efforts has made her a rising star in community college leadership.

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APRIL 26, 2024

White At a time when colleges, universities, and their leaders are questioned about how they contribute to students’ futures, it is critical to remember that one of the most essential missions of higher education is building civic bridges and educating engaged citizens.

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JUNE 20, 2024

After over a decade of leadership at the helm of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD), Dr. Edward Leach is retiring as executive director. Dr. Edward Leach NISOD offers professional development for community and technical college staff, faculty, and leadership. That’s what I’ll miss the most.”

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