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Western Michigan University Provost Heilig Steps Down After Two Years of Record-Breaking Progress

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Julian Vasquez Heilig, the first underrepresented minority Provost in Western Michigan University's history, announced his resignation from the position after a two- year tenure marked by significant institutional achievements. During his leadership, WMU set all-time records for online programs, graduation rates, and student retention.

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CSUCI Names Dr. Jessica Lavariega Monforti as New Provost

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Jessica Lavariega Monforti California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) has appointed Dr. Jessica Lavariega Monforti as its new Provost, the university announced Wednesday. Her permanent appointment as Provost comes at a time when her clarity, compassion, and vision are more vital than ever to our continued growth and success."

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HBCU Leaders Unite to Address Threats to Black Education

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Smothers In a powerful response to growing challenges facing Black students and institutions, Virginia Union University (VUU) recently convened over 250 educational leaders for an urgent national summit addressing the state of Black education in America. Board educator displacement and current threats. The virtual B.L.A.C.

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In defence of international education 

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Professor Elena Rodriguez-Falcon FREng PFHEA is the Provost and Chief Academic Officer of international education provider Study Group. I’ve also received awards for my work on education innovation, as an advocate for women in STEM and as a proudly LGBTQ+ leader in education. I’ve travelled a long way.

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Scholar-Activist Returns Home: Dr. Kala Burrell-Craft Named Dean of Grambling State's College of Education

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Kala Burrell-Craft Grambling State University has announced the appointment of Dr. Kala Burrell-Craft as the new Dean of the College of Education, marking a poignant homecoming for the scholar whose family legacy is deeply intertwined with the Louisiana HBCU. She holds advanced certifications in English and special education.

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Complete College America Offers Playbook on How Higher Education Can Bolster Civic Engagement

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In the aftermath of the Presidential election, a new report outlines the importance of colleges and universities prioritizing civic education. higher education institutions can strengthen democracy by prioritizing civic engagement and civic education in the student experience. released a white paper that outlines how U.S.

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Dr. Willie L. Todd Jr. Named 22nd President of Talladega College

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The institution also saw a 1,104% increase in revenue from its Workforce and Continuing Education program under Todd's leadership. A Georgia native, Todd holds a Ph.D. A Georgia native, Todd holds a Ph.D.