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10th Minority Male Initiative Set to Shape the Future

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

With its theme, Tomorrow Belongs to Those Who Prepare for it Today - Malcolm X , the conference aims to provide firsthand information about different career opportunities and education on personal development. science, technology, engineering, and math, or STEM; 2.) mainframe computing communications media; 3.)

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The Metaverse explained for university leaders: challenges for universities ahead (3/4)

Dr. Simon Paul Atkinson

I received some negative feedback for comparing 3D Cinema and VR technology adoption curves. I stand by my contention that such technology developments need to take more account of user expectations, as well as their user experience. Demographic patterns play a huge part in any technological innovation.

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Navigating Pathways to Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

From the burgeoning focus on diversity and inclusion in the 1980s and 1990s to the rise of digital technology in the late 1990s and 2000s, I have been privileged to observe and contribute to significant shifts in the educational paradigm. Each phase of my journey provided unique insights into the challenges and opportunities within academia.

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These are the top 10 colleges for cybersecurity education

University Business

Since the pandemic, the increased reliance on digital technology, such as virtual meetings and online learning, has created additional pathways enabling bad actors to access confidential student and employee data. The institution offers a range of courses under the umbrella of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.

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Launching the Computer Science Education Group: Fostering Collaboration and Advancement

Teaching Matters Academic Communities

Photo credit: Unsplash CC0 In this extra post, the authors share details about the new Computer Science Education Group; an innovative initiative that aims to bring together staff and students of varied backgrounds involved in Computer Science Education. What Sets Us Apart?

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Explore Careers in Medicine & Healthcare this IAP!

CAPD

Join Prehealth Advising this IAP for a collection of events designed to help you explore your interest in careers at the intersection of medicine, healthcare, and research along with the chance to get involved in small-scale volunteer opportunities and clinical experiences. The event can host only 2 MIT undergraduates per day.

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Engaging young people in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

Teaching Matters Academic Support

Recent statistics show that in the United Kingdom, the percentage of women graduating from computer science was only 15%, and in engineering it was slightly lower at 14%. A recent event at Lornshill Academy in Alloa, Scotland, reminded me of the benefits of volunteering my time at a critical point in a student’s journey.