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

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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.

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Black Americans May Be Thriving, but Racial Struggles Persist

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In “Black Thriving in America: 2023,” data is presented detailing the experiences of Black Americans when shopping, dining out, in healthcare settings, at work, with schools, with police and more. Brown II, executive director and research scientist of the Payne Center for Social Justice. Gallup conducted the study.

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For the Common Good

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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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Massasoit Community College to Become First Massachusetts Two-Year School to Offer Black Studies Degree

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Massasoit will begin offering the two-year program this fall – the goal being to enroll at least 15 students – with courses about Black history, literature, music, education, healthcare, and criminal justice. We've been charged with creating more engaging curriculum,” Sauvignon said.

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Finding Her Purpose

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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.” The COVID-19 pandemic brought a public spotlight to health and healthcare inequities. and Brazil. “She

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Access Must be Front Burner for Community Colleges

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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

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We’re looking at how we create this inclusive and equitable environment using a social justice platform in order to positively impact various populations on campus,” says Davis. Many of the students in Davis’ program currently work in hospitals or other healthcare settings. “We

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