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Dr. Toby S. Jenkins, University of South Carolina

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Jenkins other community outreach initiatives won awards from the President of the United States and the Governor of Maryland. Dr. Jenkins currently serves as Associate Provost for Faculty Development at the University of South Carolina.

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On a Mission: Damon L. Williams Jr., Takes on the World

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In his sophomore year of college, Williams had begun to struggle academically and financially, but the leadership and faculty at Xavier gave him the opportunity to continue his education. Because of the dean leads, the vice provost, the team members working with me, we were able to do great things with faculty and faculty fellows.

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Conway-Turner: From First-Gen Student to 43-Year Career Retirement

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Conway-Turner, who will retire at the end of this academic year after nine years as president of Buffalo State, has had a stellar 43-year career as a faculty member and administrator. It has been part of my focus to really engage our students in civic and community work.” Students, faculty and staff, everybody was concerned. “It

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Exploring the Roots of Racial Bias

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

developmental psychology and education, University of Toronto Career mentors: Dr. Kang Lee, University of Toronto, and Dr. Mahzarin Banaji, Harvard University Words of wisdom/advice for new faculty members: “Align your time with your priorities and avoid saying ‘yes’ on the spot." finance and economics, Zhejiang University, China; M.A.,

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How intentional building design helps these colleges build community synergy

University Business

“We serve scholars, faculty and students, but the ability of our programs to reach broad, diverse audiences allows us to give back in a meaningful way.” “Our faculty are multi-specialty physicians who practice in primary care and psychiatry or addiction medicine.”

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Can Higher Education Do Good with Decommissioned Devices?

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

Successful higher education institutions are an ingrained part of their communities. University administrators are well aware of the potential pitfalls of community outreach, whether political, financial or cultural. It’s not always easy, however. Colleges are often a wealth of information, but the amount of sharing…

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President moves: Recent resignations show 3 reasons why a leader steps down

University Business

In her last year as president, Ward looks forward to ramping up community outreach efforts. Declining enrollment, budget cuts, faculty layoffs and a contentious partnership with a for-profit company have spelled the end of Robbyn Wacker’s presidential tenure at St. The work was done in collaboration with the provost.