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EdTrust-West Report Calls for Commission to Address Black Student Education Crisis in California

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A new report from education advocacy organization EdTrust-West reveals that California's educational system continues to fail Black students despite years of rhetoric Dr. Christopher J. Nellum about equity and inclusion. The report, titled "Black Minds Matter 2025: Building Bright Black Futures," calls for the establishment of a State Commission on Black Education Transformation to address systemic issues plaguing the state's fragmented education governance structure.

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Building Community on Bluesky: Higher Ed Edition

Dr. Josie Ahlquist

As digital spaces shift, finding and following colleagues isn’t as easy as it once was. Higher ed professionals have spent years building meaningful relationships—exchanging ideas, offering support, and learning from one another. As we transition to new platforms like Bluesky, it’s important to maintain those connections.To kick things off, you can find me, Dr.

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City University of Seattle Names First Woman and Person of Color as President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

City University of Seattle (CityU) announced Thursday that Suzanne Elise Walsh has been appointed as its new president, making history as the first woman and first Suzanne Elise Walsh person of color to lead the institution in its 50-year history. Walsh currently serves as president of Bennett College in North Carolina, one of only two historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in the nation dedicated exclusively to educating women.

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Student presentations: An authentic assessment for online postgraduate students

Teaching Matters Online Learning

Credit: Pixabay Dr. Emily OReilly, Deputy Director of the Online MSc in International Animal Health at The University of Edinburgh, explores the effective use of student presentations to assess online postgraduate students. In her detailed blog, Dr. O’Reilly discusses how oral presentations not only enhance learning outcomes by allowing students to delve deeply into their subjects but also prepare them for professional realities where clear and impactful communication is essential.

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ResEdChat Ep 108: Safe Spaces, Strong Communities: Supporting LGBTIA Students in Housing

Roompact

In this episode, join host Crystal and Travis Tucker,Assistant Dean and Director of the Carl A. Fields Center for Equality and Understanding at Princeton University, as they explore how campus housing staff can better support LGBT students by addressing privacy, community, and inclusivity. They discuss impactful policies, staff training, and partnerships, share success stories, and offer practical advice for creating spaces where students who identify as LGBTIA thrive.

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How to turn recruitment promises into real results

University Business

Recruitment is about more than getting students to say yes. In a competitive higher education landscape, institutions must align what they promise during admissions with the student experience they deliver. The student experience is the glue that holds retention, trust and academic success together, and when admissions and recruitment strategies work hand-in-hand with academics, the result is a thriving, engaged student community.

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New Research Questions DOGE Claims About Education Department Cuts

Confessions of a Community College Dean

New research suggests that the Department of Government Efficiency has been making inaccurate claims about the extent of its savings from cuts to the Department of Education.

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What Is Organizational Development?

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

Applying Principles of Organizational Development in Higher Education If you work in higher education, you know the industry is constantly evolving. Shifting student demographics, emerging technologies, and market pressures require institutions to be proactive in building a stronger, more adaptable foundation for long-term success. Thats where organizational development (also known as org dev or OD) comes in.

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A Lawless Attack on Diversity

Confessions of a Community College Dean

A Lawless Attack on Diversity Elizabeth Redden Thu, 02/27/2025 - 03:00 AM Ray Li writes that the Feb. 14 Dear Colleague letter is not supported by established case law or sound legal reasoning.

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Enter your research into the MIT Research Slam for a chance for 10K!

CAPD

Enter by March 10 ! The MIT Research Slam isa research presentation that builds on the classic elevator pitch or 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) competition. There are many perks of participating in the MIT Research Slam! In addition to thousands of dollars in cash prizes and prestige, youll: hone your science communication skills in preparation workshops and with online resources create a research video that you can use on LinkedIn, at conferences, and in professional portfolios practice showcasing your

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Pro-Palestinian protesters force their way into Barnard College building

University Business

Pro-Palestinian protesters wearing kaffiyeh scarves and masks pushed their way into Barnard College’s Milbank Hall, which houses the offices of the dean, and assaulted a school employee Wednesday, according to the school. The protesters later left Milbank Hall in the night without further incident, Barnard President Laura Rosenbury said in a statement.

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NCES Commissioner Put on Leave

Confessions of a Community College Dean

A longtime veteran of the Education Department and the current commissioner of the National Center for Education Statistics is now on administrative leave, Education Week reported.

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Dixon v. Alabama State Board of Education (1961)

Missouri State

Its Black History Month, and the Office of Student Conduct would like to spotlight the case of Dixon v. Alabama State Board of Education (1961) and honor the people of color who transformed student conduct policies in the United States, laying the foundation for modern procedural due process at colleges and universities. In 1961, several black students were expelled from Alabama State College, now known as Alabama State University, after participating in several civil rights demonstrations.

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Local Lawmakers Press Penn to Uphold DEI

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Local lawmakers walked out of a meeting with University of Pennsylvania officials on Tuesday due to what they said was insufficient support for diversity, equity and inclusion, WHYY reported. Pennsylvania state senator Art Haywood and state representative Napoleon Nelson, both Democrats, reportedly walked out of the meeting after a Penn official referred to diversity as a lightning rod.

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". IF YOU CAN KEEP IT!": The Fight for Democracy in America (CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies)

Higher Education Inquirer

Click here to view as webpage Fri. March 7 thru Fri. April 4 - via Zoom ". IF YOU CAN KEEP IT!": The Fight for Democracy in America * Civic Engagement and Leadership Development 2025 * Fridays at Noon (ET) from March 7 to April 4. Virtual via Zoom webinar. Register: slucuny.swoogo.com/CELD2025 Fri. March 7 -- 12:00pm-1:30pm : "From Multiracial Democracy to Multiracial Fascism?

