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Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson Lauded at Dr. John Hope Franklin Reception

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The presentation took place during the annual meeting of American Council of Education (ACE). Dozens gathered to celebrate Jackson’s extraordinary academic, industry, and government career. John Hope Franklin Award last Friday night by Diverse. Dr. Freeman A. Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson with Diverse co-founder Frank L.

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Mapping the Legacy of RPI's First African American Woman Leader

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Following her retirement as president of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in July 2022, Jackson continued to have an impact on academia, industry, and public service. Jackson was a 2009 recipient of the Dr. John Hope Franklin Award but was recognized at this year’s American Council on Education (ACE) annual meeting in Washington, D.C.

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The Rise of Microcredentials: Why They’re the Future of Education and Career Advancement

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What if the future of education isnt just about degrees, but about mastering the skills that employers are actively seeking? Todays learners and employers want flexible, career-focused education and thats where microcredentials come in. billion from 2025-2029. Traditional degrees are no longer the sole path to career success.

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The Rise of Alternative Credentials: Why They’re the Future of Education and Career Advancement

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What if the future of education isnt just about degrees, but about mastering the skills that employers are actively seeking? Todays learners and employers want flexible, career-focused education and thats where alternative credentials come in. billion from 2025-2029. Whats driving this surge?

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What is a ‘research culture’?

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by GR Evans Should higher education providers foster a ‘research culture’? As the body responsible for research under the Higher Education and Research Act (2017), UK Research and Innovation offers its own definition. Providers were to ‘specialise in working with industry and employers’.

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Biden seeks Pell increase, renews calls for free community college

Confessions of a Community College Dean

1, would help build a higher education system that grows the middle class, drives the economy forward and prepares students for highly skilled jobs. Officials say they are committing to doubling the maximum award by 2029. Department officials said the budget proposal , which is for fiscal year 2024 beginning Oct.