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Dr. Michael L. McFrazier Appointed Acting President at Prairie View A&M University After President Dr. Ruth Simmons's Early Resignation Decision

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

His professional research interests include first-generation college student academic self-efficacy and minority male academic achievement and mentorship. Outside of higher ed, McFrazier was a public-school teacher and administrator in the Waco Independent School District. He will lead PVAMU until Dr. Tomikia P. McFrazier holds a Ph.D.

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Building a Thriving Workforce for Early Learning Through Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This plays a key role inhibiting the recruitment and retention of skilled professionals. Research has shown that pay for early educators lag behind many other professions, highlighting the need for change. Despite the importance of their role, early educators face low wages, with the national median worker earning just $13 an hour.

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Dissertation Dispatch: The Grad School Survival Guide

CAPD

It often seems like no one really knows if they’re doing it correctly, so don’t be afraid to seek advice from professionals, research applicable regulations, and maintain diligent records. Start early! By tackling your taxes proactively, you can avoid undue stress and potential penalties.

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Dissertation Dispatch: The Grad School Survival Guide

CAPD

It often seems like no one really knows if they’re doing it correctly, so don’t be afraid to seek advice from professionals, research applicable regulations, and maintain diligent records. Start early! By tackling your taxes proactively, you can avoid undue stress and potential penalties.

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Research co-creation may be the key to impact

SRHE

As the REF puts it we should be “illustrating the benefits research delivers beyond academia, including how it brings tangible changes to aspects of society and life, and the public value it delivers”.

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Backlash as a university says its library will be 'all digital'

Confessions of a Community College Dean

In addition, community members will have access to professional research librarians via “24/7 chat coverage,” special collections, reserve resources and interlibrary loans. The statement added that all the institution’s campuses will still have in-person, credentialed librarians.

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