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Allen Sessoms Speaks on ‘Near-Death’ Experience at UDC

Dr. Allen L. Sessoms appeared on a panel at the American Council of Education conference, where he said the University of the District of Columbia was not serious about making dramatic changes during his time as president.

March 10, 2014

Opinion

The Backlash of ‘12 Years a Slave’

Predictably, many of the conversations turned to race after moment of triumph for ’12 Years a Slave.’

March 9, 2014

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At MIT, Weighing Balance of Privacy and Big Data

White House counselor John Podesta said the government must figure out how to allow the public and private sector to capitalize on the benefits of big data, while protecting individual privacy.

March 3, 2014

Faculty & Staff

Regent Blasts University Head over Assault Remark

University of Iowa president Mason was chastised for her comment that ending sexual assault probably wasn’t realistic “just given human nature.”

March 2, 2014

Military

Hooray for Hollywood?

African-Americans and the Oscars have a complex relationship.

February 25, 2014

Faculty & Staff

Southern University Board Reconfirms Decision to Oust Chancellor Llorens

The immediate matter is settled but the controversy is far from over. The special session had been called after students, alumni and other supporters voiced disapproval of the board’s original decision not to give James Llorens a one-year extension.

February 24, 2014

Faculty & Staff

Dr. Michael Drake Has the Foundation, Support to Succeed as Ohio State President

The university’s first Black president has served as a professor, senior associate dean and has engaged in cutting-edge research focused on breast cancer, HIV/AIDS and tobacco use.

February 23, 2014

Faculty & Staff

Monteiro Receives Support in Employment Fight at Temple University

A popular faculty member at Temple University is receiving widespread support among other academics across the country after his annual teaching contract was not renewed.

February 16, 2014

Health

University of Texas System President Cigarroa Resigning

University of Texas System Chancellor Francisco Cigarroa said Monday he’s resigning because he’s accomplished the goals he set, not because of political turmoil surrounding the Board of Regents in recent months.

February 11, 2014

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Education Reform Atop Agenda for Morehouse Summit

The White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans is teaming up this week with the Morehouse Research Institute to sponsor the Black Male Summit.

February 11, 2014

Leadership & Policy

Chancellor’s Contract Terminated at Southern University-Baton Rouge

Southern University System’s board of supervisors voted not to renew Baton Rouge chancellor James Llorens’ contract when it expires June 30.

February 9, 2014

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Diverse Docket: Judge Allows Retaliation Suit Vs. Howard University to Proceed

Tyrone Pitts contends Howard wrongfully reassigned him and dramatically reduced his responsibilities after he raised concerns about tax issues, financial mismanagement and possible fraud against the university.

February 3, 2014