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Black and Hispanic Students Far Less Likely to Receive Race-Matched Instruction

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

That means making sure that people get tenure and stay in academia. Gershenson advocated for additional guest speakers of color. However, only 29% of Hispanic students and 14% of Black students had the same. Fixing the pipeline is a long-term problem, but according to Gershenson, institutions can also act now.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Brown, is to advance Latino student success in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conducting analysis to inform educational policies and advancing institutional practices. All faculty and administrator searches must have a DEI advocate who completes specialized training. Santiago and Sarita E.

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Degrees and Certifications Help Inform the Future of DEI Leadership

Insight Into Diversity

As the work of DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) in higher education has expanded, several institutions have recognized the need to create a clearer and more comprehensive pathway for individuals interested in serving as DEI advocates and leaders.

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HEI Resources 2025

Higher Education Inquirer

Academia Next: The Futures of Higher Education. [Editor's Note: Please let us know of any additions or corrections.] Books Alexander, Bryan (2020). Johns Hopkins Press. Alexander, Bryan (2023). Universities on Fire. Johns Hopkins Press. Diploma Mills: How For-profit Colleges Stiffed Students, Taxpayers, and the American Dream.

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Higher Education Under Attack: Federal Cuts, Hiring Freezes, and Policy Battles Reshape Academia

Insight Into Diversity

The higher education sector is facing intense challenges, with universities nationwide grappling with funding cuts, hiring freezes, and new legislative battles that threaten academic freedom and institutional stability. In this roundup, we break down the latest developments shaping the future of higher education.

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Washington Update: Title IX, Student Debt, NC-SARA, and Debt Ceiling Negotiations: Changing Higher Education Podcast 158 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Tom Netting

The Change Leader, Inc.

Drumm McNaughton A lot has been happening up on The Hill that affects higher education. A lot has been happening up on The Hill that affects higher education. A lot has been happening up on The Hill that affects higher education. GE is an important issue, especially the financial value and consumer transparency I alluded to.