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Howard University Taps Antiracist Scholar Ibram X. Kendi to Head New Advanced Studies Institute

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The fellowship program will also be available to Howard's faculty members. Kendi's exceptional scholarship and unwavering commitment to social justice align perfectly with Howard University's mission and values as we deepen our scholarship on the African Diaspora," he said. Dr. Ibram X.

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For the Common Good

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As researchers, practitioners, and healthcare workers reflect on the events of the last two and a half years, programs related to public health have become a priority at many colleges and universities. The pandemic has brought increased awareness of healthcare disparities. It includes an internship at a healthcare facility.

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Finding Her Purpose

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Ford, UCLA Words of wisdom/advice for new faculty members: “Don’t be afraid to chart your own path. Dr. Sharrelle Barber, a social epidemiologist, deftly combines the roles of scholar and activist. Dr. Leslie Ain McClure describes Barber as “a scholar, an advocate, and a social justice warrior.”

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Access Must be Front Burner for Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

There is the possibility of increasing enrollment with high-demand programs like nursing and other areas of healthcare, said Lee, but such programs are costly in order to ensure adequate skills labs and faculty. “While state budgets are currently doing really well, we do have some concern maybe a year or two down the road,” he said.

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Setting the Tone in DEI, Accessibility Work

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It’s an online module that we released earlier this year to all our faculty and staff as required training. It was also incorporated into all our new employee/new faculty orientations. There was a recommendation to have focus groups beginning this fall with diverse populations of staff, faculty, and students to capture their stories.

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HBCU Medical Schools Growing in Number

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

To launch a new medical school years in the making took mobilizing a village of support that included faculty and staff. Verret said in January, there are plans at XULA to create a physician pipeline that addresses longstanding inequities and builds a diverse, competent healthcare workforce of the future.

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Small College America – Profile Earlham College

Edu Alliance Journal

The college maintains its commitment to principles such as integrity, peace, social justice, and community engagement, which shape both its academic and extracurricular life. Small Class Sizes With a 9:1 student-faculty ratio , Earlham offers personalized attention and mentoring opportunities. Notable Alumni: Michael C.