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New Paper Examines Funding of Attacks on Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Irene Mulvey “ Manufacturing Backlash: Right-Wing Think Tanks and Legislative Attacks on Higher Education ” describes well-funded, widespread political attacks on higher education, comprising legislative pursuits that undermine academic freedom and university autonomy.

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CSUF Student Researcher Explores Black Barbie's Effect on Children's Self-Image

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Saafir, who has studied children's toys and their cultural impact for over a decade, noted that the findings have significant implications for both toy manufacturers and parents. The research team found that while Mattel has made strides in diversity, Black Barbies are often marketed differently and given less prominent placement in stores.

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AAUP: How wealth is being weaponized to manufacture backlash

University Business

Anyone perusing national, state and local news publications would be remiss if they didn’t know higher education is under intense scrutiny across the political and cultural spectrum. Higher education became a focal point for conservatives, who made critical race theory a cultural flashpoint following the pandemic.

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Cal State Fullerton Gets $1.4M for Career Pathways Projects

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The difficulty of making a successful transition from school to the workforce remains one of the most persistent problems in higher education. Educational programs haven’t caught up yet, and students may be unaware of the field or intimidated by it. million in grants for projects to shape career pathways for students. “I’m

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College Hiring Dips, But Most Employers Will Maintain or Increase Hiring

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The research shows industries with large decreases in hiring this year include chemical (pharmaceutical) manufacturers, which planned a hiring increase of slightly more than 30% last year but expect to decrease hiring by almost 13% for the Class of 2024. this year compared to -4.6% last year), utilities (0.3% compared to -16.6%).

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LEAH VANTERPOOL

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Over the course of her career, Vanterpool has held numerous high-level positions in various industries, including health care, manufacturing, communications, energy, and government. Vanterpool earned a Ph.D. and dual master's degrees in business administration, accounting and financial management from DeVry University.

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Democratic Lawmakers Propose Legislation to Extend and Expand Lifetime Pell Grant Eligibility

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I hear from business owners across SE Michigan that they are eager to hire and have high-wage jobs in the advanced manufacturing sector just waiting to be filled. The legislation will also allow students who received a Pell Grant award during undergraduate education to use remaining Pell eligibility for a first graduate degree.