Confessions of a Community College Dean

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

While professors have employed a variety of strategies—creating pop quizzes, offering participation points, facilitating classroom discussions, assigning group work—some have chosen a creative alternative: music. Inside Higher Ed found three key reasons professors say they play music in class. Create collaboration.

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The Guardian Higher Education

DECEMBER 8, 2023

‘Staggering act of cultural vandalism’ is part of proposals to cut degree courses in modern languages Many of Scotland’s best-known folk music stars have joined protests by Gaelic scholars, lecturers and politicians over plans by the University of Aberdeen to axe its languages courses.

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The Guardian Higher Education

OCTOBER 7, 2023

Julian Lloyd Webber recommends teaching in groups after Royal College of Music professor is suspended following allegations All one-to-one music teaching of young students should be dropped by classical academies and conservatoires, according to the virtuoso cellist and campaigner Julian Lloyd Webber.

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APRIL 4, 2024

Cole and Kendrick Lamar Saved Hip-Hop, is expected to be an exploration into the cultural and musical contributions the two iconic figures have made in hip-hop over the past decade. Our hope is that it will inspire future artists to tackle cultural, political, and social issues more in their music.” Kendrick Lamar and J.

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PUC

APRIL 9, 2024

You use your musical talents to encourage people. It wasn’t until the COVID era that I reignited this creative flame, investing time and energy into my musical pursuit. Presently, I leverage music to connect with those I serve, particularly through invocations in the military. How long have you been doing this?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Whitehead holds a bachelor’s degree in music education from Virginia State University, a master’s in music education from Norfolk State University in Virginia, and a Doctor of Music Education degree from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia.

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MARCH 6, 2024

Graham holds a bachelor’s degree in music education and a master’s in music from South Carolina State University. Graham has been named director of band programs at Wiley University in Marshall, Texas. He served as director of bands and was a faculty member at Edward Waters University in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 27, 2024

Arturo O'Farrill Arturo O'Farrill has been appointed as a full professor with tenure at the School of Jazz and Contemporary Music and Mannes School of Music and will serve as the Bill Evans Fellow. The multi-GRAMMY Award-winning artist has also served as a member of the part-time faculty at School of Jazz and Contemporary Music.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 25, 2024

Bradley holds a bachelor’s degree in music from Grambling State University in Louisiana and a master’s in music education from the University of Louisiana Lafayette. Michael Ray Bradley Jr. has been named director of the band at Jarvis Christian University in Hawkins, Texas.

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The Guardian Higher Education

APRIL 29, 2023

Having been told no more than that this was a musical family, Sheilagh Matheson and Chris Roberts offered two bedrooms and a honky-tonk piano.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

From the recommendation algorithms that curate our music playlists to chatbots that assist with customer service inquiries, these are all AI." The event took place as part of University of Phoenix's Educational Equity Webinar Series. Everyone learns differently. Everyone does not retain information in the same manner.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 9, 2024

Festivities will also take place at Wayne State University this year, where event organizers are focusing on arts, culture, and music of the Civil Rights Movement. "In The day after will follow that discussion up with music, poetry, and dance performances, celebrating the art and culture of the movement nationally. 25, Dr. Derrick P.

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AUGUST 27, 2023

Ann Marie Stanley Ann Marie Stanley has been appointed director of the School of Music in the College of Arts and Architecture at Pennsylvania State University. in music education from the University of Michigan.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Taylor Swift Scott Legato/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management file The course will be taught by Dr. David Townsend, dean of university transfer and general education and a self-proclaimed “life-long Swiftie.” UNC-Chapel Hill offered a music course centered on The Beatles for many years and several schools offer a course on Beyonce.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 31, 2022

He earned a bachelor’s degree in instrumental music education at Grambling State University, a master’s in instrumental music education from Louisiana Tech University, and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree at the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago.

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OCTOBER 17, 2023

José García-León José García-León has been named dean of the Yale School of Music. García-León holds a bachelor's degree in music from the State University of New York at Binghamton and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in piano performance from the Manhattan School of Music.

