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Paul Quinn College to Create an Innovative Housing Model and a Mixed-Use Community

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In 2010, In 2010, the college converted its football field into a farm. Jakes Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, the first graduate program the school’s history. We believe this project will have a profound impact on student success and well-being, empowering them to focus on their education and future.”

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Olin College President Steps Down Amid Financial Strain, Latest in String of Higher Ed Leadership Exits

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Barabino, who made history in 2020 as the college's first Black woman president and second president overall, brought distinguished leadership to the science and engineering institution. Once known for its innovative tuition-free model, Olin College began scaling back its generous financial aid programs in 2010.

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Marcus Freeman, Rudy Hubbard, and Black Labor

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Day, but also that the national theme for this years Black History Month is African Americans and Labor. Regardless of who between Freeman and Franklin gets a chance to make history on January 20 th , its embarrassing for institutions, the sport, and the country that in 2025 Black history is still being made like this.

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Morgan State University Launches Task Force to Combat Declining Black Male Enrollment

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Recent data from the American Institute for Boys and Men reveals a stark reality: HBCUs have experienced a 25% decrease in Black male enrollment since 2010, surpassing the 22% decline observed across all U.S. higher education institutions.

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When Banks Lost Control of the Student Loan Mess

Higher Education Inquirer

History can be many things. Although the book was an exceptional chronicle of the student loan industry from 1958 to 2013, it missed at least one key event, the 2008-2010 bailout of Sallie Mae and a number of banks who made questionable private loans guaranteed by the US government. It can be both informative and purposely deceptive.

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New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver Dies at 71

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Oliver previously served in the state General Assembly and as Assembly speaker, becoming the first Black woman in the role in New Jersey history in 2010. Overseeing the Department of Community Affairs, she also headed efforts to expand affordable housing and local government services.

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Veterans Day History and Policy Issues to Watch When Serving Veterans

WCET Frontiers

WCET Frontiers would like to honor our veterans by sharing about the history of Veterans Day and also share some updates on federal policy issues for institutions to watch that affect the process and delivery of Veterans benefits. In December 2010, Congress passed The Post-9/11 Veterans Education Assistance Improvements Act of 2010.

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