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Diversity Advocates Condemn Elimination of DEI Staff and Programs at University of Florida

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE) condemned the University of Florida's elimination of its diversity, equity, and inclusion staff. They come at the expense of students, who will suffer without programs and people to support their educational journey."

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The Importance of Women’s Leadership in Higher Education

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Firstly, education is a fundamental human right that should be accessible to all, regardless of gender. Firstly, education is a fundamental human right that should be accessible to all, regardless of gender. But we’re not there yet.

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Anti-Apartheid Advocate and Human Rights Activist Randall Robinson Dies at 81

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Renowned human rights activist and civil rights lawyer Randall Robinson died Mar. Known for his advocacy against apartheid and for Haitian democracy and reparations for Black Americans, Robinson was a fierce supporter of higher education. 24 at age 81. Robinson died of aspiration pneumonia, NPR reported. Left to right) Sen.

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Responsible AI for Higher Education: Cutting Through the Noise

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Artificial intelligence (AI) has made a buzz throughout higher education in the past year. According to a recent survey of education professionals , 50 percent said they use AI in admissions—and that number is expected to grow to 80 percent in 2024. The benefits of AI for higher education are transformational.

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Leadership for Belonging in Higher Education

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It is the tenth in our series on leadership in partnership with the National Centre for Entrepreneurship in Education (NCEE). There is extensive research on the associations between belonging and mental health and wellbeing, highlighting its importance at a time when staff wellbeing is a high priority for higher education leaders.

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Educators as Co-Conspirators in Decolonizing Education for Black Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Many educators come to the profession because they have a passion and commitment to help students succeed. However, the complexities of education often get in the way of successfully advocating for Black students in a way that is impactful and transformative. Dr. Donna Y. These professionals are proactive.

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The Politics of Higher Education

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Blog: Higher Ed Gamma Political interference in higher education, we are told , is increasing. The partisan divide in views on higher education, we hear , is deepening. ” As her own books demonstrate, political attacks on higher education date back much further.