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

University Business

Take, for example, medical professionals in practice and research who are siloed from the experience of minority communities. Now, opponents to DEI liken the terms “social justice warrior” and “woke” to indoctrination. “Don’t be led by fear,” advises Acosta. The data back this up, too.

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How College Transforms Students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

College’s impact hinges largely on the level of student engagement: the time and effort devoted to studying, the frequency and quality of interactions with faculty, peers, and professional staff, and the extent to which students take advantage of extracurricular activities.