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Researchers Present Recommendations for Reversing Minority Male Enrollment Declines at Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Candidates interviewing to be leaders of public institutions should be expected to present plans for minority male success. The CCEAL presenters also had recommendations for schools and their leaders. Some of the researchers’ ideas for state policymakers were student centric. Some of these were parallel to the state solutions.

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CCS Students Collaborate With Industry Professionals on 17 Sponsored Projects and Competitions During Fall Semester

College for Creative Study

Students from Product Design and Illustration to Communication Design and Transportation Design were able to partner with local and global brands to work on a specific project tailored to meet the needs of our industry partners. As a professional college, our focus is on preparing graduates for a successful transition into the workforce.

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Roanoke College to Launch Cannabis Studies Program

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This program presents an opportunity to help rectify that and also to understand the lasting impact that cannabis has had on human history and evolution, she said. Roanoke’s program is designed to prepare students for careers in the cannabis industry, which involves knowing how to navigate tax law in the business, Poli said. “I

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How the Recruitment of High School Quarterbacks in College Football Foreshadows the Future of Tech Career Prospects

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Similar to college football’s transfer portal, the rapid advent and advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) have sparked discussions about how it may impact various industries, including technology. In the technology industry, this can involve initiatives such as coding boot camps, mentorship programs, and internships.

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Racial and Gender Inequities Found in Field of Educational Measurement

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Racial and gender inequities still plague the field of educational measurement, from professional rank to salary, across academia, industry, and leadership roles. Rodriguez said he hopes to learn more about these written responses, particularly as they relate to leadership positions both in academia and the industry.

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The Future of Education as Envisioned by My Students: Online and Industrially Focused

Higher Education Whisperer

The rest of the students sensibly concluded that a bachelors or masters degree was sufficient for the present. This made me feel positive about the next generation of professionals, and the future of education. Three students are planning to undertake further university studies. We need a

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Celebrating 50 Years of Hip-Hop

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The conference titled, "Hip Hop 50: Past, Present, and Future," is one of dozens of events taking place across the nation and included workshops focused on women in hip-hop, artificial intelligence in the music industry, and mental health. It has become a multibillion-dollar industry and one of the staples of American culture.

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