Kortext University Leaders' Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Although we’re living in a more progressive society, racial discrimination and inequality can be felt by people of colour in the UK to this very day, emphasising the importance of honouring Black History Month. . So, what is Black History Month and why should you care about it? . The importance of Black History Month.

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UW Presidential Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Part of what makes Black history such a compelling lens is the bravery and tenacity with which Black Americans have persevered to overcome staggering obstacles and oppression that were — and are — built into our nation’s systems and structures from its founding and continue to be a source of systemic inequity today.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

For example, in a history course, students can form groups to research and present on different historical events or periods. Through the thoughtful integration of active learning strategies, online teaching can foster meaningful educational experiences that support student success and achievement.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 30, 2022

I’ve gotten a fair amount of pushback on my piece on K-12 school reform and the failure of grade schools, middle schools, and high schools, to close achievement gaps. Correlation isn’t causation, but it does seem clear that today’s de facto school segregation is a major contributor to achievement gaps.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

For example, in a history course, students can form groups to research and present on different historical events or periods. Through the thoughtful integration of active learning strategies, online teaching can foster meaningful educational experiences that support student success and achievement.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 30, 2024

Omoruyi achieved the Dean's List each semester at Rutgers. Pikiell expects Omoruyi will be a top-20 scorer in school history and top-five in rebounds and blocked shots. He also devotes several hours to community service, including working with autistic youth on the weekends.

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Inside Higher Ed

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Ruth Simmons, president emerita of Prairie View A&M and Brown Universities and Smith College, delivered the 2023 Jefferson Lecture in the Humanities to a rapt audience at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture Tuesday evening.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 27, 2024

Brandi Waters, senior program manager of AP African American Studies at the College Board, and Dr. Ericka Armstrong Dunbar, professor of history at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. She is always looking to center the story of Black women in history, particularly to find ways to make those stories resonate with the students of today.

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University Business

MARCH 25, 2024

On the flip side, a less inclusive process often yields critiques of a lack of transparency and a “top-down” process that does not adequately reflect the institution’s true character and history.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 5, 2024

It is also a highly gendered one because history repeatedly illustrates a strong societal lack of care and concern for Black women, resulting in untimely death, insurmountable stress, strategic interference and undermining, and other forces that ensure our time in leadership ends far too soon. It is a loss.

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Liaison International

OCTOBER 5, 2023

This holiday provides an opportunity to honor and recognize the enduring legacies of Indigenous peoples in the Americas, while also shedding light on the often overlooked and misrepresented pieces of their history. The post Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2023 appeared first on Liaison.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 4, 2024

I’m inspired by the rich history and look forward to leading us to even greater achievements.” Williams has demonstrated proven success in strategic planning, community engagement, legislative advocacy, and fundraising, according to Board Chair Lynn Parman.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 26, 2023

Simmons will deliver the 2023 Jefferson Lecture in the Humanities, the highest honor from the federal government for distinguished intellectual achievement in the humanities. Simmons The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) lecture – “Facing History to Find a Better Future” – will take place 7 p.m. Dr. Ruth J. Lowe (Navajo).

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UW Presidential Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Northwest African American Museum : Showcasing African American art, history and culture in the PNW. Blackpast.org : Largest online encyclopedia on African American and Global African History on the Internet. We come together each February to celebrate Black history. Woodson in 1926 into Black History Month in 1960.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

“Beforehand, we basically got to look through the history of Belize as a country and the history of all of the cultural and ethnic groups that make up the big, diverse population of Belize. We dove deeper into a couple of those ethnic groups. And as a liberal arts college, we know we have a great academic curriculum.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 20, 2023

in history from Wake Forest University and a J.D. Bonita Brown “NKU has a strong reputation for supporting students in this region in reaching their academic goals and I look forward to collaborating with the NKU campus community to continue this important work,” Brown said. Brown is currently NKU’s vice president and chief strategy officer.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The Proctor Institute – housed in the Rutgers-New Brunswick Graduate School of Education – hosted the event in honor of Black History Month. Sullivan discussed his latest book, We’ll Fight It Out Here: A History of the Ongoing Struggle for Health Equity, which chronicles the history and impacts of AMHPS.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

history that incarcerated students have received bachelor’s degrees from a top 10 university. Having achieved this milestone, the graduates will become NPEP teaching assistants and fellows. Students from the Northwestern Prison Education Program (NPEP) have attained bachelor’s degrees, the first time in U.S.

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The PIE News

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

“[Previous intervention] caused reputational damage to Australia that we normally need to sandpaper cricket balls to achieve” “Such a rationale, if universally applied, threatens to upend student mobility entirely, leading to devastating effects. Sadly, it seems we’re witnessing such a scenario unfold.”

