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How the Recruitment of High School Quarterbacks in College Football Foreshadows the Future of Tech Career Prospects

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Similar to college football’s transfer portal, the rapid advent and advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) have sparked discussions about how it may impact various industries, including technology. In the technology industry, this can involve initiatives such as coding boot camps, mentorship programs, and internships.

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Roanoke College to Launch Cannabis Studies Program

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This program presents an opportunity to help rectify that and also to understand the lasting impact that cannabis has had on human history and evolution, she said. Roanoke’s program is designed to prepare students for careers in the cannabis industry, which involves knowing how to navigate tax law in the business, Poli said. “I

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Robinson to Leave Post as FAMU President

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million gift from Gregory Gerami, presented as a Texas hemp farmer and founder of Batterson Farms Corp. Robinson’s departure from leadership is a few months removed from the university’s controversial fundraising activities. In mid-May, FAMU’s Board of Trustees voted to conduct an independent investigation into the handling of a $237.75

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Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson

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Time Magazine in 2005 hailed her as “perhaps the ultimate role model for women in science,” having held senior leadership positions in government, industry, research and academe. Jackson also was the recipient of a 2009 John Hope Franklin Award, presented by Diverse: Issues In Higher Education.

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Racial and Gender Inequities Found in Field of Educational Measurement

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Racial and gender inequities still plague the field of educational measurement, from professional rank to salary, across academia, industry, and leadership roles. Rodriguez said he hopes to learn more about these written responses, particularly as they relate to leadership positions both in academia and the industry.

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Co-Chairs Named to Southern Regional Education Board Commission on AI and Education

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By working together, we can overcome the challenges that AI presents and harness its power to ensure our students are prepared for the workforce of the future.” SREB’s Commission on AI and Education begins meeting in March to review research and industry data and hear from education experts. using AI in teaching and learning and 2.)

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Celebrating 50 Years of Hip-Hop

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The conference titled, "Hip Hop 50: Past, Present, and Future," is one of dozens of events taking place across the nation and included workshops focused on women in hip-hop, artificial intelligence in the music industry, and mental health. It has become a multibillion-dollar industry and one of the staples of American culture.

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