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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Rather than accepting this as inevitable, his administration launched a comprehensive analysis of student data, policies, and practices. By taking a careful look at course offerings and degree pathways, the administration has streamlined the road to graduation. Coppin was always my first choice, says Muhammad.

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Dr. Robert Scott Named Finalist for Albany State University Presidency

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Our ability to thrive as a university depends on how well we align the needs of our students, industries, government and the broader community." Before entering the corporate world, Scott built a foundation in academia as a biology professor at Norfolk State University and served in administrative roles at Boston College and Spelman College.

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Algorithmic Bias Continues to Negatively Impact Minoritized Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As institutions of higher education turn to AI machine learning and data-driven algorithms to make their work more efficient, a new study published in the American Educational Research Association (AERA) peer-reviewed journal , AERA Open , reminds administrators that algorithms can be racially biased.

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How universities can build new bridges to industry

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With the world of continuing education evolving rapidly, universities have a unique opportunity to bridge education with industry needs. Today, our division is instrumental in equipping professionals with industry-aligned skills that support career advancement and local economic growth.

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FERITA CARTER

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Carter earned a bachelor’s degree in industrial and systems engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology, an MPA from Auburn University at Montgomery, and a Ph.D. in public policy and administration from Mississippi State University. where she served as vice president of student services.

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Tribal Colleges and Universities Seek Greater Recognition and Funding

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

train future teachers, nurses, engineers, and more. To ensure students have what they need to reach their educational goal, faculty, staff and administration at TCUs often wear multiple hats in addition to their titled role. The 35 TCUs in the U.S. Faculty have been known to buy a student’s textbooks if the student cannot afford them.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

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CSUSM’s inclusive hiring practices have increased Latino representation among faculty, administrators and staff. All faculty and administrator searches must have a DEI advocate who completes specialized training. The current administration is led by a Latinx president and provost and includes more female leaders than ever before.