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UMass Professor Emeritus Dr. Robert Paul Wolff, Who Bridged Philosophy and African American Studies, Dies at 91

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

His memoir, Autobiography of an Ex-White Man: Learning a New Master Narrative for America , published in 2005, chronicled his transformative journey and intellectual evolution while teaching in the W.E.B. The book offered a profound reflection on race, education, and personal transformation in American academia.

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CUNY’s Black Male Initiative Marks 20 Years of Success Amid National DEI Pushbacks

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The Black Male Initiative (BMI) officially began in 2005, when the New York City Council approved funding for BMI throughout the whole of the City University of New York (CUNY) system, 25 institutions in total. Those members of city council who instituted this funding back in 2005 had moved on to positions in the state senate, says Quash.

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Parnell Named President of NASPA — Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Amelia Parnell, vice president for research and policy at NASPA — Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education was named the organization’s president. From 2005 through 2012, she served as education policy analyst for the Florida Legislature. “Dr.

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Usha R. Rodrigues, University of Georgia School of Law

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

She joined the School of Law's faculty in the fall of 2005 and was named the holder of the M.E. Rodrigues became dean of the University of Georgia School of Law on January 1, 2025. Kilpatrick Chair of Corporate Finance and Securities Law in 2014.

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The Rise of Local News Deserts

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

According to the report, In the past year 127 community papers have seen their demise and since 2005, more than one in three newspapers have folded. has also lost more than one-third of its newspapers since 2005. Today, nearly 55 million Americans live in places that could accurately be labeled "news deserts."

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What Dr. Ibram Kendi’s Appointment to Howard Means for HBCUs—and Black Scholarship

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In sharing the news of his appointment, the 2005 alumnus of Florida A&M University (FAMU) described his move as "the most fulfilling career choice I have ever made." Watching her accomplish her goals, watching her joy," declared Kendi, "is one of the ultimate joys of my life." He added, "I can't wait to get started."

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Study: Latino Students Use Practical Strategies to Finance College Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The report, "How Latinos Pay for College: 2025 National Trends," builds on two decades of research and reveals that while Latino students demonstrate high financial need, they are employing effective cost-saving measures to make higher education affordable. The report also examines differences in aid receipt by institution type.

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