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How Colleges Across the Nation are Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Colleges and universities across the country are preparing to celebrate the legacy of a civil rights icon who championed integration and transformed Americas Rev. In fact, some college leaders say that with the continued attack on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, now is the time more than ever to remember Kings contributions.

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Religious colleges should lean into their identities, leaders say

Higher Ed Dive

At an ACE event, faith-based colleges discussed problems dogging higher ed — like accessibility and completion — in a religious context.

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Olin College President Steps Down Amid Financial Strain, Latest in String of Higher Ed Leadership Exits

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Gilda Barabino, president of Olin College of Engineering in Massachusetts, will leave her position at the end of the academic year, adding to the growing list of higher Dr. Gilda Barabino education leadership departures. The engineering college, founded in 1997, has struggled with operating deficits for over a decade.

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Best for international students: Which colleges ranked the highest?

University Business

What makes a college or university best for international students? campus, according to rankings posted by Colleges of Distinction, a college search firm. Those conditions cross the college-going spectrum, “from recruitment and arrival to academic success and career development,” the list contends.

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Survey: College Students Don’t Want Statements After Political Events

Inside Higher Ed

Survey: College Students Dont Want Statements After Political Events Ashley Mowreader Tue, 01/21/2025 - 03:00 AM A December survey by Inside Higher Ed and Generation Lab found half of students dont think colleges should make statements about political events. Byline(s) Ashley Mowreader

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What to know about college recruiting right now

Higher Ed Dive

While some students may prefer to connect with potential employers online, campus events are back in a big way, experts said.

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The ABCs of Community College Leadership: What CEOs Need to Know

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Johnson The allure of a community college presidency lies in the opportunity it affords to effect meaningful change in the lives of our students. As such, it is critical to summon (and strengthen) our knowledge, skills, and talents to master the rudiments of community college leadership. But we should never neglect the community.