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Philanthropist Donates $2 Million to HBCU Founded by his Great-Grandfather

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Stillman, and his wife Susan, made the gift to support scholarships, faculty development, academic programs, and campus improvements. Stillmans legacy is not only one of familial ties but also of visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the values upon which this institution was founded, said Stillmans President Dr. Yolanda W.

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Jones Cultivates Inaugural Role in Faculty Development at Brown

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Esther Jones Dr. Esther Jones has been named associate dean for faculty development in the Office of the Dean of the Faculty at Brown University. Before her latest post, Jones served in various leadership capacities including as an associate provost in the Office of Faculty Affairs at Clark University.

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The Silent Crisis: Bullying Among Nurse Educators in Higher Education

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Faculty development programs that focus on conflict resolution, communication skills, and leadership training can help create a more supportive work environment. Dr. Lucia is passionate about health care leadership and has received training at Harvard University in both Foundational Leadership and Remote Leadership.

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

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Her research focuses on identity development, anti-racist teacher and leadership preparation, culturally responsive pedagogy, critical literacies, and social justice. As a scholar-activist, Burrell-Craft has built her career around addressing educational equity in urban and rural contexts.

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Why Data Alone Won’t Improve Retention

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With over a decade of experience in academia, Dr. Conley specializes in fostering innovative teaching environments, promoting faculty development, and driving student success initiatives.

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The Silent Crisis: Bullying Among Nurse Educators in Higher Education

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Faculty development programs that focus on conflict resolution, communication skills, and leadership training can help create a more supportive work environment. Dr. Lucia is passionate about health care leadership and has received training at Harvard University in both Foundational Leadership and Remote Leadership.

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Louisiana Expands Corequisite Integration to English Courses

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The work required cross-campus collaboration, faculty development and leadership buy-in. Byline(s) Ashley Mowreader