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Howard University Takes Affirmative Step, All HBCUs Need More Support

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In June, as the nation’s highest court handed down a predictable and yet devastating ruling striking down the use of affirmative action in college admissions, the Center for Journalism & Democracy announced its inaugural Visiting Professorship for Investigative or Data Journalism at Howard University. Here is why this matters.

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How Public Universities Can Tackle the Teacher Shortage

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

That’s because researchers have found that when students of color have at least one teacher of the same race see improved attendance and academic performance. million students of color, these institutions can be instrumental in attracting, developing and inspiring the diverse educator corps our nation needs.

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How can America Encourage College Dropouts to Complete their Degrees

Edu Alliance Journal

Upon graduation, I started immediately after commencement at a small university in Kentucky as an admissions officer and completed my master’s in a relativity short amount of time while working. Personal development courses (35%). Target in August 2021 announced a fund to support educational courses for its employees.

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2023 Higher Education Year in Review and 2024 Predictions: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 187 with Host Deborah Maue and Guest Dr. Drumm McNaughton

The Change Leader, Inc.

The duo share their insights on 2023, discuss the unexpected developments, and what to prepare for with the higher education predictions for 2024. The federal government’s COVID assistance played a critical role in temporarily sustaining institutions, particularly smaller colleges, which otherwise faced the risk of closure.

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Strategic Presidential Communication in Higher Education: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 192 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Erin Hennessy

The Change Leader, Inc.

The goal is to navigate these complexities without compromising the institution’s integrity or its commitment to education, research, and community engagement. Additionally, there is a significant emphasis on the ongoing training and development of leaders in communication skills. About Our Podcast Guest Erin A.