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Community Colleges

An Urban Engaged Institution, A Community Guided by an Ethic of Care

University of Baltimore SENIOR STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICER: Baltimore, MD Shelia Higgs Burkhalter, M.B.A.,M.S.Ed. Founded in 1925 Associate Vice President for Student Affairs www.ubalt.edu Founded in 1925 as a private institution, the University of Baltimore (UB) is a public undergraduate, graduate and professional university located in the heart of Maryland’s largest city. UB’s schools and colleges […]

April 8, 2014

Students

Honest and Aware, Committed to Inclusion and Respect

Sweet Briar College SENIOR STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICER: Sweet Briar, VA Cheryl Steele Founded in 1901 Dean of Co-Curricular Life and Vice President of Student Affairs www.sbc.edu Founded in 1901 and located in Central Virginia, Sweet Briar College (SBC) is a small liberal arts college that strives to empower and educate young women to build and […]

April 8, 2014

Students

A College of Learners Transcending Boundries

Lehigh University SENIOR STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICER: Bethlehem, PA John W. Smeaton, Ph.D. Founded in 1865 Vice Provost for Student Affairs www.lehigh.edu Founded in 1865 by Asa Packer, an industrial pioneer, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Lehigh University is a premier private residential research university. Lehigh community members, students, faculty and staff are committed to fostering a rich, […]

April 8, 2014

Students

A Community of Engaged Learners Where Individuals Flourish

The College of William & Mary SENIOR STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICER: Williamsburg, VA Virginia M. Ambier, Ph.D. Founded in 1693 Vice President for Student Affairs http://www.wm.edu/ Founded in 1693 by King William III and Queen Mary II of England, the College of William & Mary (W&M) boasts that it is unlike any other university in America. […]

April 8, 2014

HBCUs

Portland State University Faculty Strike Averted

A faculty strike set for next week at Portland State University has been averted after nearly yearlong negotiations produced a tentative contract agreement.

April 7, 2014

Community Colleges

Biden Announces New Apprenticeship Initiative for Students

Vice President Joe Biden announced a new initiative Monday, called The Registered Apprenticeship College Consortium, which will give students credit for job-training apprenticeships.

April 7, 2014

Champions Award

Jerry Sue Thornton Honored with Diverse Champions Award

Dr. Jerry Sue Thornton, the president emeritus of Cuyahoga Community College, was honored with the 2014 Diverse Champions Award Sunday evening.

April 6, 2014

Leadership & Policy

Three HBCU Presidents Announce Retirements

St. Augustine’s University, Grambling State University and Winston-Salem State University have officially joined other HBCUs on the hunt for new presidents.

April 6, 2014

Students

In Case You Missed It…

Undergrads Get Tips From the Experts at College Language Association Convention Simply Put, Dorothy Yancy Has a History of Leading the Way If Student Athletes Are Allowed to Unionize, Will It Change How Colleges View All Their Students? Community Colleges Facing Challenge of Amended Policies and Mission

April 3, 2014

Faculty & Staff

Diverse Conversations: 3 Things High School Students Should Know About College

There is no way to totally prepare a young adult for the realities of the college experience and what it will mean for his or her long-term success, but there are some things that high school educators should emphasize.

April 1, 2014

Community Colleges

Matchmaker U: Colleges Try to Engage Married Alums

Fundraisers, others on campus, follow Cupid’s arrow when seeking help from alumni.

April 1, 2014

African-American

Maryland Higher Ed Secretary Joining Lumina Foundation

Maryland’s secretary of higher education is leaving her post to work for an education foundation.

March 31, 2014