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International Women’s Day: Black Women Shaping the Future of Academia

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Professor Lisa-Dionne Morris is Professor of Public & Industry Understanding of Capability Driven Design in the School of Mechanical Engineering, and the Engagement Champion for the EPSRC EDI Hub+, at the University of Leeds. True equity and inclusion require representation at the highest levels, where policies and practices are shaped.

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A Wicked Perspective: Faculty and Leadership in Academia

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As I have matured, I draw parallels between Shiz/Land of Oz and university life/academia, viewing it with a more seasoned perspective. Lessons from the Wizard What struck me profoundly was how the leadership in Wicked , epitomized by the Wizard and Madame Morrible, reflects some of the troubling aspects of leadership in academia today.

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DEI Under Attack: The Truth from the Frontlines of Academia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In a climate where DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is being vilified, this year's panels didn't hold back. Say the words :Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Inclusion means everyone belongs, he said. If public schools are being silenced, churches and families must step in. Alford, SVP, The Grio. Raise your voice.

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Schools of Music Move Toward More Inclusive Studies

Insight Into Diversity

To ensure music students gain a more inclusive education, universities are beginning to expand their areas of study. The center supports UR’s goals to expand musical offerings, facilitate conversations regarding diversity, and support equitable change through the Inclusion at Eastman Committee. Walton Foundation.

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An Advocate for Equitable Health - Dr. Sabina Khan

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Chan School of Public Health Words of wisdom/advice for new faculty: Always strive to see the bigger picturehow your teaching, research, and advocacy can ripple outward to impact lives. She says that she aims to help students recognize how power, equity, and inclusion shape healthcare outcomes.

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Beyond Academia: Recognizing and Supporting Non-Academic Struggles of Ph.D. Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Blake's article, "Graduate School and Mental Illness: A Survey of Strategies for Support," underscores the prevalence of mental health struggles among graduate students. Such insights underscore the imperative to prioritize holistic support structures within academia to foster student well-being and academic success.

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Building an Academic Space for Black Women Scholars

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Jacinta Saffold In a world where academia often overlooks the nuanced narratives of Black women, the Black Womens Studies Association (BWSA) is spearheading a movement that seeks to center the lived experiences of Black women across disciplines, identities, and generations. That commitment to community-building is central to their ethos.

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