One University for All
In the midst of a tumultuous year, the CSU reaffirms its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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Higher Education
Search begins for University of Adelaide’s next leader
The University of Adelaide has officially begun a global search for its next Vice-Chancellor and President.
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New research explores impact of patent sharing in fight against COVID-19
University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law Professor Jorge Contreras was among a group of nine lawyers, scientists and engineers from the United States and United Kingdom who came together in March to create a flexible, open platform for sharing intellectual property in the fight against COVID-19. A new article published in Nature Biotechnology outlines results of those efforts.
Read moreCOVID-19 Impacts on Higher Education: Concerns and Strategies to Adapt
Faculty from several universities will present out-of-the-box ideas to elevate learning in virtual settings
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UIC earns ‘Seal of Excelencia’ for commitment to Latino students’ success
The University of Illinois Chicago has earned Excelencia in Education’s “Seal of Excelencia,” a national certification that recognizes colleges and universities for their “unwavering commitment to intentionally serve Latino students, while serving all.”UIC is one of five higher education institutions selected for the distinction, which was announced today during a press conference in Washington, D.
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Rounds with Leadership: Combating Racism and Cultivating Inclusion
At a time when our nation is struggling to address systemic racism and the inequities that have long plagued communities of color, it is truly unsettling to see the recent Executive Order on Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping, which calls for restrictions on diversity training offered at federal agencies.
Read moreNeurotic college students could benefit from health education
College students are under a lot of stress, even more so lately due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Based on certain personality types, especially neurotic personalities, college health courses could help students develop a more positive stress mindset, according to research from faculty at Binghamton University, State University of New York.
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UIC a top 10 best value, top 25 public university in Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education’s national rankings
The University of Illinois Chicago continues to be one of the nation’s top best value universities, according to the 2021 edition of the Wall Street Journal and Times Higher Education rankings, which were released last week.
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UIC historian earns inaugural national award for economic, social justice
Acclaimed University of Illinois Chicago historian Barbara Ransby has been named to the Freedom Scholars, a select group of progressive academics who are at the “forefront of movements for economic and social justice.”
Read moreCollege Students with Disabilities at Greater Risk for Substance Abuse
College students with physical and cognitive disabilities use illicit drugs more, and have a higher prevalence of drug use disorder, than their non-disabled peers, according to a Rutgers study.
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Confronting Racism in Higher Education
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) at the University of Utah is leading a collective call to action for truth, healing and the building of anti-racist campuses with the launch of Friday Forums on Racism in Higher Education.
Read moreUNC Charlotte Appoints Diversity and Inclusion Leader
UNC Charlotte Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber announced today the appointment of UNC Charlotte Professor Cheryl Waites Spellman, Ed.D., to the role of interim special assistant to the chancellor for diversity and inclusion, effective Sept. 16.
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