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5 Hip-Hop Quotes to Inspire College Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

5. Ye ("Last Call”, 2004) “I ain't play the hand I was dealt, I changed my cards. As the semester ends, it is essential to remind students that their destiny is in their own hands. Retaining a level of tunnel vision is a necessity for reaching academic success. I prayed to the skies and I changed my stars.”

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Pride in the Halls

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

noted they received unfair treatment from school administrators. At the time, there was only an unapproved (not officially recognized by the university) LGBTQ student group. Those who complete it get a placard they can place on their desks which tell LGBTQ students it’s a supportive and positive space. of non-LGBTQ people.

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President moves: Hired, fired, retired and one unexpected loss after a 19-year tenure

University Business

Before becoming president, at least two leaders have served higher education in an academic or administrative capacity for over 25 years. He has served as a chief diversity officer at San Diego State University (SDSU) since 2018 and vice president for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity since 2020.

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Field of study not key to new academic program success

Confessions of a Community College Dean

“While we do hear repeatedly that many upper administrators are hesitant to invest in these efforts, we see exceptions where humanities faculty have received a green light and financial support from upper administrators and have subsequently launched very successful programs,” Muir said in an email.