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How to Address the Dearth in Black Male Teachers

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Her research focuses on the experiences of African American men on the teacher education pathway, such as their day-to-day lives while training, their feelings and perspectives, and their motivations in wanting to teach. Once we received funding from the state, I was able to collaboratively develop the program,” Strachan said. “We

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Going it alone – Tips for the solo traveler

NACADA

It’s a great way to meet other professionals in a smaller group setting. Do your research and plan your trip. I have found researching local restaurants, events, and weather to be especially helpful in maximizing my time outside of the conference.

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New Report Paints a Picture of Advising at MSIs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Research has well established the importance of academic advisors to students from underrepresented backgrounds, but less work has been done on advising that highlights the identities of the schools that educate them, the 859 minority serving institutions (MSIs) that enroll 35% of all undergrads in the U.S. Andrew Millin, a Ph.

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Implementing a caseload management model in a newly centralized division

EAB

Blogs Implementing a caseload management model in a newly centralized division August 9, 2023 Melissa Grant Associate Dean of Advisement, Office of the Provost, Pace University The views and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of EAB.

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Advising, Counseling, Mentoring and Teaching Black Males in Secondary and Postsecondary Settings

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The literature is replete with research on the negative outcomes Black males experience from employment to education as well as from health and interactions with law enforcement. As such, there needs to be an investment in asset-based research designed to understand the factors that can help Black boys cope with these perceptions.

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2023 Seal of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

ASU has added several Spanish language marketing materials, including an En Espanol section on the university’s website, a comprehensive admissions piece, Spanish campus tours, and multiple recruitment pieces for academic programs. It enrolls roughly 43% first-generation Latino students.

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How the Choice Based Credit System can Improve the Quality of Higher Education in India

Creatrix Campus

However, despite this demographic advantage, the country's higher education system faces numerous challenges such as outdated curricula, rigid program structures, and inadequate emphasis on practical skills development. This system empowers students to shape their education and pursue their academic and career aspirations.