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Mississippi Delta Community College Picks Its Next Leader

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in higher education administration from The University of Southern Mississippi, along with a certificate in diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace from the University of South Florida. A native of Taylorsville, MS., He obtained a graduate certificate in community college leadership and a Ph.D.

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Report: Higher Education Administration Pay Soars as Faculty Pay Lags

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The Annual Report on the Economic Status of the Profession, 2023–24 , highlights trends in faculty compensation, tenure and contingency, pay equity, and institutional finances in higher education. Its findings come from AAUP’s annual Faculty Compensation Survey.

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A Pioneer for Change - Dr. Brittany Williams

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Williamss curiosity and quest for knowledge has pushed her beyond the silo of higher education administration into explorations of intersectional disciplines. And in a restrictive environment like higher education, she demands the environment change. Its an ethos built into her bones to transcend those boundaries.

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On a Mission: Damon L. Williams Jr., Takes on the World

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It took him awhile to connect the dots from his passion to higher education. That philosophy, and his dedication to achieving his goals, inspired Dr. Katrice Albert, a veteran higher education administrator, to ask him to consider joining her where she serves as vice president of community relations at UK.

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An Open Letter to HBCU Graduates

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Other bills range from those that defund higher education DEI offices and staff, restrict diversity statements and training, and ban identity-based preferences in hiring and admissions. Dr. Charlie Nelms is a veteran higher education administrator and chancellor emeritus of North Carolina Central University.

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TICAS Policy Agenda Tackles the Flaws in the Higher Ed System

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The Institute for College Access and Success (TICAS) has released its latest policy recommendations to make postsecondary education affordable and completable for all students. “It Dr. Frank Fernandez, associate professor of higher education administration and policy at the University of Florida.

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Transfer Students Need Support from Both Two and Four Year Institutions

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Dr. Ángel de Jesus González, assistant professor of higher education administration and leadership at Fresno State. That is, to me, the most critical ingredient at this point,” said Velasco Rodriguez. Once students arrive at their new institution, they may find it difficult to adjust to the new setting.