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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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Leading with Purpose: AABHE’s President Charts Path for Black Excellence

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Although Howard-Baptiste initially planned to pursue a career in the sports and fitness industry, inspired by her years as a high school volleyball player and intramural athlete in college, she eventually decided to go into academia. It wasnt a role she was chasing, but an opportunity she welcomed.

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Beyond the Campus Food Pantry

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

But they have a long way to go when it comes to efficiently creating closed loops between the identification of students’ need and receipt of services, and require significant technological, data, and professional development resources to make that work effective.

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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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How universities can build new bridges to industry

University Business

With the world of continuing education evolving rapidly, universities have a unique opportunity to bridge education with industry needs. As workforce demands shift, higher education institutions must ensure professionals can upskill efficiently, meeting local labor market needs while driving economic mobility.

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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.