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N.C. Governor Seeks to Retool Community College Funding
Tinkering with how to calculate state money that North Carolina’s community colleges receive has left many campuses this fall with fewer instructors, larger classes and reduced services for students seeking skills to build careers.
September 8, 2013
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Former University Diversity Chief to Strengthen College Access Capabilities of National Nonprofit
Previously the chief diversity officer at the University of Wisconsin, Dr. Damon A. Williams expects to build bridges between the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and higher education in new position.
September 8, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Analysts Warn Higher Education Headed for a Shakeout
Facing skeptical customers, declining enrollment, an antiquated financial model that is hemorrhaging money, and new kinds of low-cost competition, some U.S. universities and colleges may be phased out.
September 8, 2013
International
Trade Balance: Numbers Growing for American Students Studying in China, Vice Versa
Since the 2009-10 school year, China has become the top country for sending students to study at American colleges and universities; and, more Americans are heading to China to supplement or complete their education.
September 8, 2013
Students
Teen Dies After Giving Birth in Benedict College Dorm Room
Authorities say a 19-year-old Benedict College student bled to death after delivering a stillborn baby alone in her dorm room.
September 5, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Raises on Agenda for Southern University Board
Raises may be forthcoming for hundreds of Southern University employees from New Orleans to Shreveport if campus leaders can make a convincing case to Southern’s Board of Supervisors.
September 5, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Panel Says There Should Be No Question About HBCUs’ Relevancy
HBCU presidents who participated in a forum at Howard University were united in expressing concerns about the growing debate about the relevance of their institutions.
September 5, 2013
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Cal State University System Chancellor Learning on Listening Tour
Dr. Timothy P. White’s experience as an immigrant leads him to go out of his way to ask students about their experiences and backgrounds, their needs and career hopes.
September 5, 2013
African-American
Study Shows Graduates of Elite Schools Don’t Necessarily Earn More
Using the first-year earnings of graduates in five states, the study found that those from regional and second-tier campuses, on average, earn about the same as those who go to prestigious flagship universities.
September 5, 2013
Opinion
What’s Trending for Conservatives? ‘Racism Talk Breeds Disunity’
It is a fascinating rhetorical strategy conservatives are using to shoo away the circulating conversation on racism.
September 5, 2013
Students
University of Louisville Business Chief Facing Fraud Allegations
The executive director of a medical department at the University of Louisville wrote checks to himself from several medical practices linked to the school for amounts possibly exceeding $2 million over the last six years, an Internal Revenue Service criminal investigator said in an affidavit.
September 4, 2013
Students
Stephen Ross to Give $200M to University of Michigan
New York real estate magnate and Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross plans to give $200 million to the University of Michigan for its business school and athletics programs, the largest single donation in the school’s history, officials announced Wednesday.
September 4, 2013
Students
Towson University Cheerleaders Appealing Suspension for Hazing
Enforcing a zero tolerance policy for hazing, Towson University suspended its entire national championship-winning cheerleading team for the 2013-14 academic year.
September 4, 2013
Community Colleges
Immigrant Fights to Become California Lawyer
Living in the U.S. illegally, Sergio Garcia is asking the California Supreme Court to license him despite the U.S. Department of Justice’s objection.
September 4, 2013
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North Carolina Affirms Right of HBCU Student to Run for Local Office
In reversing a local board’s decision, the N.C. Board of Elections rules that a student living in an Elizabeth City State University dormitory meets the residency requirement to be eligible to run for city council.
September 4, 2013
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Welcome Carletta!
Please join us in welcoming Carletta Johnson to the Diverse: Issues In Higher Education team as an Administrative Assistant. Carletta is pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice from University of Maryland University College. Her skills and expertise include clerical and customer service. For leisure, Carletta enjoys spending time with family, shopping and listening to music.
September 3, 2013
Community Colleges
Xavier Rebounds After Devastation of Katrina
Eight years ago, Xavier University took a heavy blow from Hurricane Katrina and its floodwaters.
September 3, 2013
Faculty & Staff
North Dakota Tribal Colleges Racing to Keep Up With State’s Job Boom
Four North Dakota tribal colleges will use state grants to develop and enhance programs that meet the state’s employment needs in high-demand areas.
September 3, 2013
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