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For the Common Good

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

While North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, an HBCU institution, does not have a bachelor’s degree program in public health, it has other programs directly related to public health issues. With health services management they can work as managers in hospitals and in enhancing healthcare access.

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How Community Colleges Fuel Students' Dreams

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Faculty and staff at DCCC embraced him, Shegog said, seeing him as a human first and foremost, asking him to share who he was, his past, and his dreams. I would also make therapy and mental health services available year-round, through the summer,” said De Luna. Liann Herder can be reached at lherder@diverseeducation.com.

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Dominican University VP builds hope for first-gen students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

For example, NowPow helps commuting students tap into community-based resources within walking distance of their homes, such as food pantries and mental health services. Seeking stories from campus leaders, faculty members and staff for our new Student Success focus. Share here.

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