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College Sports: A Work in Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

She rebranded Cal’s annual tournament to reflect a focus on social justice and equity. We also highlight things they’re doing in their own communities and on their campuses to promote social justice.” They were making demands and holding administration’s feet to the fire.” was key,” says Carter-Francique.

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Succession Planning in HBCUs Ensures Long-Term Sustainability

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

With a strong succession plan, HBCUs can ensure a smooth transition of leadership, cultivate a pipeline of diverse and visionary leaders, and continue to fulfill their vital mission of empowering generations of students and advancing social justice. Talent identification: A thorough evaluation of potential candidates is crucial.

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Strong Networks Help Turn Black Faculty into University Presidents

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Whites make up more than 75% of all professionals in higher education. The same report found that Black/African American administrators in higher education were just 8% of all senior leaders. How did this small percentage of Black administrators facilitate their success against the odds? More than 80% were white.

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Unapologetic Leadership Thought: Freedom Dreaming

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Kelley’s notion of the “ Freedom Dream ,” an invitation to imagine an educational space that is grounded in racial equity, social justice, and collective liberation. The demographics of our faculty, staff, and administrators reflect the student population we serve.

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Setting the Tone in DEI, Accessibility Work

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“We’re looking at how we create this inclusive and equitable environment using a social justice platform in order to positively impact various populations on campus,” says Davis. Davis notes that there are seven initiatives in the pipeline for which implementation plans are currently being created.

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Goucher College joins the Consortium on High Achievement and Success

Goucher DEI

“Joining the Consortium provides Goucher with the opportunity to connect with peer institutions across the nation as we work towards equity, justice, access, and anti-racism.”. Joining the Consortium on High Achievement and Success furthers that commitment and continues this important, ongoing work.”.

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Advising, Counseling, Mentoring and Teaching Black Males in Secondary and Postsecondary Settings

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

To this end, we provide P-12 educators; college/university faculty, administrators, and staff; and other education stakeholders a blueprint to collaboratively work with Black males through a culturally responsive lens. We acknowledge that more work needs to be done to right the many wrongs imposed on Black males. Chapter 19: Robinson, D.A.