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Formerly Incarcerated Students Are Humans First

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

There was free pizza from an award-winning shop , music, and even entertainment for kids. That is largely because these justice-impacted students are often invisible to educators, their identities simply erased. Higher education post-incarceration also expands individuals social networks and promotes their health and well-being.

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Empowering Community Colleges Through AI: A New Era of Access and Economic Mobility

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Combined with the Apple App Store, which first debuted in 2008 with 500 phone applications, in less than 20 years, technology has revolutionized how the average consumer communicates, entertains themselves, and obtains information. Consequently, renormalizing consumer expectations for end-user experiences.

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Dr. Sylvester James Gates, Jr.: Pioneering Theoretical Physicist Bridges Mathematical Worlds

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

So, Im stunned first because, quite frankly, as an African American, outside of entertainment, its very seldom that we are recognized for what we do, Gates adds. The fruits of Gates efforts to provide strong science education can be found across the globe. I was okay with that because I wasnt doing things for recognition.

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Assisting Students in Making Career Decisions in the Context of Socioeconomic Incentives

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The role of higher education institutions in shaping students' career path choices is pivotal. The allure of high financial rewards associated with certain professions, such as athletes, entertainers, and media personalities, can be significant motivating factors for students. The economic incentives are relatively straightforward.

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Campuswide Cybersecurity Training Educates and Entertains

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

Chas Grundy knows what he’s up against as he tries to protect his institution from the latest cyberthreats. Success, he says, depends on community engagement and getting students, staff and faculty to change their behavior. That’s a tall order,” says Grundy, director of IT strategy and transformation at the University of Notre Dame.

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Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black Music’ Dies at 92

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Clarence Avant, who was widely known as ‘the Black Godfather’ of the entertainment industry, died on Monday. Clarence Avant “Through his revolutionary business leadership, Clarence became affectionately known as “the Black Godfather” in the worlds of music, entertainment, politics , and sports,” read a statement released by his family.

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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. show business and entertainment. It also offers scholarships, internships, and career opportunities. health science; 4.)