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Women in Leadership: Empowering Change across Generations and Cultures

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Carolyn Carter omen have made remarkable strides in leadership across various fields, forging pathways for mentorship, collaboration, and opportunity. Their growing presence in academia and cultures enables them to harness collective power and create environments where women of all backgrounds feel seen and valued.

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An Equity Avenger Continues to Advocate for Social Justice

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Her work around students’ basic needs, supporting undocumented and mixed-status students, and achieving social justice through focused racial equity efforts has made her a rising star in community college leadership. Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson “I call Oakland my home, and my roots run deep in the East Bay.

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2022: Year in Review

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Enrollment remained down at every level from community colleges to graduate schools, but much of academia showed its persistence and resilience. With the COVID-19 pandemic subsiding, colleges and universities have tried to bring students back to campus and provide fresh inspiration. Diverse Champions Award Dr. Eboni M.