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NSF-Funded Initiative Promotes Diversity Within STEM Faculty Ranks

Even before the acronym “STEM” was introduced by the National Science Foundation (NSF) in 2001, academics were grappling with the overall lack of diversity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics and the specific need to accelerate the process of diversifying STEM faculty.

July 6, 2021

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Community Colleges Do Heavy Lifting in STEM and Innovation

When people talk about innovation and moving the country forward, two-year institutions are often not part of the conversation. In fact, community colleges have for years borne the stigma of being last-choice institutions for students who either weren’t ready for four-year institutions or who needed to reskill to stay relevant in the workforce. But these institutions are also becoming increasingly a first-choice option, both for students coming right out of high school, and those who have been out for some time — and in many cases, for students who are still enrolled in high school, thanks to the growing popularity of dual-enrollment programs. Much of the emphasis in community college is and has always been around helping to prepare students for jobs. But from Texas to Maryland and around the country, more and more of those jobs are in STEM fields.

July 2, 2021

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Will Free Community College Hurt HBCU Enrollment?

Some conservatives have been quick to point to the price tag of Biden’s American Families Plan, arguing that making the first two years of higher education free ultimately limits student choice and could be potentially damaging for HBCU enrollment.

July 2, 2021

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Students, Nonprofits Work to End Period Poverty on Campuses Nationwide

In March, a group gathered in the middle of Lincoln University’s student union area for a celebration, complete with balloons, music, photo opportunities and appearances made by the university’s king and queen. The occasion? A “period pop-up shop,” in which tampons, pads and other sanitary products were handed out as casually as party favors.

July 2, 2021

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Business Execs Create Nurse Aid Scholars Program at Carolinas College of Health Sciences

Carolinas College of Health Sciences is partnering with Charlotte business execs Todd and Janelle Collins of Red Hill Ventures to create a nurse aide education program meant to remove barriers, especially for students of color, Q City Metro reported. The Collins duo created the Todd and Janelle Collins Nurse Aide Scholars Program. “The nurse’s aide […]

July 2, 2021

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Pace University Receives Nearly $2 Million Grant to Encourage Minorities to Pursue Careers in Nursing

Pace University’s College of Health Professions has received nearly $2 million to increase opportunities and retention for minorities in nursing, according to Pace officials. The Nursing Workforce Diversity four-year grant – funded through the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) – is meant to increase educational opportunities and retention for first-gen college students from underrepresented ethnic and […]

July 2, 2021

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Dr. Estella Atekwana Appointed Dean of College of Letters and Science at UC Davis

Dr. Estella Atekwana has been appointed University of California, Davis dean of the College of Letters and Science, effective Aug. 1. Atekwana was a faculty member in the Department of Earth Sciences and dean of the College of Earth, Ocean and Environment at University of Delaware. Atekwana holds a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in geology from […]

July 2, 2021

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Dr. Belinda ’Otukolo Saltiban Appointed Associate Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Vanderbilt

Dr. Belinda ’Otukolo Saltiban has been appointed associate vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion at Vanderbilt University. Prior to the appointment, she had served as chief inclusion and diversity officer at Utah Valley University, assistant dean of undergraduate studies at University of Utah and director of the Office for Inclusive Excellence at University of Utah. ’Otukolo […]

July 2, 2021

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Six Things HBCUs Can Do to Increase Alumni Philanthropic Support

Kudos to all those HBCUs fortunate enough to be included on MacKenzie Scott’s mega gift list, along with lesser-known donors and corporate grant makers. For those institutions that were not among the recipients of such largesse, I challenge you to focus on transforming your alumni into consistent givers who may someday become mega givers.

July 2, 2021

Actress-Turned Dean Creates Controversy With a Single Tweet

A tweet by actress Phylicia Rashad, the newly-appointed dean of Howard University’s College of Fine Arts, caused an immediate backlash online, with a number of students, alumni and administrators at the HBCU calling for her immediate ouster.

July 1, 2021

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Dr. Pamela Payne-Foster Leads the Way in Community Connection

Dr. Pamela Payne-Foster Foster is a public health physician and professor of community medicine and population health at UA’s College of Community Health. She’s also an expert on HIV/AIDs in rural areas, and calls herself an “activist researcher, trying to research in ways that affect policies and attitudes.”

July 1, 2021

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Diversity in the Classroom: Why Representation Matters

Representation in the classroom matters. Having a diverse teacher workforce connects cultures, sets high expectations, and reduces implicit bias. Far too often, students of color feel isolated, underrepresented or mistreated, which leads to lower graduation and higher dropout rates.

July 1, 2021

Felician University Announces Sixth President

James W. Crawford III has been officially named Felician University’s sixth president. Crawford, a retired Admiral, has served as interim president since September 2020. The chair of the board of trustees, Chris Swenson, said that Crawford was an “inspiration, a servant leader and someone who truly lives our Felician core values.” “Steering the university,” said […]

July 1, 2021

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Pentagon Seeks to Hire Deputy Inspector General to Address Extremism in Military

The Pentagon is looking to hire a senior executive to address “supremacist, extremist, and criminal gang activity” in the U.S. military, Task and Purpose reported. The exact job listing is for a deputy inspector general for diversity and inclusion and extremism in the military, who would be principal adviser to the Pentagon’s Inspector General on […]

July 1, 2021

Report: Number of Military Suicides Drastically Greater Than Military Operations Deaths

More than quadruple the number of military service members have died from suicide than from military operations since September 11th. The numbers were included in a recent report on U.S. military deaths. An estimated 7,057 service members have died during military operations since 9/11. 30,177 active duty personnel and veterans have committed suicide, according to […]

July 1, 2021

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University of Rhode Island Will Not Revoke Former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn’s Honorary Degree

The University of Rhode Island (URI) has decided not to revoke a 2014 honorary degree given to alum Michael Flynn, who served as former President Donald J. Trump’s national security adviser and pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI 2017, Military.com reported. Trump pardoned Flynn 2020. URI President Dr. David Dooley will not forward an […]

July 1, 2021

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Mishaela Durán Appointed President/CEO of The Forum for Youth Investment

Mishaela Durán has been appointed president and CEO of The Forum for Youth Investment, effective Sept. 7. Durán is a senior executive on the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Administration for Children and Families’ leadership team. Durán previously served as chief of staff at the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation. “I […]

July 1, 2021

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Iona College to Launch Mentoring Program

Iona College will launch a mentoring program this fall to advance students’ goals and give alumni a new way to support students. The “Gaels Go Further Mentoring Program” will have academic and business development professional Colleen Slattery as its inaugural director. Slattery most recently was coordinator of workforce development programs at Stony Brook University. The […]

July 1, 2021