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Deborah W. Martinez

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Martinez has extensive experience as a senior association executive, including the development and management of continuing education and professional development programs, as well as regional, national and international conferences and meetings.

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These 10 schools found their footing creating quality alternative credentials

University Business

UPCEA, the professional development nonprofit, brought together institutions across various sizes, sectors and regions to highlight alternative credential models that complement each school’s mission. It took 10 months for the university to implement the system.

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Black History Month – The Work and Importance of the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA)

Clark Nesxen

NOMA uses programming to foster justice and equity in communities across the country through outreach, community advocacy, professional development, and design excellence. In 2020, VANOMA became an official professional chapter. NOMA’s mission, rooted in a rich legacy of activism, is to empower our local chapters and membership.

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How institutions are leaving money on the table with their alternative credential offerings

University Business

In a December 2023 report that studied nearly 100 UPCEA members representing institutions focused on online and continuing education, 94% said their institution offers alternative credentials, and 66% said senior leadership has become fundamental to their institutions’ strategic plans. Partnerships are too expensive (37%).

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Why higher ed needs to get on board with micro-credentials

University Business

University Professional and Continuing Education Association (UPCEA) and edtech company Collegis partnered for this study, which reflects the opinions of 514 employers from different organizations. Executives, supervisors and HR staff still more highly value a traditional degree over non-degree credentials.

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To Weather the Storms of Higher Education, Remember Why You’re There

Supporting Student Success

In creating that website , I recognized my passion for education lies in missed opportunities I saw in my own life. He achieved this with a technical degree and lots of continuing education. The second woman who contributed to my passion for continued education is my Tootie, my “other mother.” Dr. Cali M.K.

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How Post University’s Career Readiness Model Can Help Not-For-Profit Universities and Graduates: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 172 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Camille Dumont

The Change Leader, Inc.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Director Camille Dumont of the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) about how she aligned career services with academia at Post University to better prepare students for the workforce. Camille has been at Post University in a variety of capacities since 2011.