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Q&A with Vanessa Walker, co-author of Major Problems in American History

Today's Learner

Reading Time: 5 minutes We recently had the opportunity to talk with Vanessa Walker , new co-author of “Major Problems in American History, Volume I, 5th edition. Why were you excited to join the Major Problems in American History series as a co-author? History encompasses such a vast array of topics.

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Treasure Trove For Historical Understanding: Bettina Apthekar's Higher Education and Student Rebellion in the United States, 1960-1969--A Bibliography

Higher Education Inquirer

The uncensored history of US higher education is poorly understood even on US campuses. Thankfully, some of it has been documented and it's even available online. A case in point is Bettina Apthekar's Higher Education and Student Rebellion in the United States, 1960-1969--A Bibliography.

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Before the Movement: The Hidden History of Black Civil Rights (Dylan C. Penningroth)

Higher Education Inquirer

Penningroth, a 201314 SHC fellow, discusses his latest book, "Before the Movement: The Hidden History of Black Civil Rights." Through an empirically rich historical investigation into the changing meaning of civil rights, "Before the Movement" seeks to change the way we think about Black history itself.

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A People's History of Higher Education in the US?

Higher Education Inquirer

The History of Higher Education in the US over the last 4 centuries is worse than horrible--from a People's perspective. Some of it has been documented. No one has documented the full-length of the terrain. To make history, it's helpful to know history. In many cases it has been horrifying.

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Preserving HBCU History and Heritage

Insight Into Diversity

“Making accessible the compelling stories previously hidden in these libraries and archives brings grace and vitality to our cultural heritage as they inspire a more just and accurate telling of our history.” named in honor of the renowned educator and one of the first Black women in the U.S. At Oakwood University, the Eva B.

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Education Department Revises Restrictions on Race Initiatives

Insight Into Diversity

Department of Education has modified its previous directives on race in hiring, scholarships, student programs, and other educational policies. Since coming into power, the new administration has focused on enforcing conservative legal principles in education, particularly regarding race and gender policies.

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The Commencement Story and the Rhymes of History

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Commencement speeches have been a higher education tradition in the U.S. The origins of these addresses date back to the establishment of American universities, where graduation ceremonies served as both a rite of passage and a public demonstration of the institution's educational values. since the early 19th Century.

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