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Pioneers discuss the challenges facing computer science

Inside Higher Ed

Though the 28 laureates in attendance this year gave and listened to each other’s talks with optimistic titles such as “Computing for Social Good,” Inside Higher Ed took the opportunity to ask them questions about computer science’s challenges in higher education. Missing Seats at Important Tables.

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Ohio State Scientists Named AAAS Fellows

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“I am pleased to see these creative thinkers receive well-deserved recognition for their research and service from the American Association for the Advancement of Science.” The AAAS Fellowship recognizes scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications.

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A Continued Commitment to Community

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Associate Engineering Program at Wright College (EPW) Part of the City Colleges of Chicago, Wright College is home to an engineering cohort program that has grown from nine students at its inception to 550 today. million research grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF). Also, it’s the environment.

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2023 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award Winners

Insight Into Diversity

INSIGHT Into Diversity 2023 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award winners are recognized for their exemplary and innovative initiatives designed to recruit and retain underrepresented individuals in science, technology, engineering, and math. The program includes a science fest, monthly virtual STEM nights, and a summer camp on campus.

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CSUN Receives Grant to Boost STEM, Arts Diversity at LA Colleges

Insight Into Diversity

Department of Education recently awarded a five-year, $3 million grant to California State University, Northridge, to increase the participation of underrepresented students and address equity gaps in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) and arts fields. All of the involved institutions are HSIs. Led by S.K.

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The latest courses, Specializations, and Professional Certifications in UX design, generative AI, real estate, and cybersecurity

Coursera blog

Engage in hands-on exercises and receive tips on effective prompt engineering, and learn how to go beyond prompting for more advanced uses of AI. Discover how to craft effective prompts using prompt engineering techniques to achieve desired outcomes from AI models.

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Diversifying the Workforce for Data-Related Jobs Starts with Inclusivity in Research

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Data and computational science continue to be traditionally male-oriented fields, which further amplifies the importance of encouraging the participation of women and people of color. Students gain hands-on experience in every stage of these data-related computational projects.