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Jackson,Dean of the College of Education and Foundation Professor of Education at Michigan State University, praised Moores impact, citing the ripple effect his leadership has created within the American education system. Jerlando F.L. Dr. Eric Tucker,President & CEO of The Study Group, agrees.

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Title: Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, Jeannine Rainbolt College of Education, University of Oklahoma Age: 38 Education: B.S., That makes me attractive, and the work I do attracti Its not just funding organizations that pay attention to Briscoes scholarship. Albany State University; M.S.,

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MARCH 4, 2025

Students who are only months away from becoming fully licensed teachers have suddenly lost scholarships and paid internships that made their career path possible. The letter was addressed to bipartisan leadership in Congress, including chairs and ranking members of key committees with jurisdiction over education funding.

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Stillman, and his wife Susan, made the gift to support scholarships, faculty development, academic programs, and campus improvements. Stillmans legacy is not only one of familial ties but also of visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the values upon which this institution was founded, said Stillmans President Dr. Yolanda W.

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TRIO programs not only support students but also invest in staff, cultivating leadership and scholarship among those who walk the same paths as our students. It was about stepping more deeply into them, with intention, scholarship, and vision. TRIO serves as a long-term pipeline for cultivating equity-driven leadership.

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APRIL 15, 2024

Duke University is discontinuing its Reginaldo Howard Memorial Scholarship Program, a program for top applicants of African descent. The merit scholarship, established in 1979, is named after the first African American President of the Associated Students of Duke University. Supreme Court ruling on Students for Fair Admissions, Inc.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

Under her leadership, the institution has seen dramatic increases in diverse student enrollment, with Hispanic student enrollment growing by 232%, Native American student enrollment by 71%, and Black student enrollment by 75%. The university has achieved record retention rates and a 61% increase in four-year graduation rates.

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JULY 1, 2025

I look forward to building on the extraordinary leadership of Sandy Darity, and to working with a broad and expanding community of faculty and students across Duke’s schools and disciplines. The Cook Center will remain a vital hub for research and scholarship at Duke in the groundbreaking tradition of its namesake,” Gallimore added.

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JANUARY 23, 2025

Aside from writing about the plight of Black men in higher education, in our scholarship, we have employed an anti-deficit approach to highlight critical factors that help to facilitate the access, retention, and persistence of Black men in college. In 2020, George Floyd, a Black man, was extrajudicially murdered. Dr. Robert T. Dr. Larry J.

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JANUARY 31, 2025

Kendi's exceptional scholarship and unwavering commitment to social justice align perfectly with Howard University's mission and values as we deepen our scholarship on the African Diaspora," he said. Wutoh said there is a strong alignment between Kendi's work and the university's mission. Dr. Ibram X.

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JUNE 10, 2025

As the association navigates an increasingly challenging political landscape, its mission to cultivate inclusive leadership has never been more vital. When I was a community college dean in California, I went to a leadership institute put on by the American Association of Community Colleges.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

These are last-dollar funds, which means it covers a student’s remaining costs for tuition and fees after all other aid—scholarships, grants, stipends and tuition waivers—has been awarded, and it does not cover the cost of housing, food, transportation, books or supplies. Communication is key on how the funding works to benefit students.”

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MARCH 8, 2023

Testing and research giant ETS, is offering a number of scholarships for underrepresented students who demonstrate academic excellence. Green Scholarship; the Dr. Lillian M. Those selected will receive a full tuition-only need/merit scholarships for the 2023–2024 academic school year. The $20,000 Lenora M.

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JANUARY 13, 2025

Title: Assistant Professor of Higher Education, Department of Educational Leadership, College for Education and Engaged Learning, Montclair State University Tenured: No Age: 37 Education: B.A., Psychology, San Diego State University; M.A., Higher and Postsecondary Education, Teachers College, Columbia University; Ph.D.,

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FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Palmer, chair and professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at the university. This includes the highest number of doctorates awarded to Black students at any college or university in America. The impact of such a designation has broader implications beyond Howard, said Dr. Robert T.

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JUNE 14, 2024

Six individuals have been recognized in The California State University’s (CSU) first-ever Black Student Success Scholarship Program.

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JUNE 13, 2023

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) which represents public Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Predominantly Black Institutions, is partnering with cosmetics company Ivy Beauty to create a scholarship program. or higher; demonstrate leadership skills; establish financial need; and be a U.S.

