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Dr. Pernell Goodwin The foundation of the United States is deeply intertwined with the labor, resilience, and ingenuity of Black Americans. From the early days of agriculture and skilled trades to the modern advancements in engineering and technology, Black labor has been instrumental in building and sustaining the nation. Central to this narrative are Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), institutions established to educate and empower African Americans in the face of systemic e
Ghost Students: How Fraudsters Use Fake Identities to Cheat Universities
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Ghost student fraud costs higher education $5 billion annually as fraudsters use stolen identities to exploit financial aid. California estimates 20% of community college applications—over 460,000—are fake bots taking spots from real students. These "ghost students" never attend classes but access federal loans and aid before vanishing. Remote learning creates perfect conditions for criminals to exploit systems.
5 Charts Depicting How Faculty Have Changed in Last 20 Years
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Nancy Coleman Believes Lifelong Learning Should Be Built on Flexibility and Value
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In a discussion with MindMax CEO Lee Maxey, Nancy Coleman, Dean, Harvard Extension School and Continuing Studies at Harvard University, explores the changing landscape of higher education. She emphasizes the urgent need for flexible, stackable learning options that meet learners where they areand evolve with the needs of both students and employers.
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Faculty Hiring Is Under Federal Scrutiny at Harvard
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By Emma Pettit The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has pointed to the university's own data showing a decline in white, male professors.
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