Higher Education reporter Lisa Kurian Philip spent last school year with a counselor in Downers Grove. It turned out to be his last in the role.
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The University of Utah gets millions from using the Utes name. But what does the Ute Tribe get?
The Salt Lake Tribune has investigated the terms of past agreements and the findings point to a lopsided relationship, where the university has continued to reap clear and substantial financial benefits.
Posted inNorth Carolina
One policy. 17 results. How NC public universities are complying with a DEI ban
There’s a wide range of approaches to the UNC System’s new policy against diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Posted inMississippi
University of Southern Mississippi removes the word ‘diverse’ from mission statement, surprising faculty
The changes have nothing to do with the political headwinds facing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in higher education, a university spokesperson told Mississippi Today.
Posted inMississippi
Ole Miss to close diversity division
In its place, the state’s flagship university will create a Division of Access, Opportunity and Community Engagement.
Posted inMississippi
Mississippi universities rebrand DEI to focus on access, opportunity and belonging
Across the country, conservative legislation has caused universities to shutter such offices, reassign or fire employees, and end scholarships and programs aimed at supporting marginalized students.
Posted inFort Worth
From Harvard to the operating room, Fort Worth group teaches students to find their purpose
Create + Collaborate is a nonprofit that helps students learn life skills and get through college successfully.
Posted inNew York City
Hispanic enrollment slow to recover at CUNY
The city’s public university is now spending $12 million in ads to promote support programs for Hispanic students, who were among the most impacted during the pandemic.
Posted inChicago
A suburban family promised Chicago students help paying for college. Then they backed out.
The Schuler Scholars program announced weeks before the start of classes that they would not honor their scholarship commitments to low-income students.
Posted inColorado
Colorado college leaders believe Biden order places crucial focus on Hispanic-Serving Institutions
The Biden administration is seeking to expand educational opportunities for Latinos nationwide.