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Maine’s Colby College counters higher ed mistrust with community outreach

University Business

Green argued institutions of higher learning have a moral obligation to contribute to the betterment of their communities and help change the narrative of higher education, which he asserted has long been the gold standard for industries worldwide. Read more from Public News Service.

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Rápalo Appointed to Top Post at Rockland Community College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Rápalo is an ideal fit for Rockland Community College,” said Martin Wortendyke, chair of the RCC Board of Trustees. “We We believe he will chart an exciting course that will take RCC into the future. We look forward to seeing his vision for RCC take shape."

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Julie Kouijzer

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A marketing major, Kouijzer’s community outreach activities have included Parkland Boys & Girls Club, MLK Day of Service Letter Writing Project and Read Across America.

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Tuskegee and Auburn Universities Work to Address Racial and Health Disparities in Alabama

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Tuskegee and Auburn Universities have agreed to collaborate on partnership expansion between the schools and community outreach. Auburn President Dr. Christopher B. Roberts and Tuskegee President Dr. Charlotte P.

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Saint Louis University Launches Institute for Translational Neuroscience

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Saint Louis University (SLU) has launched its Institute for Translational Neuroscience (ITN), which will connect experts in biochemistry, chemistry, pharmacology, social justice, and community outreach to study the brain and central nervous system.

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Dr. Melissa Gilliam to Lead Boston University as Historic First

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

She is also the daughter of veteran reporter Dorothy Butler Gilliam, who was the first Black woman reporter hired by The Washington Post in 1961. “A

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How intentional building design helps these colleges build community synergy

University Business

” The UCI institute also hosts community outreach programs regularly for its medical students, healthcare professionals and the public on the importance of integrative health. The post How intentional building design helps these colleges build community synergy appeared first on University Business.