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The Resilient Voice of Justice: The Role of the Black Church in Response to the Affirmative Action Ruling

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The June 29, 2023, Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action abruptly ended race-conscious admissions practices in higher education, eroding nearly 50 years of precedent. One of the most critical roles the Black Church plays is that of an advocate and educator. The Black Church has a rich history of community mobilization.

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Australian sector braces as new visa requirements come in

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New powers under Section 97 of the ESOS Act also come into force on March 23, which will allow authorities to suspend high risk education providers from recruiting international students. ” Speaking on Channel 7 Sunrise on March 22, minister for education Jason Clare was quizzed on accommodation shortages.

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Report Suggests Reforms if Supreme Court Strikes Down Affirmative Action

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Supreme Court is expected to deliver a devastating verdict to advocates of affirmative action. Now, Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce has released a report on the potential impacts of the decision and how higher ed and governments can react. Carnevale, director of the CEW. “It

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Experts Discuss Equity Practices in Higher Ed Recruitment and Admissions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

We should be thinking about cradle-to-career opportunity, how education from the cradle to career is the great equalizer, and making sure it remains so," Holder said. Park, an associate professor of student affairs at the University of Maryland College of Education and author of the third brief.

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Higher education in London

HEPI

I left my job teaching History in schools because I was attracted by the taught Master’s course in Contemporary British History that was on offer here back then. Some of you may know his books about the history of the Conservative Party and Churchill , or his books about films like the Dam Busters and Anglo-German relations.

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2023 Seal of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At a time when the Latino population in the United States is growing and students are still facing daunting obstacles, Excelencia in Education is recognizing nine institutions for their clear and decisive commitment to Latino student success with the Seal of Excelencia. It enrolls roughly 43% first-generation Latino students.

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New education laws took effect this month. What’s in store for these 2 states?

University Business

Across the country, new education policies took effect on July 1st, the beginning of the new fiscal year in most states. A handful of them tackle some of the most pressing issues K12 and higher education leaders face today, including school safety and inclusion.