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Duke Health to Study Impact of COVID-19-Related Heart Inflammation on Athletes

August 10, 2021

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First HBCU Women’s Gymnastics Team Could Be on Horizon

As Simone Biles and more superstar gymnasts of color made waves at this year’s Olympics, Grambling State University (GSU) took steps to consider becoming the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) with a women’s gymnastics team.

August 9, 2021

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Report: Social and Emotional Skill Development in Schools Necessary for Teacher Retention

Previous research has found teaching ranks poorly in job satisfaction, psychological well-being and physical health compared to other professions. To further understand the impact of stress on teachers and their students, SEF released a new brief.

August 9, 2021

Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough Announces Departure from Dillard University Next Year

Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough has announced that this coming school year will be his last as president of Dillard University.

August 9, 2021

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Threat of Fake Vaccination Cards Worries Some Students and Experts

August 9, 2021

Loyola University Students Win Battle Over COVID-19 Vaccine

August 9, 2021

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Dr. Ruth Simmons to Receive Humanitarian of the Year Award

August 9, 2021

Bob Moses Honored Through New Educational Series at an Ohio Institute

August 9, 2021

Meharry Medical College To Require COVID Vaccinations for All Employees

August 9, 2021

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Montana State University Receives $2.2M Grant to Recruit and Retain Alaska Native and American Indian Nurses

August 9, 2021

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UK Establishes Fellowship Program to Study Health Care Inequities

To study health care inequities experienced by Black Americans, Dr. Anita Fernander, former associate professor in the University of Kentucky (UK) Department of Behavioral Science, worked to establish a fellowship program.

August 9, 2021

Tuition Insurance Can Help Mitigate Financial Risks

August 9, 2021

Report: Students Who Had COVID-19 Experience More Challenges

Although the pandemic continues to upend higher education, the toll of COVID-19 infections on American college students has remained scarcely understood. But a new study found students with self-reported COVID-19 infections are more likely to face food in

August 9, 2021

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Drake State Among Six Institutions to Receive Funding From NASA

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Minority University Research and Education Project awarded Drake State Community & Technical College $1.2 million. Over the course of three years, the funding will support Drake State’s Frontiers Research Program, in which student interns and faculty members from the school’s Engineering Design Program research 3D printing and manufacturing […]

August 9, 2021

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Student Loan Pause Extended Until January 31, 2022

The U.S. Department of Education will continue to halt student loan repayment, interest, and collections until January 31, 2022. “The payment pause has been a lifeline that allowed millions of Americans to focus on their families, health, and finances instead of student loans during the national emergency,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona. […]

August 9, 2021

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Community Colleges

Community College: Advancing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Post-COVID Labor Market

This opinion piece provides an example of why community colleges given their role and legacy are well positioned in partnering with the K–12, community-based organization, and business sectors in engaging and preparing America’s diverse workforce to meet the labor market skills of the future.

August 9, 2021

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Community Colleges

Community College Bachelor’s Degrees Help Achieve Access and Equity

At the turn of this century, workforce needs began to change. More employers sought to hire students who had attained their bachelor’s degrees. Companies were looking for specific accreditations that didn’t exist at many traditional four-year institutions, like cyber security or trade-skill management. There was an increased demand for teachers and nurses. Community colleges were listening.

August 6, 2021

Trailblazing Dean Emeritus of University of Arkansas School of Law Keeps Giving Back

Cynthia Nance, dean emeritus at the University of Arkansas School of Law, has been named chair of the American Bar Foundation Fellows.

August 6, 2021

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