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Tech Companies Want to Put You Out of Work

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Tech Companies Want to Put You Out of Work johnw@mcsweeneys.net Thu, 02/27/2025 - 03:00 AM They already claim AI can do a teachers job. What do we do about that?

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BIG CHANGES to SNAP, Medicaid, Social Security & Student Loan Forgiveness - What You NEED to Know! (Low-Income Relief)

Higher Education Inquirer

If youre worried about losing your benefits, youre not alone. With new budget resolutions and lawsuits targeting SNAP, Medicaid, and student loan forgiveness, millions of Americans could be impacted.

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Your Alumni Magazine Is a Source of Marketing Gold

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Your Alumni Magazine Is a Source of Marketing Gold rzinkan@rhb.com Thu, 02/27/2025 - 03:00 AM Authentic storytelling can be key to successful marketing campaigns in higher education.

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And the Oscar Goes To. Everyone?

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

On March 2, the Academy Awards held their 97th ceremony, awarding 23 categories for achievement in film. Some categories have changed over the years, while others have been scrapped or swapped to meet modern standards. But one category has remained the samethe awards for acting. Professor Lawrence R. Jones Performance awards also hold another distinction.

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Stanford Drops Plan to Buy Bay Area Campus

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Stanford University backed off a plan, almost four years in the making, to buy the Notre Dame de Namur University campus in nearby Belmont, Calif., the San Francisco Chronicle reported.

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Usher to Receive Honorary Doctorate and Deliver Emory University's Commencement Address

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Grammy-winning artist Usher Raymond IV will deliver the keynote address at Emory University's 180th Commencement ceremony on Monday, May 12, where he will Usher also receive an honorary doctor of humane letters degree. "There are few artists in the history of popular music who have innovated as ceaselessly as Usher," said Emory President Dr. Gregory L.

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Report: Demographic Disparities in STEMM Persistence

Confessions of a Community College Dean

A new report from the Common App found major racial disparities in persistence rates for students who enter college pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, mathematics or medicine.

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Need a professional headshot? CAPD has you covered!

CAPD

A strong professional presence starts with a great headshot! Whether you’re updating your LinkedIn profile, refreshing your resume, or preparing for job applications, CAPD has you covered. Free Drop-In Photo Booth Spring 2025 This spring, take advantage of free, high-quality professional headshots at CAPD! Our photo booth is open for drop-in use every Monday this spring semester from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM in E17-294.

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Trump Is Targeting DEI in Higher Ed. But What Does He Mean?

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Trump Is Targeting DEI in Higher Ed. But What Does He Mean? Ryan Quinn Thu, 02/27/2025 - 03:00 AM Colleges are supposed to comply with the administrations recent guidance by the end of the week. But its hard to tell which activities the White House actually opposes.

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Introducing the brand new Communication and Technology Studio at the WCC

CAPD

The Writing and Communication Center (WCC) has launched a new Communication and Technology Studio to help you enhance your public speaking skills. At the studio, you can practice your presentations in front of simulated audiences and receive instant feedback from the PitchVantage software. To get started, reserve the studio at [link] by choosing the Consultations with PItchVantage schedule and begin practicing your presentations.

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Boycott Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, February 28, 2025

Higher Education Inquirer

The Higher Education Inquirer (HEI) is in solidarity with nonviolent protests against the Trump administration. Tomorrow is a 24-hour boycott of Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy.

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Spring Programming at the WCC

CAPD

As we step into a new semester, the Writing and Communication Center (WCC) is excited to offer two fantastic programs to help you achieve your academic and professional writing goals: Writing Together Online and the Writing a Journal Article Series. Whether you’re looking to develop consistent writing habits or tackle the challenge of publishing a journal article, these programs provide structured support, expert guidance, and a collaborative environment.

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Higher Ed and the First 30 Days of the Trump Administration: The Key

Confessions of a Community College Dean

In the latest episode of The Key,Inside Higher Eds news and analysis podcast, Editor in Chief Sara Custer speaks with IHEs news editor, Katherine Knott, about the policies, people and surprises from the first 30 days of the second Trump administration.

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U.S. Department of Education Launches “End DEI” Portal (US Department of Education)

Higher Education Inquirer

WASHINGTON Today, the U.S. Department of Education launched EndDEI.Ed.Gov , a public portal for parents, students, teachers, and the broader community to submit reports of discrimination based on race or sex in publicly-funded K-12 schools. The secure portal allows parents to provide an email address, the name of the students school or school district, and details of the concerning practices.

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As Trump’s deadline to eliminate DEI nears, few schools openly rush to make changes

University Business

Schools and colleges across the U.S. face a Friday deadline to end diversity programs or risk having their federal money pulled by the Trump administration, yet few are openly rushing to make changes. Many believe theyre on solid legal ground, and they know it would be all but unprecedentedand extremely time-consumingfor the government to cut off funding.

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Trump administration quietly shutters online form for student debt repayment

The Guardian Higher Education

Removal comes after court decision pausing Joe Bidens Save program, leaving millions of Americans in the lurch Dont let a billionaires algorithm control what you read. Download our free app to get trusted reporting. The Donald Trump administration has taken down the online application form for several popular student debt repayment plans, causing confusion among borrowers and likely creating complications for millions of Americans with outstanding loans.