Tag: Academia
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Dr. Nathan Hare, Pioneer of Black Studies, Remembered Fondly
SAN FRANCISCO – Dr. Nathan Hare, revered as the pioneer of Black Studies in the United States, passed away at the age of 91 on Monday. His legacy, rooted in activism and academia, resonates profoundly across generations and educational institutions. Legacy of Empowerment and Advocacy Dr. Hare, a prominent figure during the civil rights movement…
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Two Texas Universities Make Forbes’ New Ivies List
Forbes’ recent publication of its list of New Ivies has drawn attention to the evolving landscape of prestigious higher education institutions in the United States. The list, which aims to identify top-tier universities beyond the traditional Ivy League, highlights two notable Texas institutions: the University of Texas at Austin and Rice University in Houston. The…
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MIT Removes Diversity Statement Requirement for Faculty Hiring Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has announced its decision to no longer mandate diversity statements for candidates applying for faculty positions, a move that has sparked both praise and criticism. What Were Diversity Statements? Diversity statements, typically a page long, required candidates to articulate how they would…
