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How 1,000+ prospective HBCU students conducted their college search

EAB

Download the full report from our survey of prospective HBCU students 1. of students considering HBCUs have started college research, compared to the median of 40% among their peers. This trend is likely related to the large role that family connections, word of mouth, and community and alumni events play in HBCU recruitment.

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Leadership Strategies for Rebuilding Trust on Campus: Part 2

Campus Sonar

Engage in community outreach. Identify ways to apply the teaching, learning, and research already happening on campus can serve the region around your campus. Your Next Steps Download the Rebuilding Trust in Higher Ed report for comprehensive insights into the general public’s perception of higher ed.

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Exploring the Roots of Racial Bias

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Her research and teaching have benefitted from the biopsychosocial framework. Qian’s research explores two fundamental issues: where racial biases come from and how to reduce them. The researchers found even a short positive interaction with an outgroup member reduced biases. If yes, then try positive interaction.