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Dr. Christopher B. Davis has been named the 14th president of LeMoyne-Owen College. Dr. Christopher B. Davis“I’m elated, I’m excited, I’m overjoyed about this tremendous opportunity,” said Davis. “I’m looking forward to joining our faculty, our staff, our students, our alum, our trustees, our well-wishers as we continue doing the great work that we have…
Key Takeaways Higher education institutions are seeing an increase in nontraditional students, including adults returning to education, individuals balancing full-time work with studies, and those with family responsibilities. Nontraditional students face distinct barriers to student success in higher education such as inflexible schedules, inadequate financial support, and a lack of tailored advising services. To cater…
Dr. Mary Ann Villarreal has been appointed vice president in the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Student Success at the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U). She will focus on advancing equity and student success efforts in service to undergraduate populations and academic excellence. Dr. Mary Ann Villarrea“AAC&U won over my scholar and practitioner…
Languages Canada, the country’s national association of 200 English and French language programs, has released its 2023 annual survey report, revealing an overall recovery rate of 75% compared to pre-pandemic student numbers. “The sector is recovering, albeit slowly. We saw an increase in French language students from Canada. Diversity remains strong,” said Languages Canada…
Veterans who did not personally use their Post-9/11 GI Bill (PGIB) benefits earned $1,700 less annually than those who did, according to an interagency study on how enlisted veterans used benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs-operated education program. That is after accounting for factors such as academic preparation, military rank, and military occupation….
Dr. Charletta Barringer-BrownA former Southside Virginia Community College administrator is alleging discrimination as a reason she was fired from her position. Dr. Charletta Barringer-Brown recently filed a federal lawsuit in Eastern District of Virginia in Richmond, reports Cardinal News. The suit seeking monetary damages includes claims that she was fired because she was the only…
Women of Color Education Collaborative (WOCEC), a new nonprofit organization, has sprung up to address the lack of diversity among K-12 superintendents in the nation. Education Week has reported that only around 3% of American K-12 superintendents are women of color while 54% of students nationwide are diverse. The diversity of the educator leadership workforce has…
Published: 7/11/2024 Reading Time: 6 minutes They say that 12.5 percent of adults consider becoming an adjunct instructor. Okay, I made that up. However, it is a dream of many with postgraduate education. Being an adjunct keeps me sharp in my knowledge and provides the rewarding experience of preparing the next generation. One of my first…
Dr. Angela W. PetersAngela W. Peters has been appointed provost and vice president of academic affairs at Voorhees University. She served as chief academic officer and provost and vice president of academic affairs at Albany (Georgia) State University. Peters holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in chemistry from Hampton University and a doctorate in biochemistry from the…
“Welcome Jags” sign from Fall 2023 at Texas A&M University-San Antonio. From TAMUSA Photo Archives, “Jaguar March”, Aug 2023.This fall, students entering one of Alamo Colleges District’s five community colleges in San Antonio, Texas will have the opportunity to have guaranteed transfer to Texas A&M University-San Antonio (TAMUSA) and free tuition at both institutions. It’s…