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Dr. Fredrick Muyia Nafukho Appointed Vice Provost for University of Washington Office of Academic Personnel

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Fredrick Muyia Nafukho will become vice provost for the University of Washington Office of Academic Personnel. I look forward to working collaboratively with the leadership team, faculty and Faculty Senate to lead a transformational plan to support UW’s academic personnel from pre-recruitment to retirement and beyond.”

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Wayne State University Receives $6 Million Grant for Humanities Faculty Cluster Hire and Black Studies Center

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Wayne State University has received $6 million for a cluster hire program to recruit and hire 30 new humanities faculty and create a Black Studies center.

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Mark Richards to step down as provost in summer 2023

UW Presidential Blog

As we approach the start of the academic year next month, I’m writing to let you know 2022–23 will be Mark Richards’ last year as Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. Mark plans to step down as provost in summer 2023, after he completes his five-year term in the position.

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Birmingham-Illinois invest in new joint research

The PIE News

Over the past decade the program has already brought together international research teams in the UK and USA to recruit high-potential, early-career researchers. The partnership renewal includes a five-year fellowship in water sciences.

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Wayne State University Receives $6 Million for Cluster Hire Program and Black Studies Center

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Wayne State University has received $6 million to recruit and hire 30 new humanities faculty and create a Black studies center.

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On advancing international education: how SIOs can lead the charge

The PIE News

Just look at the recent global risk, safety, and security work, led by SIOs on many campuses; in which risk management, export control, procurement, academic affairs, and human resources are brought together to ensure the safety of all travellers. This allows everyone to win. About the authors: Jill E.

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5 tips for college and university presidents to support diversity, equity and inclusion

University Business

Lastly, a group of Division of Arts and Humanities faculty organized an Inclusive Pedagogy Speaker Series and brought speakers focused on racial bias, LGBTQ+ inclusive practices, and creating more equitable syllabi. That committee is currently working across stakeholder groups to develop Hartwick’s first DEIB Strategic Plan.