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HBCUs
Mich. Universities Getting More Out-of-State Students
An increase in the number of out-of-state students is contributing to an overall rise in student population at some of Michigan’s public universities, officials said.
October 10, 2013
Leadership & Policy
New Tribal College Slated to Open in California
With the endorsement of more than 40 California Indian nations, a new nonprofit tribal college will open in northern California in 2014 to serve American Indian students from the state.
October 10, 2013
Latinx
Hispanic-serving Leaders Give Hope to a New Wave of Students
Colleges and universities are ramping up efforts to recruit and retain Hispanic students.
October 10, 2013
Latinx
Operation Streamline: Expedited Indian Removal
This kangaroo court called Operation Streamline is America’s modern version of Expedited Indian Removal; chase, capture, pseudo-judicial proceeding, incarceration and deport.
October 10, 2013
HBCUs
Colleges, Universities Initiating National Movement Against Hazing
Colleges and universities are devising strategies, such as creating new faculty positions, to institute and strictly enforce anti-hazing policies.
October 10, 2013
Leadership & Policy
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Senior Web Consultant Raymond Borhan is celebrating his eighth anniversary as a member of the Diverse: Issues In Higher Education team. Raymond has been involved with managing technology projects, products and strategy for nearly 20 years. He received his B.A. from UCLA and a Master of Science in Information Systems from Strayer University. Raymond is responsible for the company’s IT and web-related projects. As such, he has been a member of many cross-functional teams at the company. He also takes pride in having an important advisory role in all matters related to the company’s technology initiatives and IT infrastructure. Raymond likes to travel and enjoys learning about different cultures, literary traditions, and cuisines. Currently, he’s also interested in learning about organic farming and sustainable living.
October 9, 2013
Leadership & Policy
Elizabeth City State University Senior Wins Council Race
After the reversal of a decision last month by the North Carolina Board of Elections which blocked students from to running for public office, Montravias King became the first Elizabeth City State University student and one of the youngest candidates in Elizabeth City, N.C., history to win a city council seat Tuesday night.
October 9, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Alabama State Probing Tuberculosis Case
Officials at Alabama State University and the state Department of Public Health say they’re investigating a case of pulmonary tuberculosis at the school.
October 9, 2013
Students
Should College Student Athletes Be Paid in Excess of a Scholarship?
Though the debate persists over whether college football players should receive some sort of compensation package, it is still a privilege to be able to have an athletic scholarship to attend college.
October 9, 2013
Home
World Mental Health Day Heightens Awareness of College Student Woes
In recognition of World Mental Health Day and Mental Health Awareness Week, campuses are increasing their efforts to ensure that students are aware of programs and services available to help them fight anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns.
October 9, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Former ‘On the Money’ Host Brings Talents, Skills to NYU
In her new position as a faculty member at the Polytechnic Institute of New York University, Carmen Wong Ulrich is helping to increase the school’s exposure and recruit Hispanics into STEM.
October 9, 2013
Health
Higher Ed Mostly Unscathed by Shutdown
Some universities are seeing some effects from the federal shutdown while others have felt little, but officials say more damage will be done if the shutdown persists.
October 9, 2013
Home
Former Congressman Stokes Named Kent State’s New President’s Ambassador
Former Congressman Louis Stokes has been named as the 2013-2014 Kent State President’s Ambassador, a one-year, part-time appointment beginning this fall. In this position, Stokes is expected to help promote pluralistic understanding and mutual respect among diverse constituencies of students, staff, faculty and administrators at Kent State; help address diversity challenges; implement diversity initiatives; engage students; and assist with other responsibilities that advance university-wide goals.
October 8, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Bynum Appointed MVSU President
The College Board unanimously voted Tuesday to appoint William Bynum as the next president of Mississippi Valley State University.
October 8, 2013
Home
Refugee Scholars Examine Higher Ed Crisis in Syria
Refugee Syrian scholars and researchers address the current state of higher education in Syria amid war and civil unrest.
October 8, 2013
Home
Reaching Out to Hispanic Students May Be Key for Some Colleges’ Survival
As part of their strategic plan to increase enrollment, some colleges are becoming designated as a Hispanic-serving institution.
October 8, 2013
HBCUs
HBCU Presidents Tread Lightly After Maryland Lawsuit Decision
Though several HBI presidents have privately expressed support for the Black colleges lawsuit, they have been unwilling to publicly weigh in on the specifics.
October 8, 2013
Asian American Pacific Islander
Obama, Asian Americans Bring Controversy over Washington Football Team to its Peak
President Obama’s recent statement and an impending decision from the U.S. Trademark Appeals Court may force Redskins owner Daniel Snyder to dump the team name.
October 8, 2013
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