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Combating the Illusion of DEI Collusion

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

After reading the article “Another Education Fight Over DEI Emerges…” on CNN.com, a daunting thought came over me. The article seems to make clear that incorporating a DEI statement into the application folio of faculty is not considered necessary. But it’s a start.

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An Activist-Scholar

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Find ways to take pleasure in your work now, because this is such a rewarding job.” For as long as she can remember, Dr. Lori Kido Lopez has been passionate about media and Asian American social justice. And that’s in part because she sees herself as an activist — someone looking to challenge society’s prevailing injustices. “I

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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.” Invitational to promote social justice and equity. Supreme Court’s NCAA v.

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New Report Offers Insight into HBCU ‘Secret Sauce’

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Now, a new working paper from the National Bureau of Economic Research, a nonprofit think tank, delves into the many advantages that HBCUs offer and what predominantly white institutions (PWIs) can learn from them when it comes to helping Black students. The advantages appear to extend past graduation. bridge program as an example.

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DEI Blog: Third Time’s a Charm

College for Creative Study

It was in this liminal space that I fostered my passion for social justice that led to me being one of the founding members of Occupy Detroit – the ultimate focus of my senior thesis. While research is limited, preliminary results show that binaural beats can help increase focus and assist with homework completion.

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How 2 college equity leaders advise navigating a changing climate amid backlash

University Business

Higher education’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is nearing a potential inflection point as two trends coalesce this summer: State bills stamping out DEI offices and two Supreme Court rulings are expected to strike down affirmative action in the coming days. “Don’t be led by fear,” advises Acosta.

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Center students in the diversity statement debate (opinion)

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Going even further, the state of Florida is defunding diversity, equity and inclusion efforts across the state; Texas’s governor has warned against DEI in hiring practices ; and Iowa , Utah and West Virginia are all considering bills that would defund DEI initiatives or eliminate DEI statements in hiring.

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