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Pioneers discuss the challenges facing computer science

Inside Higher Ed

Though the 28 laureates in attendance this year gave and listened to each other’s talks with optimistic titles such as “Computing for Social Good,” Inside Higher Ed took the opportunity to ask them questions about computer science’s challenges in higher education. Missing Seats at Important Tables.

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The 2024 Insight Into Diversity Inspiring Programs in STEM Award

Insight Into Diversity

Kent Smith, PhD, associate dean and professor, Office of American Indians in Medicine and Science at OSU-CHS and the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Tulsa, Oklahoma. Mary’s University School of Science, Engineering and Technology First-Generation Summer Start Scholars Program St.

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City St. George’s merger to create “powerhouse”

The PIE News

A London medical school has signed a merger agreement with one of the capital’s leading universities, bidding to create a “world-class institution”. City St George’s, which combines City, University of London and St. George’s medical school, will begin operating from August 1, 2024, subject to necessary regulatory approvals.

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2023 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award Winners

Insight Into Diversity

INSIGHT Into Diversity 2023 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award winners are recognized for their exemplary and innovative initiatives designed to recruit and retain underrepresented individuals in science, technology, engineering, and math. The program includes a science fest, monthly virtual STEM nights, and a summer camp on campus.

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Work-life balance seeps into discussions on leadership, too

Inside Higher Ed

One of the panelists, Sherri Braxton, started her career working for a defense contractor, got a doctorate in computer science and tenure at Bowie State University, and then left that coveted position to oversee distance education at Johns Hopkins University. “I’m going to work for you someday,” he told her.

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“Ample room” for int’l students in the US

The PIE News

The data, based on the search behaviour of over 55 million students on Studyportals in the past 12 months, revealed the highest student interest from India , Bangladesh and Nigeria, though Chinese students are not well represented due to internet restrictions in their home country.