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California Federation of Teachers Calls for ED to Delist ACCJC as Accreditor

A coalition of two California unions and the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) filed a new complaint against the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC).

August 10, 2016

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Gap Year Students: Another Form of Diversity

The recent announcement that First Daughter Malia Obama would be taking a “Gap Year” before starting Harvard University in 2017 has shed new light (and increased popularity) on a path typically taken by students in Europe and Australia.

August 10, 2016

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Dibinga Uses Spoken Word to Advocate for Social Justice

Dr. Omékongo Dibinga, a Congolese American and a professor of cross cultural communication at American University, teaches students the hard truths about power, race and culture.

August 10, 2016

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DC-UP Seeks Top Students Through Generous Scholarship

In an effort to woo the top students in Washington, D.C., UDC is offering generous scholarships through a program called DC-UP.

August 9, 2016

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Hundreds Set to Gather for Urban Education Conference

Hundreds of individuals who are concerned about the educational plight of youth in urban schools, will gather in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in November for the 2nd Biennial International Conference on Urban Education.

August 9, 2016

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Diverse Conversations: Is the Federal Government Behind the Rising Cost of Higher Education?

If it seems like college is more expensive than ever before — and with less return on investment than in previous generations — it’s not your imagination. Consider this: today, a degree is a requirement for more entry-level jobs than before. This will be even truer in the future. In fact, according to the Committee […]

August 8, 2016

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Digital Fundraising Helps Student Reach ‘Dream School’

Alimah Dawkins, a low-income student from Atlanta, used GoFundMe to raise money for her move to New York to attend Sarah Lawrence College.

August 8, 2016

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Students Fight for Change at University of Oregon

University of Oregon administrators have been pressed to respond to Black student demands.

August 8, 2016

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Illinois Community College Works to Reform Juvenile Offenders

A program at an Illinois community college is working with youth at a local juvenile justice center to help prepare them for college or a future occupation.

August 7, 2016

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Crowdfunding Efforts Prove Beneficial for Some Students

As college students in the United States and around the world turn to crowdfunding to finance their higher-education-related expenses, some experts warn others not to harbor high expectations about the method.

August 7, 2016

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Diversity in Information Technology and Higher Education

Information technology, like most STEM fields, suffers from a divided work environment and a lack of mentors.

August 4, 2016

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Morgan State Bolstering Profile by Hiring Several New Deans

Morgan State University ― a Black public urban research institution headquartered in Maryland — is increasing its national profile with the recent hiring of several new university deans.

August 4, 2016