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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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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. This partnership with Tuskegee University is a win-win for everyone, especially our students, researchers and outreach team,” said Auburn University President Dr. Christopher B.

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This medical exam tried ditching test scores to help students. It backfired

University Business

The American Medical Association backed the change, calling the three-digit numeric score “detrimental to student well-being,” saying it distracts students from focusing on teamwork and communication skills. anxiety levels remain the same), such as greater involvement in research or community outreach.”

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Dr. Melissa Gilliam to Lead Boston University as Historic First

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“What is more frustrating to me is that in this day and age, I am still doing things that are first,” Gilliam said in a BU press release. That’s a bigger concern, that there’s any trailblazing aspect to what I do. There is so much talent and human potential, I figure in 2023 it should be commonplace. And it just isn’t.”

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Reckoning, Reconciliation & the Hallowed Ground Project

Goucher DEI

This ongoing interdisciplinary project seeks to place the narratives of those who were previously excluded from the historical record to its forefront: Indigenous peoples, enslaved and free African Americans, and other marginalized communities. The most important parts are research and community outreach.

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President moves: Recent resignations show 3 reasons why a leader steps down

University Business

The private nursing school will officially welcome its fifth president on May 6, according to school communications. In her last year as president, Ward looks forward to ramping up community outreach efforts. Bates has a proven track record as a higher education leader around Ohio, as well as in the private sector.

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How intentional building design helps these colleges build community synergy

University Business

While the museum is still enjoyed by students traversing campus and approximately 12,000 K12 students each year, the 40-year-old facility has lost touch with the outside community. “Our faculty are multi-specialty physicians who practice in primary care and psychiatry or addiction medicine.”