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It’s no secret that alumni and current students are concerned about IU's current governance. Public responses to events over the last two years have made this clear. If appointed as trustee, I will improve the quality of decision-making. Change is needed to ensure a positive future for IU. If you’re an IU degree holder, vote now to make a difference: https://lnkd.in/gHk7ui4Q #Hall4IUTrustee

On this 12th anniversary of #DACA, take a moment to recognize how #undocumented students, alumni, staff, and faculty continue to make tremendous contributions to our campus, communities and country. Check out new factsheet below and the data at https://lnkd.in/e5rE9zPK

What folks are not talking about: If you’ve looked at the front page of the higher education section of Legacy Newspapers, all you will see is back to back coverage of what's happening at 2-3 Ivy Leagues. While this is nothing new, it's coming at the cost of what's not being covered, such as the executive order the Governor of Oklahoma signed yesterday that eliminates all DEIA offices in public colleges across the state. On top of that, the University of Wisconsin Regents voted to approve a deal that allows them to access $800 million in funding for pay raises and building upgrades in exchange for gutting their DEIA offices across the university system. I fear this is only the beginning and will hurt marginalized students and eliminate some of the progress we've made in terms of making higher education more accessible to folks from all backgrounds. As someone who had the opportunity to work in the DEIA offices at two universities, I can tell you that we did more than events honoring Heritage Months. We provided resources to students who were food insecure, housing insecure, who were about to drop out, we went to bat for students who were being discriminated against by their professors, and more. Let me be clear: I am not saying there shouldn't be coverage around free speech or a much-needed discussion on how universities need to do more for Jewish students (both are critical and long overdue). What I am saying is there are bad faith actors in the political world who are weaponizing both topics and using them as a cudgel to attack DEIA overall. There's a firewall between electeds and universities, and that wall is crumbling, and we need to fight to keep it there. Both actions in OK and WI happened on the same day (December 13th). This is only the beginning and it's imperative we stay vigilant and be discerning on how politicians are trying to roll back the progress we've made in society. As always, I welcome your thoughts in the comment section.

Wow, it's been a busy 24 hours in the campus #stopantisemitism space. Let's start with the guide issued yesterday by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. The guide recognizes that last spring, many universities struggled to address #antiIsraeli #encampments and other acts. Supporters of the encampments defended actions under the #guise of #freespeech and many administrators were ill-equipped to counter these claims. ACTA suggests universities should clearly communicate policies and consequences--and enforce them. It also suggests that Boards of Trustees resist calls to divest and other pressure campaigns against universities by unruly students. Hmm, seems like a lot of University presidents, administrators and Boards have one more addition to their summer reading lists. (Let me know if you need hard copy Rice University / Reginald DesRoches /Amy Dittmar ) #stopantisemitism #adoptIHRA

Union activity in higher education has had a banner year. The American Association of University Professors, AAUP, sets out goals. #unions #thelaw #collectivebargaining #highereducation #collegesanduniversities #courts #aaup #laborlaw #employmentlaw https://lnkd.in/gq6hufAz

School leaders and educators, How are you planning on integrating discussions of the election, democracy, and self-governance into your schools this fall? In an increasingly polarized political environment, it can be difficult to engage a learning community in a way that is meaningful, inclusive, and non-partisan. We have a tool for you! The Making of a Politician Quest is our most popular curricular unit. This 11-lesson unit puts learners in the roles of running political campaigns, fostering skills of collaboration, persuasion, governance, and civility along the way. We're running a deep discount of 75% on the unit between now and the election. Check it out and pass the opportunity along to educators who may be interested. https://lnkd.in/eyccCNtj

Sit down with NORC’s James R. (Jim) Neumeister and Chandria Jones for a conversation on equity and education as part of our NORC EquityCorps video series. Jim shares his journey from law to education to research and discusses how equity and justice are integral to his work in higher education research. Jim and Chandria discuss: 🏫 The inseparable link between education and equity 🏫 Ensuring research questions address community needs 🏫 Making data actionable for real-world impact 🏫 Higher education's role in sociopolitical discourse The importance of holistic, realistic approaches to educational research. Watch the full interview to learn how NORC is working to promote equity through education research and data-driven insights.

📢 Learn more about CACC’s new Dean of Students, Dr. Kevin Ammons, in this in-depth article from the Alexander City Outlook. Dr. Ammons brings a wealth of experience in student affairs and higher education and is ready to make an impact at CACC. Read the full article to discover more about his journey and vision for supporting students. 🔗 Read the full article below! #CACC #DeanOfStudents #HigherEd #StudentAffairs 

American University understands that applying to multiple colleges can be costly. To help, we offer fee waivers for families in need. Here’s how to apply without the $75 fee: For the Common Application: 1. Log in to the Common Application website: [https://lnkd.in/dWMyca6j). 2. In Member Questions under General, select "Yes – I qualify for a pre-approved AU waiver." 3. Submit your AU application separately to access this option. For the Coalition Application: 1. Log in to the Coalition Application website: [https://lnkd.in/dSvJkpvf). 2. In Part 1, answer the fee waiver questions. The fee will be waived if you qualify. 3. Use your fee waiver code in Part 2 if you have one. For International Applicants: Fee waivers are available on a case-by-case basis for those applying for the AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship or referred by EducationUSA or similar organizations. All other international applicants must pay the $75 fee. For more details, visit: [https://lnkd.in/dcrbYSPu). For additional details and to apply, visit: [https://lnkd.in/dSNhH49y).

🎓 Today is National Higher Education Day!   Did you know less than 50% of first-time college and university students complete their degree in six years? The top reasons for dropping out are financial difficulties and poor academic preparedness. Observed annually on June 6th, National Higher Education Day aims to change this by educating and inspiring future graduates. The mission is to equip students both scholastically and financially for higher education as well as champion the accessibility of higher education and educate students about scholarship opportunities and college readiness.   📚 Founded in 2015 by Izamar Olaguez and Marcie Hronis to encourage students to pursue post-secondary education, it was also created to raise awareness about the need for more affordable tuition and fees at colleges and universities, particularly in the US. While the day officially started recently, the motivation behind this day goes back 50 years earlier to its very first celebration, which started with the National Higher Education Act of 1965. The act aimed to enhance the opportunities for students by helping through higher education programs and financial assistance, making education more accessible for everyone.   🌍 Let’s advocate for making higher education accessible for everyone!   Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gi8sGVEZ   #NationalHigherEducationDay #HigherEducation #EducationAdvocacy #Education