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Section: Demographics > African-American
African-American
Experts Cite Strides, Struggles for Blacks in Higher Education Since Juneteenth
The program commemorated one of the oldest known celebrations for the end of slavery in the U.S. by highlighting the overarching HBCU significance since 1865 and the fight for equal education post-Brown v. Board of Education.
June 23, 2014
African-American
Panel: Community-Based Programs Vital for Black Male Educational Achievement
In a series of back-to-back panels, the experts argued that too often young Black men are held back by a series of factors that are often beyond their control, such as poverty, poor school systems and chaotic family lives.
June 23, 2014
African-American
Winthrop University President Wonât Contest Dismissal
The president of Winthrop University wonât challenge a recent vote by trustees to fire her.
June 22, 2014
African-American
Generation X: The Distinguished Generation
A recent study conducted by the Pew Research Center earlier this spring focused on Generation X. This is the group of Americans born between 1965 and 1979.
June 22, 2014
Leadership & Policy
Course Correction Uncertain for Increasing Black Enrollment in Higher Ed
While HBCUs look to build a direct pipeline for Black high school students, mounting challenges continue to serve as a roadblock, said a veteran educator.
June 22, 2014
Leadership & Policy
Maya Angelou 1928 â 2014
Diverse profiles the recent passing of Maya Angelou, reflecting on her life and work.
June 19, 2014
Faculty & Staff
Cornell University âNational Treasureâ Points to Poverty as Root of Worldâs Turbulence
As an international authority on African legal systems, human rights and development, Muna Ndulo has keen insight into some of the conflicts and turbulent events that have dominated world news in recent months.
June 19, 2014
Students
HBCUs Challenged to Address LGBT, Diversity Issues
Leaders at HBCU Student Success Summit say that they are making progress, but their campuses remain conservative at the core despite shifting national sentiment.
June 19, 2014
African-American
Higher Ed Advocate, Philanthropist Jim Rogers Dies
Jim Rogers, a philanthropist and education advocate who served as chancellor of Nevadaâs higher education system from 2005 to 2009 without pay, died Saturday evening at his Las Vegas home after a bout with cancer.
June 16, 2014
Faculty & Staff
HBCU Education Deans Hope Brainstorming Proves Fruitful
Education deans from HBCUs from across the nation gathered at Rutgers University to strategize on how best to strengthen teacher education programs at their respective institutions.
June 15, 2014
African-American
Ex-NY Times Editor Abramson to Teach at Harvard
Former New York Times Executive Editor Jill Abramson is joining Harvard University as a visiting lecturer this coming school year, the university announced Thursday.
June 12, 2014
Faculty & Staff
A House Divided? Randolph-Macon in National Political Spotlight
Two professors from Randolph-Macon College will vie for the right to represent Virginiaâs 7th District in Congress in November.
June 12, 2014
Sports
Former TV Exec: Paying College Athletes Could Harm Sports
Neal Pilson testified that fans enjoy the concept of young people playing college sports for the love of the game.
June 12, 2014
African-American
Reflections on the O.J. Simpson Trial
It has been 20 years since the trial of O.J. Simpson captivated the nation.
June 11, 2014
African-American
Furious Flower Poetry Center Ensures Voices Like Angelouâs Continue to Be Heard
Arguably one of the greatest writers of the 20th century, her work has been taken up by a new generation.
June 10, 2014
Students
Educators Applaud President Obamaâs Order Capping Monthly Student Loan Repayments
Nearly five million borrowers of federal student loans will soon have their monthly repayments capped at 10 percent of their income, thanks to an executive order signed by President Obama at the White House yesterday.
June 9, 2014
Faculty & Staff
Career Services Associate Director of Career & Pur
For more information and to apply visit: jobs.olemiss.edu. Only applicants who apply online will be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled or until an adequate applicant pool is established. http://tisch.nyu.edu/faculty/faculty-positions
June 8, 2014
African-American
Ex-Offender/Law School Gradâs White House Access Plight Brings Reality to Table
When a delegation went to the White House recently to deliver a set of policy recommendations related to President Barack Obamaâs âMy Brotherâs Keeperâ initiative, one brother was kept out â ostensibly because of his background as an ex-offender.
June 8, 2014
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