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Dr. Blanca Elizabeth Vega, Montclair State University

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from the prestigious Higher and Postsecondary Education program at Teachers College, Columbia University. Vega earned her Ed.D.

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A Scholarship of the Underserved to Inspire Equity

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He also holds a master’s degree in administration of higher education from Suffolk University and an educational doctorate in higher education from the University of Pennsylvania.

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Dr. Timothy Alvarez Retires from Otero College in Purpose, with Satisfaction

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In addition to more than 30 academic and certificate programs, there are bachelor’s degree programs offered in collaboration with Colorado University, Denver. The T-PREP (Partnership for Rural Educator Program) allows students who want to remain in the local community to earn a four-year degree and a teaching license.

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Succession Planning in HBCUs Ensures Long-Term Sustainability

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. • Professional development programs: Once high-potential individuals are identified, strategic professional development programs should be implemented to enhance their leadership capabilities. This may include mentoring, training workshops, executive education programs, and job rotations.

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HBCU Medical Schools Growing in Number

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When Prothrow-Stith joined CDU in 2016, developing an independent medical program, the university’s long-held dream, became her job. The California Legislature awarded the university $50 million to support the new medical education program.

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University of Denver Investigates Antisemitic Incidents

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“We want to be very clear that these acts are NOT acceptable within DU’s community, and acknowledge the harm that has been caused to members of our community,” Todd Adams, vice chancellor of student affairs and inclusive excellence, wrote in a message to the student body, released Tuesday.

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6 trends impacting community college enrollment in 2023

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For example, 27% of community college students reported that they have had difficulty paying their rent or mortgage in the past year, and 21% have skipped or reduced meals. Some states, like Washington, California, and Illinois, have implemented policies that require public colleges to assist students with access to basic needs.