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Descendants of Enslaved Offered Need-Based Scholarships through Partnership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Monique Trusclair Maddox Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation The Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation announced applications are open for an advancement of education scholarship program in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF). Nothing creates opportunity like an effective education.

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More US STEM scholarships for Southeast Asia

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The expansion was announced at an event at the White House on February 7 to celebrate the success of the inaugural cohort of Quad Fellows who enrolled on the scholarship in 2021. IIE has empowered people to cross borders and disciplines to solve problems together for 105 years.

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Single Parents Breaking Barriers Through Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At Generations College, nestled in the heart of Chicago, we have witnessed firsthand the life-changing power of education for single parents. In 2019, we proudly launched the Single Parent Scholarship initiative, which provides financial assistance and support services to single parents who aspire to earn a college degree.

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UA Libraries’ Digital Archival Project Empowers Voices Among U.S.-Mexico Border Communities

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Serving as the heart of knowledge and scholarship in higher education, academic libraries are uniquely positioned to advance and support digital and data-driven storytelling and archival efforts, especially as they relate to marginalized communities. Mexico borderlands collections.

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Salt Lake Community College Launches Scholarship Program for Tribal Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“This is important for our students here at SLCC, where most work and go to school part time, and often are helping take care of families,” said Josh Montavon, SLCC director of financial aid and scholarships.

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A2MEND, University of La Verne Partner to Empower African American Male Scholars

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The University of La Verne is joining the African American Male Education Network & Development Organization (A2MEND) in a partnership aimed at fostering educational opportunities and supporting the academic journey of its students and members. Award amounts will vary depending on program and incoming student status.

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UNCF Receives Largest Philanthropic Corporate Gift from Fidelity Investments for Scholarship Program

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The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has received $190 million, its largest philanthropic corporate gift, for a scholarship program. Pamela Everhart The money – from Fidelity Investments – will go towards launching the Fidelity Scholars Program, which will have renewable, need-based scholarships and wrap-around support services.