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Don’t Just Witness History; Seize the Opportunity to Shape It

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

institutions, and they do so successfully, facilitating the upward mobility of the majority of their students. Lomax UNCF’s new research report, Transforming Futures: The Economic Engines of HBCUs , offers empirical evidence of the profound impact HBCUs have on the success of students, communities and the nation as a whole.

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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. However, financial difficulties continued to plague the institution under her leadership.

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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Since taking the helm in 2020, Jenkins has orchestrated a data-driven renaissance that has revolutionized student success rates and institutional effectiveness. Named after the institutions namesake, a pioneering African American educator, the program provides comprehensive support and resources to high-achieving students.

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Dr. Stephen L. Pruitt Named New President of SACSCOC

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Higher education in all its forms are the engine of our Southern economy." Pruitt holds degrees from three SACSCOC-accredited institutions: a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from University of North Georgia, a Master of Education from University of West Georgia, and a Doctor of Philosophy in chemistry education from Auburn University.

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Women’s History Month 2025: Moving Forward Together

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Reading Time: 7 minutes During the month of March, we celebrate Womens History Month. ” – Kim Zoldak Janalyn Kehm Janalyn Kehm is the Department Chair in the School of Business & Computer Engineering Technology at Spartanburg Community College. This years theme is Moving Forward Together!

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Small College America – Profile: Tuskegee University

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Established initially as the Tuskegee Normal School for training Black teachers, it evolved into Tuskegee Institute and eventually a university known for blending liberal arts, technical, and professional education. Strengths Historic Legacy and Mission: Tuskegees history is a cornerstone of its identity. It was built on Booker T.

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On a Mission: Damon L. Williams Jr., Takes on the World

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Williams was raised Catholic and attended private institutions—he was often the only Black student in his class, or one of the few. But all along the way, Williams has worked at both public and private institutions—HBCUs and Predominantly White Institutions—that have become top producers of minoritized students.