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Section: Demographics > African-American
African-American
New Jersey Looks at âYes Means Yesâ College Policy
You think the attractive woman at the party who has been chatting you up all night is ready to take things to the next level. She seems to be throwing all the right signals.
November 23, 2014
African-American
For African-Americans, Determining Native American Ancestry Often a Challenge
Many African-Americans claim some Native ancestry, often based on family oral history passed through the generations but frequently undocumented.
November 23, 2014
African-American
Special Focus: American Indian Heritage Month
Feature articles in this edition highlight the top producers of Native American graduates, identity issues faced by Black Native Americans, the emerging role of tribal libraries and the inspirational achievements of Native American collegiate athletes.
November 20, 2014
African-American
Ethnic Costumes Perpetuate Stereotypes, Mask Realities
With Halloween just behind and Thanksgiving quickly approaching, it is important to reflect on the politics of cultural and racial dress.
November 19, 2014
African-American
TMCF, University of Phoenix Announce New Blended Learning Partnership
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund and University of Phoenix recently announced a partnership to offer online courses to students at HBCUs across the country.
November 16, 2014
African-American
Diverse Conversations: Why the U.S. College Landscape Still Needs HBCUs
Declining enrollment has unsurprisingly led to a domino effect, reducing the resources available to students on campus and making the HBCU experience less attractive to students choosing between a plethora of higher education options.
November 16, 2014
Faculty & Staff
Virginia State University Names Hammond Interim President
Hampton University Provost Pamela Valleria Wilson Hammond has been named interim president of Virginia State University.
November 13, 2014
Students
Sex-Assault Program Expands to High Schools
CONCORD, N.H. â The University of New Hampshire is expanding its nationally recognized sexual violence prevention program to a younger audience: high school students in Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
November 11, 2014
Students
Veterans Day Salute
The Diverse staff salutes the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces. Your dedication and sacrifice ensures that all of us have the freedom to do what we do.
November 10, 2014
Students
âEnough, Iâm Tiredâ Becomes Rallying Cry of Mexican Protest
An off-the-cuff comment by the attorney general to cut off a news conference about the apparent killing of 43 missing college students has been taken up by protesters as a rallying cry against Mexicoâs corruption and drug trade-fueled violence.
November 9, 2014
Faculty & Staff
Future of HBCUs May Rest on Adopting a Growth Mindset
Instead of asking deficit-oriented questions, we should change our mindset and ask new questions to uncover how HBCUs are supporting students despite the challenges they encounter.
November 9, 2014
Students
Noguera Urges Urban Educators to Stand Fast in Wake of Anticipated Cutbacks
In the wake of the sweeping GOP take-over of Congress last week, Dr. Pedro Noguera says he believes that efforts to improve urban education in the United States and other parts of the world will likely be stalled.
November 7, 2014
Faculty & Staff
Judge Seeks Firing of Iowa State Professor
A judge has recommended the firing of an Iowa State University math professor, blasting his teaching style and lack of research and service after hearing the disciplinary case against him.
November 6, 2014
Faculty & Staff
Harvard University Under Fire for Secret Photos of Classrooms
Harvard University is coming under fire from faculty and students for secretly photographing about 2,000 undergraduates in 10 lecture halls last spring as part of a study on classroom attendance.
November 6, 2014
African-American
Chinese Gaining Momentum as Language Option Among HBCUs
Though most HBCUs focus their language instruction on the traditional standbys, Spanish or French, a handful are moving in a new direction: developing Chinese programs.
November 6, 2014
Faculty & Staff
After Toppling Cantor, Professor Brat Wins His Seat
Republican Dave Brat followed his stunning primary victory over then-House Majority Leader Eric Cantor by easily beating his Democratic opponent Tuesday to win the congressional seat.
November 5, 2014
Students
Virginia Commonwealth University Dept. Chair Themes Art Around Hair
Comb through the life story of Sonya Clark and itâs easy to see how she came to craft works of art themed around hair, a provocative and politicized thread of identity.
November 5, 2014
African-American
Xavier University to Lead Chinese Language Study in La. Schools
Xavier University of Louisiana has been named the lead institution of the 100,000 Strong Foundationâs âAdvance Louisiana â Educating a Globally-Competent Workforceâ initiative.
November 5, 2014
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