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Beard Named Interim President at FAMU

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

He previously served as president of Pasco-Hernando State College, where he also worked as vice president of student development and enrollment management. Timothy Beard has been named interim president of Florida A&M University. Dr. Timothy Beard He is expected to assume the position Aug. 5, pending contract negotiations.

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Theory For RAs and Student Staff: The Four S’s of Transitions

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There are a number of researchers and faculty who specialize in something called “student development theory.” ” These theories study how college students grow and develop during their time at school.

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TANIA D. MITCHELL

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Mitchell holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and communication from Baylor University in Texas, a master’s in higher education and student affairs from Indiana University, and a doctorate in student development from the University of Massachusetts.

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Kemp Re-Elected Southern Regional Education Board Chair

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The efforts across Southern states to educate students, develop our workforce, and equip them for the jobs of today and tomorrow have significantly contributed to the South now leading the North in GDP growth,” said Kemp. “I

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WHITNEY MCDOWELL-ROBINSON

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Whitney McDowell-Robison Whitney McDowell-Robison has been appointed vice president for student development and engagement at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. McDowell-Robinson has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Tougaloo and a master’s in clinical mental health counseling and a Ph.D.

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Molloy University Awarded $3.5M Grant to Promote Minorities in STEM

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LSAMP is expected to use a comprehensive approach to STEM learning ecosystem to impact STEM student development and retention. “This is important and valuable for the communities and populations we serve. It is good for the region.”

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Theory For RAs and Student Staff: Marginality and Mattering

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There are a number of researchers and faculty who specialize in something called “student development theory.” ” These theories study how college students grow and develop during their time at school.