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Texas A&M University-San Antonio Receives Grant to Address Economic Issues and Tech Access for Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Texas A&M University-San Antonio has received a $3 million grant to address economic issues and expand technology access for its student population. Williams, Texas A&M’s associate vice provost of student success and retention.

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Beyond Career and Job-Ready Graduates: Beating the Underemployment Odds: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 202 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Kevin Grubb

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In this episode of our podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Kevin Grubb, Associate Vice Provost for Career and Professional Development at Villanova University, about the holistic approach Villanova is taking to create career and job-ready graduates.

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3 Questions for Todd Nicolet, Vice Provost for Digital and Lifelong Learning at UNC

Inside Higher Ed

Todd is the Vice Provost for Digital and Lifelong Learning at UNC. What does the role of Vice Provost for Digital and Lifelong Learning entail? Our units and service areas include credit programs, summer sessions, professional and community programs, online program services, a research hub, and a conference center.

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Here are 5 ways leaders can implement AI at the highest rungs of an institution

University Business

But aside from being an effective tool, the advent of the revolutionary technology can help institutions thrive in a changing landscape and improve their commitment to student equity, according to a new report from Complete College America.

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Succession Planning in HBCUs Ensures Long-Term Sustainability

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Professional development programs: Once high-potential individuals are identified, strategic professional development programs should be implemented to enhance their leadership capabilities. The process may involve a combination of performance appraisals, interviews, and feedback from supervisors and colleagues.

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Two Scholars are Building Diversity Initiative Database for All

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Byrd, former special advisor to the provost at Georgia State University (GSU), said that institutions are struggling to diversify their faculty. Dr. Amer Ahbed, vice provost for DEI at UVM, said his institution is excited to be among the initial participants in this database. We’ve not seen the growth that we want.

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Biotech boot camp at Villanova exposes students to career paths

Inside Higher Ed

The half-day event promoted business and career advice and networking opportunities for science, technology, engineering and math students interested in pharmaceuticals and biotech, boosting students’ interest and confidence in postgraduate opportunities.