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Worthy of More: Systemic Failures Women of Color Face in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Colleagues praised my energy, students gravitated to my classes, and I was recruited for every diversity committee imaginable. As a coach, trainer, and speaker, Ive heard this story repeated across industries. At first, it felt affirmingproof that I belonged in academia. But over time, the shine dulled.

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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

The exclusion of Florida State University’s football team from the College Football Playoff serves as a stark reminder of the challenges facing high school recruits, particularly quarterbacks, hoping to join top-tier college football programs. It applies to various fields, including sports, arts, and entrepreneurship.

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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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Campus Unrest Not Affecting Fall Recruiting, Hiring

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“Our research found that the potential for student protests and unrest will not alter college recruiting as the demonstrations mostly involve only certain organizations, industries, or institutions,” said NACE President and CEO Shawn VanDerziel, noting that nearly 80% of employers indicated they have no intention of adjusting fall recruiting plans.

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University bans on big oil firms at recruitment fairs rise by 30%

The Guardian Higher Education

Survey finds post-1992 universities leading the way on sustainability and ethics More universities are banning fossil fuel companies from recruitment fairs in a sign of the sectors shrinking social licence among young people.

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Florida A&M Receives Historic $237.75 Million Gift

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It will greatly enhance our ability to provide scholarships for students and also give us a boost in recruiting top students, and recruiting and retaining top faculty.” He overcame early adversity to become a prominent figure in the industrial hemp business and a pioneer in producing and selling high-quality hemp seeds.

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Target to Launch Internship Program for HBCU Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Maya Moss The Target Scholars Sophomore Internship Program will give second-year students industry experience in a number of the retailer's departments, such as retail, supply chain facilities, technology, merchandising, and product development. “We Paul Business Journal reported.

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