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Darian Little is an alumnae of Hood College, and is pursuing her degree further in the Counseling Ph.D program. See more about Darian's background and aspirations here: https://shorturl.at/d9KeZ #hoodproud #HoodGradSchool #CounselingPhd

The SCOTUS is making some major decisions that impact each of us! Yall better VOTE and act!!! This article is my and Kamal James' attempt to act in response to one of those SCOTUS decisions. Read and share with guidance counselor, parents, and students, please!

It is with the utmost joy and gratitude that I announce I graduated with a Master's degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice at Griffith University. As I am writing this, I fondly reminisce the four-year journey of doing my courses online and the anticipation I felt waiting for assessment grades to be handed back during each trimester session. Never in my life did I imagine I would begin a whole new uni trajectory online through Open Universities Australia. At one point, I thought I was done with tertiary education after 6 years of combined Law and Criminology studies at UNSW. But once I made that decision to immerse myself again into academia, I knew it was my calling. My intuition knew, and I trusted that this was the right path for me. During my four-year stint, the most frequently asked question I received was: what is a Master's degree like? I know I can't speak on behalf of others, but from my own personal experience, it was truly life-changing. Yes, there were many sleepless nights before assignment submissions sitting in front of multiple screens and eating spoonfuls of Mayvers peanut butter from the jar, prolonged anxiety-ridden waits for assessment results, and of course the frustration with having to figure out how to reference obscure literatures. However, despite the challenges, it gave me a sense of purpose, discipline, empowerment and an outlet for creativity. What amazed me the most about undertaking a Master's degree was the sheer amount of support from friends. People would constantly send me messages on social media - cheering me on during assessment periods and congratulating me each time I got a High Distinction (HD) grade for a course (in total 5 / 11 HDs, with some full-mark assessment grades). Thank you to those who relentlessly championed for me, and being my moral support. Last but not least, I'd like add that we are all on different paths in life. I'm thankful that I was given this opportunity to pursue academia, and I'm even more thankful to finally achieve this milestone. Now I'll leave you with a brilliant quote: "If you're walking down the right path and you're willing to keep walking, eventually you'll make progress" (Barack Obama). #mastersgraduate #griffithuniversity #criminologyandcriminaljustice #classof2023 #alumnus #graduation2023

➡️ 🔎 Did you know Ashland University's Promise statement includes a commitment to making education affordable and personalized for all students? Learn more about the Ashland Promise on their featured CollegeXpress profile! #colleges #highered #highereducation #collegesanduniversities #collegesearch #collegeadmission #exploringcolleges #students #highschoolstudents #collegestudents

Education Crisis: Why Graduation Rates Matter This video discusses the alarming graduation rates among Black students and the societal pressures that overshadow educational success. We explore the importance of prioritizing education over superficial values and how we can address this critical issue together. #EducationCrisis #GraduationRates #HBCU #SocietalPressure #BlackExcellence #CommunityChange #PrioritizeEducation #SocialIssues #Empowerment #BreakTheStigma

This is what we have all learned from our nation's finest university presidents during the last week: Does marching around a college campus calling for the lynching of Blacks constitute harassment? Yes or no? (Answer: Yes, of course its harassment!!) Does marching around a college campus calling for the beheading of gays, or lesbians constitute harassment? Yes or no? (Answer: Yes, of course its harassment!!) Does marching around a college campus calling for the raping of Jewish women constitute harassment? Yes or no? (Answer: No, not necessarily, it depends on the context and on whether the Jewish women have actually been raped and can prove it beyond any doubt.) Yes, folks, that's higher education in America in 2023. Its downright shameful!!

🌟 Big News! 🌟 I am in the process of applying for admissions into Columbia University's School of Law for the Fall of 2025. 📚 Yes, I am early into the process, but your boy has a lot going on from studying for the LSAT 📖, writing a book ✍️, and completing an MSc Program at Grenoble Ecole de Management 🏫🇫🇷. I plan on applying to Columbia Law School early decision. While I am not guaranteed a spot at this institution, and I may even get rejected 😬, despite those fears, I wanted to share with you all my personal statement, an anecdote, that is a reflection of who I am. 🪞 I truly believe in fostering a collaborative environment where everyone is empowered to be vulnerable enough to share who they are, where they came from, and the unique value proposition they bring to any situation they may find themselves in. 💬✨ While we work in "professional" environments, facades of formality, they are composed of real human beings, with real feelings and real stories. 🧑🏽🤝🧑🏽 I attempt to integrate my profound connection with The Walt Disney Company to reflect on how I internalize my resilience, hopes and aspirations. So, here's to sharing a piece of myself with all who are willing to listen. 💖 👨🎓✨📝💪🌍📚🚀 #ColumbiaLaw #Admissions2025 #PersonalJourney #Vulnerability #Authenticity #Community #FutureJD #LawSchoolAdmissions #LawSchool #Admisisons #HigherEducation

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Education Crisis: Why Graduation Rates Matter This video discusses the alarming graduation rates among Black students and the societal pressures that overshadow educational success. We explore the importance of prioritizing education over superficial values and how we can address this critical issue together. #EducationCrisis #GraduationRates #HBCU #SocietalPressure #BlackExcellence #CommunityChange #PrioritizeEducation #SocialIssues #Empowerment #BreakTheStigma

Excellent write up of my suitemate Jonathan Breiner leading the BIPOC Teacher Pathway program University of Cincinnati - College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services. With so much focus on VP Harris right now, it is critical that we realize the value and impact of having mentors, teachers, and leaders that look like those they serve. This is a great weaving of personal story and statistical evidence. Please give it a look. https://lnkd.in/gjrw3jcD