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An Open Letter to HBCU Graduates

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Over the last several years, we have witnessed firsthand the chilling effects of legislative actions and court decisions to outlaw efforts designed to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in higher education and in the workplace. The war on DEI is being well documented.

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How Project 2025’s War on Higher Education Diversity Threatens Our Global Competitiveness

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This document, a roadmap for the next conservative presidential administration, frames diversity and inclusion efforts as a coordinated attack on American values, advocating for a radical restructuring of federal education policy that would have devastating consequences for historically underrepresented students.

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How Colleges and Universities Nationwide are Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Francis College, in 1964, said Shannon Zlotkowski, assistant provost for DEI at UNE. Dr. Wyatt Tee Walker’s roles, not just as social justice leaders but also as spiritual leaders, said Anthony Crenshaw, director of operations and strategic initiatives and the 2024 MLK celebration chair at UR. One of its events will be a Jan.

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DEI Blog: Third Time’s a Charm

College for Creative Study

It was in this liminal space that I fostered my passion for social justice that led to me being one of the founding members of Occupy Detroit – the ultimate focus of my senior thesis. It is important that whichever form of documentation you provide includes recommended accommodations that are related to the symptoms of your disability.

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Summit Brings Together Leaders to Discuss How to Strengthen America's HBCUs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As we work tirelessly to navigate the polarizing currents of the 2024 election year, witnessing the gross erosion of DEI initiatives and the rollback of affirmative action, the pivotal role of these institutions and leaders becomes even more crucial.” Terrell L Strayhorn, director of the Center for the Study of HBCUs at Virginia Union. “As