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Forging Engineering Pathways

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Electrical Engineering Education:   B.S. in Computer Science and Mathematics with minors in Global Engineering Leadership and Arabic, University of Maryland Mentors:   Joyce D. Georgia Tech University; Dr. Ehsan Adeli, Stanford University Favour Nerrise was interested in engineering even before she knew what it was.

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Tenacity Propels African Immigrant Along Engineering Path

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Favour Nerrise was interested in engineering even before she knew what it was. But Nerrise didn’t have a lot of guidance on how to channel her abilities. Exposure to engineering doesn’t really exist for my family,” she said. Exposure to engineering doesn’t really exist for my family,” she said.

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Engineering Ph.D. Candidate Relishes His Role as a Mentor

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

However, he was curious about some aspects of science and engineering, so he decided he’d try community college. candidate in material science and engineering at the University of Central Florida. He provides invaluable guidance, support, and opportunities for mentees to thrive. Fast forward to 2023.

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The Importance of Women’s Leadership in Higher Education

Kortext University Leaders' Blog

Things are looking up… There have been positive trends and progress in promoting women’s leadership in higher education in recent years. But we’re not there yet. There is still a fair amount of work to be done. Women are underrepresented in senior leadership positions across all disciplines, with only 28.4%

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Building a stronger engineering community in Malaysia: The mission of the Board of Engineers Malaysia

Creatrix Campus

Building a stronger engineering community in Malaysia: The mission of the Board of Engineers Malaysia editor Wed, 04/26/2023 - 01:36 In Malaysia, the development of the nation's infrastructure and economy depends heavily on the engineering sector.

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Interest in career pathways beyond the status quo is growing. Should higher ed be worried?

University Business

With parents showing increased interest, students may be swayed more than ever to pursue these pathways, considering that a previous survey by JFF showed parents are students’ top influencers in how they pursue postsecondary education. According to the Credential Engine , almost one million credentials are available in the U.S.

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Insight Into Diversity Honors Legacy of DEI Innovator, Former Board Chair

Insight Into Diversity

His sudden departure leaves a void not only in the lives of his loved ones but also in the fields of higher education, social justice, and diversity advocacy. He recruited DEI experts from Fortune 500 companies, higher education, and nonprofits to offer their expertise and help us grow our company. Christopher A.