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DECEMBER 5, 2023

Smith holds a bachelor’s degree in music education from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. Terrell Smith Terrell Smith has been named director of marching and spirit bands at Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia. He served as director of athletic bands at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2023

She has also taught music at many of these schools. "I Murray holds a doctorate in music, piano performance and pedagogy, from Northwestern University; a master’s in music, piano performance, from Bowling Green State University; and a bachelor’s in music, piano performance, from Illinois Wesleyan University.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Isrea Butler Isrea Butler has been named director of the School of Music at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. He served as head of the department of music at Valdosta State University in Georgia.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Green College of Education. in educational leadership and administration from the University of Arkansas and a master's in educational leadership and administration, a master's in music performance, and a bachelor’s in music from Baylor University. Dr. Michael L. McFrazier holds a Ph.D.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Jackson, a professor and dean of the Michigan State University (MSU) College of Education, is among 24 exemplary scholars selected by the American Educational Research Association. Their meaningful contributions to the education research field demonstrate the highest standards of academic excellence. Dr. Jerlando F.

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University Business

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

There are many reasons why only half of American adults have an education credential beyond high school, and we’re starting to see one of the biggest: Communication. Understandably, there is some doubt today about the value of higher education—that is, its benefits compared to its cost. Too often, we simply talk past each other.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Alabama A&M University Marching Maroon and White Band Alabama A&M Additionally, the band’s auxiliary unit, The Dancin' Divas , will be featured in a special performance with the famous Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall.

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MARCH 24, 2024

PHILADELPHIA— Despite the ongoing attacks to diversity, equity and inclusion within higher education, more than a thousand educators gathered in-person and virtually late last week to share strategies and brainstorm ways to center equitable outcomes for the students who attend their institutions.

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The Guardian Higher Education

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Keir Starmer should revitalise Sure Start, focus on children’s happiness – and give a crucial boost to further education Our writers and experts name the pledges Labour must include in its manifesto Children became unhappier in the past decade, according to the annual Good Childhood report.

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JANUARY 11, 2023

The festival will discuss “Black Resistance” in a variety of matters, such as the arts, public history, African American music, the Black press, and the Black church. 25, at the Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus (THEARC), followed by a post-show panel discussion. Then on Feb. Then on Feb.

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MARCH 17, 2023

Lacretia Johnson Flash Lacretia Johnson Flash has been named senior vice president for DEI, community, campus culture, and climate at Berklee College of Music.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

He taught music from elementary school to the university levels. Michael Simmons Michael Simmons has been appointed assistant band director at Bowie State University in Maryland. Simmons is a graduate of Florida A&M University.

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AUGUST 11, 2023

As the nation celebrates five decades of hip-hop, scholars and activists gathered on Friday at Howard University to consider the relationship between academia and the musical genre. The gathering was part of a two-day convening that explored the significance of the music and its connection to activism. "Hip

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The Guardian Higher Education

MAY 5, 2024

Academics warn loss of higher education arts and humanities courses will harm understanding of racism and imperial history Cuts to arts and humanities subjects within higher education will have damaging implications for our understanding of race and colonialism, academics have warned. Continue reading.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JANUARY 11, 2024

The San Francisco Conservatory of Music’s response to a student’s report of sexual assault and stalking “violated Title IX at every stage” and was “deliberately indifferent,” the Education Department’s Office for Civil Rights found in its investigation of the private college.

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Ed.gov Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Earlier this month, we celebrated National Arts in Education Week. Encompassing visual arts, music, theater, and dance, arts education is pivotal in fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

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MAY 4, 2023

Music is a medium commonly used as an instrument to motivate individuals through different facets of life. While hip-hop may not often be referenced as tantamount with higher education, many artists have referenced the academe within their works. In 2017, hip-hop became the most streamed genre in the United States of America.

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College Forward

JANUARY 18, 2024

His journey in the arts began in sixth grade, when he independently pursued theater and music, eventually becoming proficient in playing four brass instruments. As he moved through high school, he performed in one-act plays, and continued to stay active in plays and musicals throughout his college years.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Vermont Public is buying Northern Vermont University’s (NVU) radio station and turning it into a 24-hour classical music station, VTDigger reported. We are thrilled to be expanding Vermont Public's Classical service to more of the Northeast Kingdom,” Helen Lyons, Vermont Public’s music manager, said in a press release. “We

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 7, 2024

bible colleges, Yeshivas, etc.), and 7 specialize in arts or music, leaving at most 25 true four-year “colleges” for which earnings are below those of the typical high school graduate (1.5% This was an opportunity to educate the public, but one lost due to the desire for headlines and political points. rather than the reported 26%).

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AUGUST 10, 2023

Performers, academics, and music enthusiasts gathered at Howard University on Thursday to celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. Over the course of several decades, hip-hop has grown to become one of the most popular genres of music in the world.

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