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Insight Into Diversity

JANUARY 13, 2023

The George Washington University (GWU) has named Ellen Granberg its 19th president, making her the first woman to hold the office in the institution’s 200-year history. Granberg is a sociology professor and current provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Rochester Institute of Technology.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 8, 2023

Their views about and experiences is particularly important given recent politicized pushback on teaching about Black history, which has been prominent in the news and social media. How do they explain the achievement gap? 5. Why does the Black-white achievement gap exist? What are your views about Black History Month?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 30, 2023

To date, we’ve achieved many successful milestones, including increasing the university’s cash reserves from under 40 days in 2020 to over 100 days currently, addressing stagnant salaries by providing pay raises for faculty and staff for two consecutive years, a banner year in research resulting in $65.8 In response, Hudson said Jan.

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ACPA

AUGUST 24, 2023

Engagement Yvette Clark stated, “We must never forget that Black History is American History. The achievements of African Americans have contributed to our nation’s greatness. More specifically as we head to our 100th ACPA, Chicago is notable in the depth and richness of Black history and creativity.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 29, 2023

The hip-hop impresario first pledged the gift while receiving a lifetime achievement award at the 2022 BET Awards. Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs “If it wasn’t for HBCUs, I wouldn’t be here,” Combs, a former student at Howard University, said to ESPN at the game.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Historical Context The SAT and ACT, standardized tests used to measure aptitude for learning in college admissions, have a racist history rooted in the 19th century influx of immigrants into the United States. Fair assessment is essential to achieving true education equity. African Americans deserve better. Dr. Ivory A.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 30, 2024

By doing so, they were able to bring about significant progress and change the trajectory of history. Just as King used his training and knowledge to shape the course of history, colleges and universities have the opportunity to address pressing social issues, foster civic engagement, and contribute actively to positive change.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 24, 2024

Only once these issues with “Better FAFSA” are fixed will HBCUs be able to concentrate their efforts and resources on providing students with the requisite academic training and support to empower them to achieve their dreams. Dr. Harry Williams is the president & CEO of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.

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UW Presidential Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

While we embrace Hispanic culture and achievements all year round at the UW, this month serves as a reminder to reflect on the depth and breadth of all that Latine and Hispanic people have added to our national life. Guestworker Programs, examines the impact of 20 th century U.S. guestworker programs from Mexico and the Caribbean.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 19, 2023

Our admission decision is based upon diverse facets of the individual’s history, talent, potential to contribute to the university and get the most out of a Wesleyan education. Applicants’ achievements and promise are carefully considered in the context of their respective schools, public engagement, and personal circumstances.”

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WCET Frontiers

JUNE 19, 2023

As states and institutions struggle with how to teach about equity, diversity, and inclusion, WCET and Every Learner Everywhere are celebrating Juneteenth by highlighting stories of how Black history is being discussed at institutions and organizations. Below I’ve listed some of my favorite, recent resources for learning about Black history.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 6, 2022

“Fortunately, the available evidence offers hope for achieving faculty parity in our lifetime. At this rate, the paper says, “higher education will never achieve demographic parity among tenure-track faculty.” Lewis, assistant professor of communication at Cornell; and Elan C. percentage points per year.

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Insight Into Diversity

MARCH 20, 2024

Mosupyoe led curriculum development for the BHC, and it focuses on imbuing typical general education courses with an emphasis on Black history, life, culture, experiences, and contributions. We’re expecting excellence of you, but that’s because we know you can achieve it.” (Photo courtesy of Sacramento State University Flickr.)

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 10, 2023

But what we did achieve is a testament to all of us, and we’re proud of it.” In April, unsuccessful negotiations for these contracts had resulted in the first strike in the unions’ history. We didn’t win everything we wanted. The situation led to a personal intervention from New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy. “We

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University Business

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

and NYU have all recently elected a Black or female president—or both—for the first time in their schools’ histories. “She has a deep familiarity both with NYU’s great strengths and with those areas that need additional attention, support and investment for NYU to achieve the next level of excellence. Norbert College (Wis.)

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Dan Cohen

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

To counteract this criticism and achieve some level of variation while maintaining comprehensibility, ChatGPT and other LLM-based tools turn up the “temperature,” an internal variable, increasing it from 0, which produces perfect fidelity to the physics, i.e., always selecting the most likely next word, to something more like 0.8,

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Insight Into Diversity

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

On January 1, 1900, a day of annual commemoration for President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, DeMond delivered an influential speech, “The Negro Element in American Life,” which noted the achievements of African Americans and called for their full rights as American citizens. “I

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 24, 2023

After graduating from Sacramento State with a bachelor’s in Black History and Politics, Wood returned for his master’s in Higher Education Leadership. Wood wants to continue Sac State’s history of research and hopes to expand it going forward. “If They have a history of presidents with long tenures, and I hope to continue that legacy.”

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