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Unapologetic Leadership Thought: Freedom Dreaming

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Students shouldn’t have to pay for printing, public transportation, or parking, as these items should be free. During the presentation, Garcia talked about Dr. Each community college would have funding to support guaranteed income programs for student parents, who will receive at least $500 for six months during the year.

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Dougherty Family College’s Investment in Student Success Pays Off

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

They have access to financial aid counselors, college persistence counselors, and a life coach, and are placed into paid internships after they finish a professional development course. If they’re struggling with transportation, they’re still going to struggle with transportation for the last two years of college.”

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Creating Safe Spaces: Future Teachers of Color Summit

The Scholarly Teacher

What Worked Structure The development of the FToC Summit began with our planning team, which included BIPOC teacher educators who represented diverse identity groups and educational experiences. While not ideal, it meant we did not have to fund transportation and food and had more funds to compensate presenters. link] Easton-Brooks, D.

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Why Lisbon is an Ideal City to Intern Abroad

AIFS Abroad

Food, entertainment and public transportation are all fairly affordable. Our programs are designed to include housing, on-site support, excursions, professional development resources and more. Popular internship fields in Lisbon include: IT Graphic Design Communications Social Media Marketing Business (and many more!)

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Top Cities in Spain to Study or Intern Abroad

AIFS Abroad

Barcelona’s cosmopolitan ambiance and Mediterranean charm also create a vibrant atmosphere for professional development. The architecture and landmarks transport visitors back in time, creating a truly unique atmosphere for learning and exploration.

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Top Cities in Australia to Study or Intern Abroad

AIFS Abroad

It also has an extensive transportation system so you can zip around town and to the beach. There are tons of networking and professional development opportunities across diverse fields. First of all, it’s affordable, even as the capital city of Western Australia.

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Five from MIT named 2023 Quad Fellows

CAPD

Students interested in learning more about the Quad Fellowship should contact Associate Dean Kim Benard in the Distinguished Fellowships Office in Career Advising and Professional Development. Rodriguez Jimenez will apply his graduate school work toward the electrification of transportation and development of resilient microgrids.