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Section: Opinion
Opinion
The End of “Equity Gaps” in Higher Education?
The term “equity gaps” implies that demographic traits of students are to blame for the disparate and unequal results within higher education.
August 24, 2022
Opinion
Did Big Ten’s TV Deal Make Your School A Research Institution for the NFL?
If you’re not thinking about what the Big Ten explosion means to every single college in America, then you’re not understanding the repercussions of an unabashed money era in higher ed.
August 22, 2022
From the Magazine
HBCUs Are More Relevant than Ever
HBCUs are the world’s most experienced and capable engines for equity.
August 18, 2022
Opinion
Does Anyone See Us? Disposability of Black Women Faculty in the Academy
The academy remains white and steeped in whiteness because efforts to diversify the academy are performative rather than transformational.
August 17, 2022
Opinion
Admitting First-Generation and Low-Income Students is Not Enough
Universities must provide mentorship that eliminates “hidden curriculum” barriers for students to thrive
August 15, 2022
Opinion
Asian Americans Aren't Fooled by Anti-Diversity Pros
In a nationwide survey of registered Asian American voters, nearly 70 percent of Asian American voters were in favor of affirmative action. That included 82 percent of Korean, and 80 percent of Indian voters.
August 12, 2022
Opinion
First-Generation Student, Intergenerational Success
Because first-generation students have less familiarity with the college process, they can face increased barriers to attending and graduating from four-year institutions when compared to their continuing-generation peers.
August 11, 2022
Opinion
Colleges Must Answer the Call to Serve Military Spouses
To support military spouses in their quest to get the job training or education credentials they need, higher education institutions can make education more affordable for military spouses.
August 10, 2022
Opinion
“Caste System” Exists in College Football; But Gov. Newsom Challenges if UCLA Can Divorce and Marry up
Ivies may pride themselves in their great Science, History and English departments, but we’re in an era in higher ed where if you’re into revenue and brand building, it’s probably better to have the best O-line.
August 3, 2022
Opinion
Our Strength is Internal: The Danger of Relying on New Philanthropic Interest in HBCUs as a Wave for Change
In the same way our HBCUs meet our students where they are and invest in them to become exceptional leaders and intellects, our HBCU leaders need to meet our faculty and staff where they are for the sake of increasing research and sponsored programs.
August 1, 2022
Opinion
The Urgent Need to Challenge Devaluation
The devaluation of people based on their race has been an enduring factor that has had massive socioeconomic ramifications for centuries.
July 28, 2022
Opinion
Let’s Get an Amen on Who Can Legitimately Be Called an HBCU Expert
We think there’s a fine line between being an expert on HBCUs versus being qualified to speak on behalf of or serve as a representative of these unique higher education institutions.
July 27, 2022
Opinion
Greater Funding, Greater Needs: Congress Must Act Now
Pass Senate Appropriations to increase funding for HBCUs and the HBCU IGNITE Excellence Act to help rebuild the infrastructure of aging facilities
July 26, 2022
From the Magazine
Innovative Community Colleges Vie for the Highly Coveted Bellwether Award
Twenty-six community colleges from 14 states met in San Antonio for the 28th Annual Community College Futures Assembly.
July 24, 2022
Opinion
The Things about Normalizing: Black Women, Resilience and Superpowers
Black women are "built"-through societal social constructions- to never think about framing the hard work that we all do, including both physical and/or mental labor, with any inkling of being safe or comfortable.
July 21, 2022
Opinion
Inspiring Tech Participation
This is the time to find innovative ways to get students of all ages off the sidelines and into the game. Too many people are watching from the sidelines believing that they don’t have what it takes to be able to get out on the field.
July 20, 2022
Opinion
Our Village, Our Digital Innovation: HBCUv
HBCUv is an innovative learning technology ecosystem that is nothing short of revolutionary. It will reimagine the legacy, community and culture of HBCUs into a virtual experience that’s accessible, equitable and connected.
July 19, 2022
From the Magazine
Artificial Intelligence: Advancing the Workforce of the Future
AI skills are highly sought after and give students a competitive edge in the job market.
July 18, 2022
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