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Report Documents Accountability, Culture in Northwestern Athletics

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Many of the student-athletes who participated in a recent review of athletics accountability and culture expressed appreciation for the resources made available to them at Northwestern University, according to a university report by law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP.

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Miami Dade College: A Hispanic Serving Institution Documenting “Servingness” through Community Engagement

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In today's rapidly evolving world, the role of colleges and universities extends beyond the traditional boundaries of teaching and research. They are increasingly recognizing the importance of community engagement in fostering civic responsibility, addressing societal challenges, and enriching the educational experience for students.

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Report: California Community College Leadership Growing More Diverse But CEOs Face Shorter Tenures

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However, the report also documents significant progress in diversifying leadership: Black/African American CEOs now make up 17.3% He said that CEOs must navigate challenges including uncertain funding, enrollment declines, new legislative mandates, and heightened scrutiny over campus climate and student success metrics.

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International Student's Detention Raises Questions About Visa Policies

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The document cites laws indicating deportation is applicable when an individual fails to maintain immigration status or when their presence "would have potentially adverse foreign policy consequences."

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New Report Highlights Critical Role of HBCUs, TCUs, and MSIs in Student Success and Economic Mobility

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The findings underscore the need for increased federal and philanthropic investment in these institutions, which have historically operated with fewer resources than their counterparts despite their documented contributions to higher education equity and economic mobility.

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Report: Housing Crisis Threatens Student Parents' College Dreams

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The report documents how housing instability can lead to delays in speech and motor skills, emotional and behavioral issues, and educational setbacks. In the D.C. area alone, where housing costs are 69% higher than the national average, 13 Scholars needed emergency funding just to cover rent or mortgage payments in the current fiscal year.

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Dr. Jerome Morris Elected Next AERA President, Continuing Legacy of Black Leadership

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Morris's scholarly contributions include his latest book, Central City's Joy and Pain: Solidarity, Survival, and Soul in a Birmingham Housing Project , which combines historical analysis with memoir to document residents' efforts to sustain their community despite housing and educational inequities.

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