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Seeking Equity in Healthcare Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“I hope to design, create and implement a variety of innovative, interdisciplinary arts and community-engaged pedagogy that will bridge that gap between critical disability studies and healthcare education by preparing healthcare students to be cognizant of, and opposed to, oppressive, ableist healthcare attitudes and practices.”

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Aesthete Explores Equity in Disability Studies, Healthcare Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“I hope to design, create and implement a variety of innovative, interdisciplinary arts and community-engaged pedagogy that will bridge that gap between critical disability studies and healthcare education by preparing healthcare students to be cognizant of, and opposed to, oppressive, ableist healthcare attitudes and practices.”

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UDC and Howard University Partner to Train Modern Healthcare Workforce

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The University of the District of Columbia and Howard University have partnered to train a healthcare workforce for the modern day, WTOP News reported. Awuonda The joint program, PHIT4DC , will allow those interested – from high schoolers to working healthcare professionals – to enroll in public health informatics and technology courses.

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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

When students come to us for food or other wellness services, were able to check in with them and begin the process of breaking down typical barriers to mental healthcare access. TimelyCare offers 24/7 virtual mental and medical healthcare for students at no cost.

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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Signs Bills to Bolster Volunteerism, Workforce, Police, Healthcare, and Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The bill will also invest significantly in sectors including public safety, law enforcement, and healthcare. And the budget bill, HB 200, will give a record $8.7 It puts in a record $1.3

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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

New programs in emerging fields like healthcare informatics and cybersecurity have been strategically developed to align with industry demands, ensuring graduates are well-positioned for career success. At the core of Jenkins mission is a commitment to student success that goes beyond traditional metrics.

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Florida Dreamer Tuition Policy Reversal Threatens $25 Million Economic Impact

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

With Florida facing shortages in healthcare, teaching, and STEM fields, the policy change could exacerbate existing gaps in critical sectors. The Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration, through its Director of Policy and Strategy Diego Snchez, points to concerning workforce implications.