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JULY 5, 2023

Ajene Wilcoxson, Pipeline2Possibilities Program for the California Community College system “I can easily see Dom Turner being a college president one day,” said Dr. Frimpomaa Ampaw, chair of the Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership and Policy in the School of Education and Urban Studies at Morgan State University. “I

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MAY 3, 2023

Vermont Law and Graduate School (VLGS) has launched a scholarship to support the Indigenous people of Vermont. The First Nations scholarship – available to citizens of state or federally recognized tribes – will seek to help Indigenous students pursue careers related to VLGS programs. “We

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JULY 27, 2023

Miller Lite and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) are using their longstanding partnership to give 35 scholarships to eligible undergraduate Latinx students. Lacey Golonka The scholarship amounts range from $2,500 to $5,000. Leadership Institute, an annual conference Oct.

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MAY 4, 2025

Kimbrough, known for his leadership in HBCU circles, has helped maintain stability at Talladega while the presidential search was conducted. The institution also saw a 1,104% increase in revenue from its Workforce and Continuing Education program under Todd's leadership.

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MARCH 29, 2025

Spivey-Brown, who currently serves as dean of Howard University's College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences, will assume leadership on July 1, succeeding Dr. Leslie N. Pollard, who has led the Huntsville, Alabama-based university for 15 years. "I Her credentials include a Ph.D.

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The HBCU Week Foundation has received a $300,000 scholarship fund from Barclays US Consumer Bank to support students attending five select HBCUs. As we work to widen our impact in the US, these scholarship funds will help many more college students on their path to economic success." The event which took place Sep.

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MARCH 31, 2024

Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights discrimination complaint resolution procedures — objects to the university creating, supporting, and promoting the eligibility criterion for the George Floyd Memorial Scholarship, a four-year, full-tuition scholarship.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

It also showcased an exhibition co-created by the Georgetown University Library, highlighting the impact of the IBCSa graduate program dedicated to fostering Black Catholic theology, ministry, and leadership. Maddox emphasized the need for systemic change and called for broader awareness and participation in restorative justice efforts.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2025

There, they will share their educational journeys and provide valuable insights on supporting today's community college students while participating in dedicated leadership development activities. Each scholar will receive a scholarship to support their continued education or personal development. Dr. Karen A.

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MARCH 6, 2025

Yolanda Watson Spivas 25+ year career in postsecondary education spans a range of executive leadership, general management, federal government, public affairs, operations and academic officer positions. Watson Spiva serves as the President of Complete College America (CCA).

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OCTOBER 5, 2023

The state of Michigan is expanding a program that provides a tuition-free community scholarship to adults ages 21-24 who have not yet earned college degrees, FOX 2 reported. To be eligible, students must apply for the Michigan Reconnect Scholarship by Nov.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

López "I've been in the classroom on and off, but I've been supporting youth and students in different ways throughout that time,” says López, who is starting a new chapter of her career as a tenured associate professor in educational leadership and policy in the University of Arizona College of Education.

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MARCH 7, 2023

Nooks was awarded the 2023 Chief Executive Leadership Award at the CASE District III Annual Conference. Nooks demonstrated “remarkable leadership at GSC in a time of tremendous uncertainty,” according to the CASE District III cabinet. Gordon State College (GSC) President Dr. Kirk A. Dr. Kirk A. The event took place Feb. 27 in Atlanta.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Institutional leadership must show a commitment to transformation and creating an environment in which Latino students thrive. These are the institutions that can show you with their data, with their evidence-based practices and with their leadership what they’re doing,” says Santiago. and graduate 19%. In academic year 2021-22, 45.1%

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MAY 10, 2023

Dr. Teik Lim “My family did not have much money, but with the help of a generous undergraduate scholarship from Michigan Tech, I was able to support myself through college and become the first member of my family to earn a college degree,” said Lim. That began my pathway forward and my love of engineering.”

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APRIL 21, 2025

A Dr. Donald Guy Generals fter nearly a decade of leadership marked by program expansion and innovative initiatives, Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) President Dr. Donald "Guy" Generals is seeking answers following his unexpected removal earlier this month.

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Looking for scholarships for Indian students? Key Scholarships for Indian Students in the U.S. Before: Navigating the myriad of scholarship programs can be daunting, but knowing where to start simplifies the process. Crores annually.

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MAY 30, 2025

Leadership and Accountability Leading enrollment through this lens requires a shift from short-term performance metrics to long-term strategy. Enrollment managers must adopt a leadership posture that blends transformational vision with collaborative execution. As Lewicki et al.

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JANUARY 30, 2025

That explains quite a bit about Gomezs scholarship, teaching methods and service. He also facilitates a leadership retreat for Chicanx/Latinx Student Success Center, also known as Centro. The third sentence Dr. Jonathan D. Gomez credits his mother, grandparents, and tas for nurturing his passion for study and community engagement.

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APRIL 21, 2025

The expansion coincides with a substantial financial aid commitment through The Rice Investment program, which offers full-tuition scholarships to students from families earning under $140,000 and at least half-tuition for those earning between $140,000 and $200,000. doctoral applications increasing 21% over last year.

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