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Black Representation in Academia and Corporate America Remains Inadequate in 2021

Equity, inclusion, and diversity should all be top priorities across different sectors and disciplines, not only because doing so would enhance society in general but also because it would improve the workplace in particular.

February 25, 2021

Saint Augustine’s University Finds a Visionary Leader in Dr. Christine Johnson McPhail

Now, Dr. Christine Johnson McPhail is set to lead Saint Augustine’s forward. And the college community—students, faculty and staff—will be all the more enriched by her bold and visionary leadership.

February 24, 2021

African-American

On Labor Acknowledgements and Honoring the Sacrifice of Black Americans

I have begun to give land and labor acknowledgements to address this vital reality as a material and symbolic practice. For conferences and meetings, this practice has become essential and powerful. Not only have enslaved Africans labored on the lands where many hotels exist, but in many cities, Black Americans continue to serve as housekeepers/janitors/custodians, kitchen staff, and other service roles that often go unnoticed and uncompensated in ways they deserve.

February 24, 2021

Examining the Impact of COVID-19 on Prospective College and University Student-Athletes

There may not be a group of student-athletes in the country who have been more significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic than current high school seniors who were and are aspiring to garner athletic scholarships to compete at higher educational institutions.

February 23, 2021

Colleges and Universities Must Revise Traditional Model, Ensure Technological Resources, Focus on Partnerships

The continuing economic, social and mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic are only now starting to be fully understood, but the impacts on public colleges and universities are still quite unknown.

February 22, 2021

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Dr. Larry E. Rivers Offers In-Depth Look Into the Life of an Enslaved Preacher in New Book

Dr. Larry E. Rivers’ deeply researched and inspiring book Father James Page: An Enslaved Preacher’s Climb to Freedom traces an overseer’s life and an enslaved preacher from slavery to freedom.

February 19, 2021

Why We Can’t Let The Current Moment of Change Through Our Fingers

The murder of George Floyd by the police in Minneapolis and the outrage from not just the Black community but communities throughout the entire country have created an energetic moment for universities to do some serious transformations.

February 18, 2021

ASU Now – Michael Crow – Thursday September 6th, 2018

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When You’re Not a Child: Police Violence and Child Social Justice

On January 29th, 2021, in Rochester, New York, three adult police officers handcuffed and pepper-sprayed a 9-year-old, Black girl before forcing her into a police car. As she refused to get into the car, repeatedly screaming for her father, one of the police officers was caught on body camera scolding her, “You’re acting like a child.” She immediately responded, “I am a child!”

February 17, 2021

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African-American

Trump Era Displayed the Importance & Continued Relevancy of Black History (Month)

A sense of relief came over the United States last month as Americans watched Joe Biden officially become the country’s 46th President. Perhaps an even more emotional and intellectually stimulating source of delight was to see the historically Black college (Howard University) alumnus and member of the nation’s first Black Greek-lettered collegiate sorority (Alpha Kappa […]

February 16, 2021

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Why is San Francisco De-Magnetizing Its Public School Jewel?

So how do we solve the inequities in admission? We need more thoughtful solutions that may have to go beyond education and address segregated housing, income inequality, employment, and family needs.

February 16, 2021

This Is Our Story: The Significance of the Black Church

Though church attendance has waned across the years, the power and influence of The Black Church cannot be overestimated. It has been a refuge and a sanctuary for African Americans against the widening forces of White supremacy and remains one of the most sacred institutions in America.

February 15, 2021

Shattering Invisible Darkness

We know something is dead when we no longer hear its rhythmic heartbeat, but the heartbeat of racism continues to grow strong, plaguing the hearts of millions.

February 15, 2021

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Racelighting: A Prevalent Version of Gaslighting Facing People of Color

Although gaslighting is devoid of a racial context, similar manipulative tactics (whether intentional or unintentional) impact the daily lives of Black, Indigenous, and People of color (BIPOC).

February 12, 2021

Dr. J. Luke Wood

Jewish Students Need Allies on Campus

Last fall, the FBI released its annual report on hate crimes and the numbers were stark. In 2019, law enforcement agencies across the country documented a total of 15,873 criminal and related incidents motivated by bias toward a host of identity groups—the highest level in more than a decade. Fully one-fifth of reported crimes were driven by the offenders’ religious bias.

February 11, 2021

Adapt to Advance: Community Colleges as Agile Organizations

When COVID-19 arrived in 2020, community colleges were already adapting to myriad political, economic, social, cultural and technological shifts.

February 9, 2021

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Declines in Community College Enrollment Among Blacks Will Have Long-Term Consequences

Community colleges throughout the U.S. have experienced dramatic decreases in enrollment among students of color since the pandemic began.

February 8, 2021

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COVID-19 Creates Framework for Permanent Campus Culture That Supports Mental Health

Staggering loss of life, lingering effects of illness and treatment, economic instability and suffering, academic and vocational disruptions, political strife and racial disparities have become the accompanying melodies of the COVID-19 chorus.

February 5, 2021

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Asian American Pacific Islander

I Wasn’t a Good Asian Daughter… But That Got Me into College

Holistic admissions should encourage students to celebrate different components of their unique personal identities rather than conform to what they think admissions officers are looking for.

February 4, 2021