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Assume the Best: Trust-Based Strategies for Empowering College Students

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Course Design: Scaffold, Support, and Empower A well-designed course sets the stage for trust by providing clarity, flexibility, and opportunities for growth. Recognizing diverse participation and communication styles builds inclusivity and reduces the pressure to perform in a single, narrow way (Gay, 2018; Dweck, 2006). Freeman, S.,

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International Women’s Day: Black Women Shaping the Future of Academia

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Professor Lisa-Dionne Morris is Professor of Public & Industry Understanding of Capability Driven Design in the School of Mechanical Engineering, and the Engagement Champion for the EPSRC EDI Hub+, at the University of Leeds. In the US, Black women account for just 2% of science and engineering roles.

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Student Success in STEM

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

While women have achieved parity in some STEM fields, such as biological sciences, they remain underrepresented in high-paying and high-demand areas like engineering and computer science. Programs such as MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) and STEM honors programs provide recognition and a sense of community.

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Assume the Best: Trust-Based Strategies for Empowering College Students

Faculty Focus

Course Design: Scaffold, Support, and Empower A well-designed course sets the stage for trust by providing clarity, flexibility, and opportunities for growth. Recognizing diverse participation and communication styles builds inclusivity and reduces the pressure to perform in a single, narrow way (Gay, 2018; Dweck, 2006). Freeman, S.,

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The needs of freshmen are also carefully considered, with INSPIRE (Incoming Student Program for Inclusion, Retention and Excellence) as well as student support programs like EOP (Educational Opportunity Program) and EXCEL, which create strong networks of support. When looking at mid-size metropolitan cities in the U.S.,

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Get Results in 2025: Key Education Marketing Strategies for Success

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For international students, multi-language support ensures inclusivity and accessibility. Navigating Changing Search Landscapes The rise of AI-powered search engines like Google Gemini and ChatGPT is reshaping how users seek information. Example: Use Chatbots intentionally like the University of Windsor did below.

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The 2024 Insight Into Diversity Inspiring Programs in STEM Award

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Mary’s University School of Science, Engineering and Technology First-Generation Summer Start Scholars Program St. The full list of 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award winners can be found here. Additionally, participants receive free books and online courses on MCAT test preparation.