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Industry and STEMM Leaders Convene for White House Summit

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In the pursuit of lifting up the next generation of STEM leaders, being role models and instilling confidence in young women is crucial, said speaker Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, software R&D manager for the data science group at HP Inc. “My

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Columbia College Chicago Names Dr. Shantay N. Bolton as First Woman of Color President

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At Georgia Tech, she managed a $3.1 billion enterprise, oversaw the activation of more than $500 million in capital projects, and launched an Office of Equal Opportunity, Compliance and Conflict Management. Columbia has been an educational and cultural anchor in Chicago for 135 years," Bolton said. "I

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Film Director Joins Spelman Faculty as Director of Documentary Filmmaking

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Lynch recently completed production on an Apple Original film set to release in 2025, Number One on the Call Sheet, that celebrates Black achievement in the film industry and explores what it takes for Black actresses to find success in Hollywood. In addition to her more than 28 years making documentaries, Lynch has a M.A.

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Yes, the Enrollment Management Industry Is Harming Higher Ed

Confessions of a Community College Dean

In an opinion essay they wrote for this publication recently, Robert Massa and Bill Conley gently took issue with my book Lifting the Veil on Enrollment Management: How a Powerful Industry Is Limiting Social Mobility in American Higher Education ( Burd writes.

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Dr. Robert Scott Named Finalist for Albany State University Presidency

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"Our ability to thrive as a university depends on how well we align the needs of our students, industries, government and the broader community." At Kraft Heinz, where he has worked since 2021, he manages a $120 million operating budget focused on innovation and organizational effectiveness.

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How to align higher ed with industry to foster social mobility

University Business

In today’s fast-evolving world, universities have the opportunity to align their programs with industry trends, equipping students with the skills needed for the workforce and creating social mobility. Such programs show the value of collaboration between education and industry to address talent shortages.

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Beyond the Campus Food Pantry

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

(If the federal or state governments will not help at the moment, then focus on partnerships with mayors, nonprofits, and industry.) All frontline employees should be trained in techniques that enhance the wellbeing of students and coached to sustain that work ( Believe in Students is offering courses to help).

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