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Enhancing Degree Pathways by Integrating Industry-Recognized Credentials

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Expanding access to high-value industry-recognized credentials within the realm of higher education is a vital step toward addressing the trend of people exiting colleges and universities without a degree. A recent article in Diverse: Issues In Higher Education highlighted that “there are still 36.8

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Building a Thriving Workforce for Early Learning Through Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

By equipping individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills, we can transform early learning into a vibrant industry that offers sustainable career opportunities. Dr. Marcus Bright Access to high-quality early learning experiences is essential for children's cognitive, social, and emotional development.

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Investment in Math Education is Needed to Fuel the STEM Workforce

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The intersection of strong math skills and success in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) career fields presents an opportunity not only for individuals but also for the overall economic development of our communities. Dr. Marcus Bright Moreover, pursuing a STEM degree offers significant financial advantages.

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Panel Takes On Higher Ed Burnout

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A 2022 Gallup poll found that educators reported the highest level of burnout of any industry , and 35% of college and university workers reported “always” or “very often” feeling burned out at work. For some, she point ed out, remote work offered huge benefits, and many other industries are still allowing it in some form.

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The Need to Create Green Lights in the Green Economy

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At the core of the green lights paradigm is the notion that possessing a robust skillset, validated by the attainment of high-value industry credentials, forms the foundation for success in the green economy. Dr. Marcus Bright is an author and social impact professional.

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University of Alabama at Birmingham Awarded $4.6 Million Grant Renewal to Bolster Cybersecurity Workforce Programs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“This grant is a renewal of the previous grant we received in 2017; but it is double in amount this time, which truly speaks to our commitment to preparing the best professionals who meet the ever-changing needs of the industry.” 32 students will be selected over five years.

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Coach Professional Development Day

College Forward

I had the opportunity to participate in College Possible Washington’s first inaugural Professional Development Day. This was a great opportunity for us to connect with people in the same industry of our interest, especially for the large majority of us interested in higher education and jobs in a corporate setting.