Higher Education
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What Will Obama’s Legacy be when it Comes to Diversity on College Campuses?
With less than two years left in office, President Barack Obama still has a lofty agenda when it comes to education in America. From ... -
Reflections of a black female scholar: I know what it feels like to be invisible
**The Edvocate is pleased to publish guest posts as way to fuel important conversations surrounding P-20 education in America. The opinions contained within guest ... -
Higher education in Louisiana may be safe after all
Over the past couple of months, many reports have stated that higher education in Louisiana was in serious trouble. With Governor Bobby Jindal suggesting ... -
Diverse Conversations: The Difference Between Diversity and Equity
The nature of higher education is changing and the student population is changing at colleges and universities across the country. With luck, the promotion ... -
Diverse Conversations: Is Higher Education Worth It?
Recognizing the trends of higher education is important for those of us who are involved in it on a professional level. But what are ... -
Why the U.S. College Landscape Still Needs HBCUs
It’s no secret that Black, and other non-white, students in the U.S. have always faced an uphill struggle when it comes to education. Even ... -
HBCU Closures: A Reversible Trend?
Though their original purpose has evolved, the role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities is still a vital one in America’s education system. As ... -
Are Historically Black Colleges and Universities Worth Saving?
If you haven’t been paying much attention to the debate concerning the relevance and effectiveness of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), now is ... -
Standardized Testing for Colleges: A Necessary Evil?
Standardized testing in K-12 education is a perennial hot button issue. Proponents feel that measuring knowledge in these rigid ways helps lift the entire ... -
Diverse Conversations: Preparing Students for the Labor Force
College is supposed to prepare students for their future careers, but half of America’s employers believe that today’s graduates are unprepared for the labor ...
