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Beyond the Campus Food Pantry

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

But they have a long way to go when it comes to efficiently creating closed loops between the identification of students’ need and receipt of services, and require significant technological, data, and professional development resources to make that work effective.

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Panelists Debate Solutions for Nigerian Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Economically developed countries have created a “triple helix” of collaboration between academia, government, and industry, according to panelist Dr. Vincent Idemyor, a professor at the University of Port Harcourt. Omikunle argued, however, that primary financing for colleges must come from the government.

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University of Alabama at Birmingham Awarded $4.6 Million Grant Renewal to Bolster Cybersecurity Workforce Programs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“This grant is a renewal of the previous grant we received in 2017; but it is double in amount this time, which truly speaks to our commitment to preparing the best professionals who meet the ever-changing needs of the industry.” 32 students will be selected over five years.

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Why Community Colleges Are Smart Choices for Faculty

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The commitment colleges have for participatory governance and professional development gives faculty members the opportunity to interact with colleagues while developing institutional plans and policies as well as advancing their own careers.

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Examples of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It also added professional development for all the tutors and faculty. With our staff, we’ve engaged in professional development through International Coaching Federation, which is one of the largest governing bodies for coaching,” says Heim. “It Approximately 80% of the students who access EAP are Latino.

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Roueche Center Forum: A View from the Maricopa Community College District

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

However, in recent years, higher education, like many industries, is facing significant challenges in filling critical leadership, faculty, and support staff positions due to an aging workforce, a need for more qualified internal candidates, and increasing competition in the labor market.

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Spring 2025 Graduate Student Mentoring Circles

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Whether you’re exploring different career paths, curious about specific industries, or looking to expand your network, the Graduate Student Mentoring Circles are the perfect opportunity. Youll have the chance to connect directly with MIT alumni mentors who bring diverse perspectives and valuable insights from across industries.

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