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Staying Woke for A Cause

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I didn’t even consult my parents. In 2019, he became the recipient of both an honorary doctorate in social work and a Distinguished Alumnus award for his decades of commitment and service to racial equality, the highest honor awarded by the University of Tennessee Alumni Board.

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Staying Woke for A Cause

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I didn’t even consult my parents. In 2019, he became the recipient of both an honorary doctorate in social work and a Distinguished Alumnus award for his decades of commitment and service to racial equality, the highest honor awarded by the University of Tennessee Alumni Board.

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Dr. Marlene Tromp Named University of Vermont's 28th President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I'm so excited to work with my colleagues, the students, alumni, and friends to improve individual lives and the life of the community." She currently serves on the NCAA Division I Board of Directors and consults on higher education with the Federal Reserve Board of San Francisco. from the University of Florida.

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EVANGELINE R. POINTER

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Pointer as been appointed director of alumni affairs and engagement at South Carolina State University. She served as associate vice president/strategy and planning consultant for the chief operations officer on the Strategic Programs and Enterprise Change Management Team at Wells Fargo. Evangeline R. Pointer Evangeline R.

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Dr. Karrie Dixon Elected Chancellor of North Carolina Central University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NCCU embodies grit, innovation, leadership, purpose and legacy, and I am committed to building on our rich traditions and ensuring that our students, faculty, staff and alumni have the tools and opportunities necessary to succeed,” she said. “I I can’t wait to engage with all the possibilities that Durham has to offer.”

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CARME WILLIAMS

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Carme Williams Carme Williams has been appointed advancement consultant and interim vice president of development and alumni affairs at Texas Southern University. She served as vice president of development at Prairie View A&M University.

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Sewell Named Next President at Morris College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“I am, also, honored to serve on behalf of the Board of Trustees of Morris College, along with joining the students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community in working collaboratively to support student success, grow enrollment, raise financial support, and enhance academic programs.