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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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Kentucky Advocates Rally to Defend DEI

Insight Into Diversity

A coalition of faculty, staff, students, and community members across Kentucky is pushing back against rhetoric and potential legislation that seeks to dismantle DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) programs in higher education. The post Kentucky Advocates Rally to Defend DEI appeared first on Insight Into Diversity.

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Enhancing Access, Engagement, and Inclusion in Online Education

Faculty Focus

Effective inclusion involves providing appropriate accommodations and support tailored to the unique needs of each student (Dyer 2022, 1712). Alongside the benefits of online learning come challenges, particularly in ensuring access, engagement, and inclusion for all students.

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5 Strategies to Create Inclusive Learning Environments for International Students

Faculty Focus

This article explores these experiences, offering insights for educators on how to foster supportive and inclusive learning environments, particularly from an Asian perspective. Consequently, they do not advocate for themselves in academic settings and function best when following rules set by a person of authority.

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An Advocate for Equitable Health - Dr. Sabina Khan

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

She says that she aims to help students recognize how power, equity, and inclusion shape healthcare outcomes. Its often the quiet, consistent advocacy that creates the most lasting impact and remember as educators and as researchers, we have the privilege and responsibility to model inclusivity and compassion in every interaction.

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The Evolving Landscape of Diversity and Inclusion Management in Higher Education

Faculty Focus

The evolving landscape of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in higher education is reshaping the role of Chief Diversity Officers (CDOs) (El-Amin, 2022b). By doing so, they can create a more inclusive academic environment that values diverse perspectives and promotes equity in teaching, learning, and scholarship.

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When Inclusion Gets Complicated: What Faculty Need to Know About Service Dogs in Higher Ed

Academe Blog

She advocated fiercely, but rather than completing her PhD, Joey made the difficult decision to leave her research program altogether. Joey has launched her own consulting business, advocating for policy reform and helping institutions develop inclusive practices for service dog users.