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UNC Journalism Dean Navigates Diversity Mission Amid DEI Restrictions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Last May, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Board of Governors voted to eliminate all diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) offices. At the Dean Raul Reis states flagship, UNC Chapel Hill, cut at least 20 positions and reassigned nearly 30 more, resulting in around $5.4 million in spending cuts.

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Webinar: Students Want Mental Health Reform

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As mental health becomes a growing key issue for many, college students are stepping up, not only as advocates for their own well-being but also as catalysts for change within their own communities. The report also reveals a discrepancy between students’ perception of their school’s values and the actual support they feel is available.

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Patricia Timmons-Goodson Appointed Dean of North Carolina Central University School of Law

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Patricia Timmons-Goodson will become dean of the North Carolina Central University (NCCU) School of Law , effective Jul. Timmons-Goodson’s work has earned her accolades and recognition as the Advocates for Justice- Appellate Judge of the Year; Order of the Long Leaf Pine; the UNC William R.

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Breaking Barriers: The Struggle for Inclusion on Community College Campuses

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Wellum points out that many neurodivergent students struggle with advocating for themselves. I would not be where Im at without my support system helping me advocate for myself, Wellum notes. I would say the majority of neurodivergent students, theyve never been taught how to advocate for themselves.

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Dr. Yolanda Pierce Named Dean of the Vanderbilt University Divinity School

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Yolanda Pierce will become dean of the Vanderbilt University Divinity School, effective Jul. A public theologian and leader on the role of religion in public life, Pierce is currently dean and professor of religion at the Howard University School of Divinity. from Cornell University and a B.A. Pierce holds a Ph.D.

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Doctoral Distress: Graduate Program Pressures Impact Student Mental Health

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A 2020 Student Experience in the Research University (SERU) Consortium survey of graduate students at 10 U.S. research universities found that 39% screened positive for anxiety symptoms. From free in-person or virtual therapy to dedicated graduate student spaces, variety and flexibility are essential.

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An Equity Avenger Continues to Advocate for Social Justice

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

She helped lead as vice president of academic affairs at San José City College and dean of Counseling and Matriculation at Evergreen Valley College. There are challenges for sure, says Gilkerson, who was a student leader at University of California Berkley. She began as a professor of psychology counseling at Chabot College.

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