NFL Announces New Class of ‘Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative’

The National Football League has announced the roster of medical students participating in the NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative. Michael BahamThe league-wide program, launched in 2022 with the NFL Physicians Society and the Professional Football Athletic Trainers Society, aims to increase and diversify the pipeline of students interested in sports medicine careers, including…

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Renowned, Trailblazing Sociology Professor Dies at 88

Dr. Doris Yvonne Wilkinson, the first African American female appointed to a full time position at the University of Kentucky in 1967, has died at age 88. Dr. Doris Yvonne Wilkinson“Dr. Doris Wilkinson was powerful, influential and, at times, larger than life,” said UK’s President Dr. Eli Capilouto. “It is with deep sadness that I…

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GRANT STEPP | Diverse: Issues In Higher Education

Grant SteppGrant Stepp has been named athletic director at Kentucky State University. He served as associate athletics director for development at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). Stepp holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from Western Kentucky University and a master’s in sports administration from EKU. #GRANT #STEPP #Diverse #Issues #Higher #Education

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5 Stressors on the Independent School Business Model

Over the past year, I’ve spoken with more than 100 heads of schools and industry leaders about the independent school business model. Two clear themes emerged: Everyone recognizes that we’re operating under a challenge model Every head reported that hiring and staff retention is one of the most acute challenges they’re dealing with right now…

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Balancing Italy’s demographic needs and student interest

Speaking on a panel about the economic impact of international students and graduates on host countries at the NAFSA conference 2024, Italy’s former education minister urged delegates to adopt a balanced and unified approach to attracting international students. “We need a kind of balance; we need more educated students, but in the meantime, we don’t…

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