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Report: Now is the Time to Connect SNAP Eligible Students to the Benefit

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Students experiencing basic needs insecurity are struggling to access reliable housing, nutritious food, or both. Food-insecure students are more likely to fail or drop out of education, according to another 2021 UNM study. This is a social justice issue, an equity issue,” said Cargas. “If Students suffer in silence.

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Fostering Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Established 53 years ago and built on principles of social justice, AAP’s mission is to create and administer innovative academic programs for students historically underrepresented in higher education. There are food closets and snack carts on campus as well as food vouchers, to which AAP participants have access.

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Rehumanizing the Research University

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Blog: Higher Ed Gamma Can a research-intensive university also be learning- and learner-centered, as dedicated to the quality of students’ educational experience as it is to scholarship, publication and invention? This reminds me every day why teaching, mentorship and service matter just as much as research. Why is that?

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Ungrading: Social Work Education Honoring the Whole Student

The Scholarly Teacher

In the National Association of Social Work’s Code of Ethics (2021) the six core values include service, the importance of human relationships, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, integrity, and competence. International Journal of Research in Education and Science , 9 (1), 55–75. B., & Gallos, M.

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Higher Ed Prepares to Celebrate the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

You can never take a break from social justice work.” Graves, chief research, education and program officer at The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change. Graves is the chief research, education and program officer at The Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Kelisha B.

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10 Inspiring Hispanic Heritage Month Project-Based Learning Driving Question Ideas

Experiential Learning Depot

Teams research, analyze and highlight books by Hispanic authors or featuring Hispanic characters. How can our class create a community mural that represents the diverse experiences and stories of Hispanic individuals to promote social justice through art and raise awareness about equity issues? Enroll now for free!

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Access Must be Front Burner for Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Students navigate housing and food insecurity, transportation issues, and other limitations to access. Smith, an associate professor of higher education at University of Cincinnati, said basic needs such as food, housing, and mental health care are critical challenges that community colleges are trying to recognize and address.