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An Open Letter to HBCU Graduates

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Historically, HBCU students and alumni have played a pivotal role in securing the civil rights of not only Black people, but of all marginalized Americans. Iowa’s legislation doesn’t just ban DEI offices; it goes on to restrict the topics on which an institution may take a position , a list that includes “social justice” and “antiracism.”

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Beyond ‘Historically Black’: An Insider’s Call for HBCU Revolution

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

He describes presidents who rule like autocrats, boards of trustees who lack higher education expertise, and administrative practices that prioritize image over substance. His critique of professional incest the recycling of mediocre administrators between institutions is particularly scathing.

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A Scholarship of the Underserved to Inspire Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

in Higher Education Administration Program at North Carolina Central University, an historically Black university in Durham, North Carolina. My research focuses on inequities in higher education among marginalized college students and the impact of college environments on students, faculty, and administrators,” says McMickens. “I

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Johanna Bond Appointed Dean of Rutgers Law School

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“An accomplished legal scholar and a strong academic administrator, Professor Johanna Bond is uniquely qualified to serve as the dean of Rutgers University Law School,” said Dr. Antonio Tillis, chancellor of Rutgers University-Camden. I look forward to welcoming Professor Bond to campus.”

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Whittier College President Dr. Linda Oubré Announces Resignation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Oubré sought to reaffirm the Whittier’s values of social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and had made the “tough decision” to realign resources, she said. Our highest priority is establishing qualified leadership on the Board and in the Administration. We are not there yet.”

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End of the Rainbow?

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It really is a structural erasure of queer and trans individuals,” says Dr. Ángel de Jesús González, an assistant professor of higher education administration and leadership at Fresno State. At the University of Texas at Austin, Lavender Graduation for LGBTQ students was taken up by the alumni association.

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College Sports: A Work in Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

She rebranded Cal’s annual tournament to reflect a focus on social justice and equity. We also highlight things they’re doing in their own communities and on their campuses to promote social justice.” They were making demands and holding administration’s feet to the fire.” was key,” says Carter-Francique.

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