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Ridgewater announces new DEI director and social justice speaker series open to the public

Ridgewater College

In her position, Schwandt will lead a new unit that will incorporate Disability Services, TRiO student support services for underserved populations, and community resources to help meet student basic needs. She’ll also advise international students and manage services for military and veteran students.

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How Project 2025’s War on Higher Education Diversity Threatens Our Global Competitiveness

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

If implemented, its recommendations would likely lead to significant cuts in funding for programs designed to support underrepresented students, including recruitment and retention programs for minority students, financial aid for low-income students, and support services for first-generation college students.

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Unapologetic Leadership Thought: Freedom Dreaming

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Kelley’s notion of the “ Freedom Dream ,” an invitation to imagine an educational space that is grounded in racial equity, social justice, and collective liberation. Provide academic and student support services to evening and weekend students online and in person.

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Fostering Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Alexander oversees the legacy of the Academic Advancement Program (AAP) at UCLA, one of the longest running academic support programs for first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students. The third pressing issue is the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Jehana Schwandt: Welcome Back

Ridgewater College

Our unit consists of: Multicultural & Inclusion Services, Disability & Accessibility Services, Basic Needs & Community Resources Office, International Student Services and Veteran Student Services; together, they work closely with our Student Success office and TRiO Student Support Services office.

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Teaching Awards 2024 – See the winners!

Teaching Matters Student Engagement

Photo credit: EUSA Here are our shortlists and winners in the Teaching Awards 2024: Cohort Lead of the Year Darrick Evensen (School of Social and Political Science) Claire Haggett (School of Social and Political Science) WINNER Justine Maclean (Moray House School of Education and Sport) Outstanding Commitment to Social Justice and Sustainability Inga (..)

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Cole Named UNCF President-In-Residence, Co-Chair of $1B Capital Campaign

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The distinguished scholar, anthropologist, and academic pacesetter will spearhead efforts to secure vital resources that will empower UNCF member colleges and universities to continue providing scholarships, support services, and cutting-edge programs. She is no stranger to conducting successful capital campaigns.”