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Advancing Accessibility at Adelphi University: A Blueprint for Campus Diversity and Inclusion

Insight Into Diversity

In consideration of this, Adelphi University’s Student Access Office (SAO) has launched a dedicated Event Accessibility webpage to empower university partners to host inclusive events. The Adelphi University class of 2028 breaks boundaries as the first in the school’s history to enroll a majority of students of color.

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CREATE-ing a More Accessible World Through Technology

Insight Into Diversity

The Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences (CREATE) at the University of Washington (UW) is leading a transformative movement in higher education and technology. Director Jennifer Mankoff highlights their commitment to inclusive teamwork.

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Empowering Students and Educators: Crafting a Zero-Cost, Culturally Inclusive Textbook for Hawai‘i’s Future

WCET Frontiers

Fortunately, modern technology allows us to express ourselves fully. Building Connection to Hawaiian History and ‘Āina We live on Native Hawaiian ‘āina (land) and want our students to build their connection to that ‘āina and Native Hawaiian ways of being; this was an essential value in our process.

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What Black History Month Means to Me

Today's Learner

Reading Time: 2 minutes Shaloun Mims is a student at The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee   and a Cengage student ambassador Throughout my academic journey, the meaning of Black History Month has changed tremendously. Black History Month was the celebration of their stories and how they paved the way for the lives of Black people today.

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What Makes Popular History Popular?

Inside Higher Ed

Blog: Higher Ed Gamma No longer can academic historians dismiss popular biographies or nonspecialist accounts of the past as low-powered history. But, of course, the purpose of many popular histories differs profoundly from those written by academics. ” None of that is true about the best nonacademic histories today.

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Leading the Revolution: The Crucial Role of HBCUs in Steering AI Leadership

WCET Frontiers

HBCUs, with their history of academic excellence and commitment to inclusivity, are uniquely positioned to address these challenges, turning them into opportunities for their students and the broader community.” Focusing on HBCUs – Critical Timing in Inclusive AI Development Why focus on HBCUs?

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Algorithmic Bias Continues to Negatively Impact Minoritized Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

They need to be aware that algorithms can be biased and unfair because of bias in the history, data. Institutions use algorithms to predict college success, admissions, allocation for financial aid, inclusion in student success programs, recruitment, and many more tasks. All the algorithms can see and learn,” said Anahideh.

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