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Unapologetic Leadership Thought: Freedom Dreaming

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Kelley’s notion of the “ Freedom Dream ,” an invitation to imagine an educational space that is grounded in racial equity, social justice, and collective liberation. Students shouldn’t have to pay for printing, public transportation, or parking, as these items should be free.

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Access Must be Front Burner for Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Students navigate housing and food insecurity, transportation issues, and other limitations to access. Making sure that all students have what they need and that we’re being mindful of any gaps in terms of completion, persistence, programming and social and economic mobility.”

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Interdisciplinary Gamified Teaching of Critical Metals

The Scholarly Teacher

The scientific needs of critical element production tie in with geopolitical considerations, providing a segue for conversations about social justice relative to marginalized peoples disproportionately affected by unsustainable practices. 3) What are some examples of topics in one subject that have a direct impact on topics.

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Dominican University VP builds hope for first-gen students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

We send a brief survey to learn more about social determinants of their well-being, such as housing insecurity, transportation and financial distress. This time, I was fortunate to have an adviser, coaches and a myriad of mentors who didn’t allow me to retrench into my skewed perceptions of myself.

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Team Growth: Get to Know Maddy and Louis

Campus Groups

Our belief is that by embracing diversity, we foster a better experience for our team, Partner Campuses, and students. In this endeavor, we are consistently growing as a company. In 2021, we welcomed 17 unique professionals to the CampusGroups team. This growth continued in 2022. This post introduces Maddy Hauck and Louis Cameron.

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100+ Design Thinking Project Ideas for Kids to Do This Summer

Experiential Learning Depot

My 2nd grader initiated this summer long maker experience a few years ago during the height of the covid pandemic. We were on a walk and we came across what looked like a a table that once held a grill. It was in rough shape and was out on the curb to be thrown out.

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How the Work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

King’s work was about diversity: Dr. Marcus Bright King’s actions reflected an understanding that embracing diversity was essential to advancing his civil rights and social justice mission. s lifetime, I contend that King's life and work were, in large part, about the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion.