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Disparities
Two Columbia Students Diagnosed with Meningococcal Disease
Columbia University administrators have recently announced that there have been two diagnosed cases of Meningococcal disease, a viral or bacterial inflammation of membranes around the spinal cord and brain, at its School of International and Public Affairs. Both students are being treated in Mount Sinai St. Luke’s Hospital. According to federal law, Columbia is required […]
February 4, 2019
Students
Dr. Nolan L. Cabrera: An Interdisciplinary Scholar
In studying climate issues on college campuses, Dr. Nolan L. Cabrera has made it a point to capture the narrative of White males.
February 4, 2019
Faculty & Staff
FAMU Initiative Seeks to Transform Institutional Culture for Women Faculty
A new initiative at Florida A&M University (FAMU) that is funded by the National Science Foundation will have significant implications for how historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) address gender disparities in hiring, retention and promotion of women faculty.
February 1, 2019
Native Americans
Observers to Notre Dame: Act Wisely with Columbus Murals
As the University of Notre Dame acts to reduce the visibility of a dozen Christopher Columbus murals that its president says could be culturally offensive, some observers warn the school against missing the boat.
February 1, 2019
News Roundup
Cheryl Gonzalez Named Hillsborough Chief Diversity Officer
Hillsborough Community College (HCC), located in Tampa, Florida, has appointed Cheryl Gonzalez as its new chief diversity officer. In this new position, Gonzalez will supervise the Office of Equity and Special Programs, which makes sure that Hillsborough meets the federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination and sexual harassment. She joined the HCC faculty on […]
February 1, 2019
News Roundup
University of Providence Contemplating Removal of Several Academic Programs
Administrators at The University of Providence are contemplating the removal of several undergraduate and graduate programs as they work to restructure its liberal arts curriculum and academic programs. Program closure recommendations will be presented to the university Board of Trustees on Feb. 14 where a final decision will be made, a recent letter released by […]
February 1, 2019
News Roundup
Gonzaga to Host 5th International Conference on Hate Studies
Gonzaga University has announced it will host the fifth International Conference on Hate Studies: Building Peace through Dialogue, Kindness and Forgiveness at its John J. Hemmingson Center from April 2-4. The interdisciplinary conference is sponsored by the Gonzaga University Institute for Hate Studies, the Kootenai County Task Force for Human Relations and the Spokane County […]
February 1, 2019
STEM
Dr. Loni Philip Tabb: Making Biostatistics Relevant
Anyone familiar with inner city neighborhoods has probably noticed the number of alcohol-selling businesses located on block after block. Growing up in Philadelphia, Dr. Loni Philip Tabb was aware of the proliferation of such outlets.
February 1, 2019
Veterans
VA provides food box program for 100 veterans with diabetes
Veterans with diabetes are getting some much-needed help from the VA in Temple. The Temple VA partnered with the Central Texas Food Bank to provide food boxes and dietary education for veterans with diabetes on Wednesday. Read More
February 1, 2019
Veterans
Clearinghouse evaluates veterans’ use of transition programs
There are more than 20 million military veterans in the United States, and that number is projected to grow rapidly over the next several years. Some veterans take advantage of the many public and private programs and services created to help them reintegrate into civilian life. Yet, little is known about which programs and services […]
February 1, 2019
Veterans
The Navy’s first all-female flyover will honor a woman who helped make it possible
The first woman to fly a tactical fighter jet in the US Navy opened the door for more than just women in combat. She also helped them with the transition to civilian life. Now, at her funeral, retired Navy Captain Rosemary Mariner will receive the first-ever all-female flyover. Read More
February 1, 2019
Veterans
UA, AARP partner to study needs of Alabama’s older military vets
The University of Alabama Office for Military Families and Veterans and AARP Alabama are partnering to conduct a survey to assess the needs of older veterans in the state. The study aims to pinpoint the needs of the vets in order to connect them to resources and services. According to David L. Albright, the Hill […]
February 1, 2019
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CHEA International Quality Group Meeting Addresses Quality, Public Trust
Concerns about how to shore up flagging trust in higher education and ensure quality in the academy drew attendees from around the world this week to the annual meeting of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation’s International Quality Group (CIQG).
January 31, 2019
News Roundup
Dr. Dana A. Williams Appointed Interim Dean of Howard Graduate School
Dr. Dana A. Williams, chair of the Department of English and professor of African-American literature at Howard University, has recently been appointed as interim dean of the Howard University Graduate School. “Dr. Williams is a respected educator and academic professional,” said Howard provost and chief academic officer Dr. Anthony Wutoh. “I am confident that she will […]
January 31, 2019
Latest News
Texas Higher Education Commissioner Resigns from Post
Dr. Raymund A. Paredes is stepping down as commissioner of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on Aug. 31, closing out a 15-year tenure of leading initiatives that include increasing enrollment and graduation rates for poor and underrepresented students.
January 31, 2019
News Roundup
Smith College to Enforce New Administrative Reforms Amid Racial Profiling Case
Smith College has announced it will formally adopt administrative reforms after settling a lawsuit between the school and Oumou Kanoute, who was receiving representation by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). In July 2018, a college employee called Smith campus police on Kanoute, a Black woman and rising sophomore at the time, for eating lunch […]
January 31, 2019
STEM
Dr. José Caraballo-Cueto: Problem Solver
The aftermath of Hurricane Maria on Puerto Rico affected everyone living on the island. Dr. José Caraballo-Cueto, an associate professor of economics at the University of Puerto Rico (UPR) at Cayey and director of the Census Information Center (CIC) at Puerto Rico, was no exception.
January 31, 2019
News Roundup
USF Announces Opening of New NPHC Commemorative Plaza
The University of South Florida (USF) has announced the opening of a new National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Commemorative Plaza which features nine plots with elevated plaques that represent each of the historically Black Greek organizations under the NPHC. USF is the first non-historically Black college or university in the state of Florida to have this […]
January 31, 2019
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