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The Anti-DEI Backlash: Crisis Facing Chief Diversity Officers in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

leaving chief diversity officers (CDOs) in higher education feeling embattled and uncertain about their futures. My colleagues in the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education increasingly share stories of shuttered diversity offices, reassignments, and career upheavals. Dr. Harrison Davis, Jr.

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April 17, 2025 National Day of Action for Higher Ed (Higher Ed Labor United)

Higher Education Inquirer

April 17, 2025 National Day of Action for Higher Ed On April 17, HELU is partnering with the Coalition for Action in Higher Education (CAHE) for the National Day of Action for Higher Education. There are more than 175 events planned in 44 states for April 17. Learn more about April 17 online events and register here.

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College Possible coaches gain transferable leadership skills with ServeMinnesota

College Forward

Started in 2007 by ServeMinnesota, the InterCorps Council of Minnesota (ICC) aims to promote engagement, communication, collaboration, and education to empower AmeriCorps members in Minnesota. In addition to being a general council member, members can apply for the ICC Facilitator Team.

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Leveraging data from educational events to optimize student experiences

University Business

A recent survey found a widespread deficiency of resources for educational institutions , including a lack of fundamental information on enrollment data. Without this data, many colleges and universities lack insight into what institutional events their current and prospective students want. One often overlooked strategy?

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Launching the Computer Science Education Group: Fostering Collaboration and Advancement

Teaching Matters Academic Communities

Photo credit: Unsplash CC0 In this extra post, the authors share details about the new Computer Science Education Group; an innovative initiative that aims to bring together staff and students of varied backgrounds involved in Computer Science Education. What Sets Us Apart? You can find more about us on our website: [link].

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Colleges deploy new strategies to revive English programs

Confessions of a Community College Dean

At other colleges and universities, fewer students may be seeking bachelor’s degrees in the subject, but every English class remains full—perhaps with those fulfilling general education requirements or pursuing an English or writing minor. Instead, students seem more willing to study what they’re passionate about.

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12 Great Ways to Use the Community as a Resource in Project-Based Learning

Experiential Learning Depot

Use the world as the classroom (if you can): Take students on field trips and educational travel experiences. ​For example, they could create a marketing campaign or event plan to help a business struggling with reduced foot traffic due to road construction. ​ Find us on social media!