Increasing Diversity in Universities Post-Affirmative Action
In a recent opinion piece in the South Florida Sun Sentinel, founding director of the University of Texas’ Intellectual Entrepreneurship Consortium Richard Cherwitz makes the argument that institutional programs that address the underlying causes of a widespread lack of diversity in graduate study can help fill the diversity initiative gap left by the Supreme Court’s ban on affirmative…
Building an Inclusive & Diverse Teacher Force: Essential Strategies
Creating a more inclusive and diverse teacher workforce is a primary objective for educational leaders and advocates nationwide. School districts have the potential to play a pivotal role in driving these changes and making a real difference. A diverse teacher workforce, one that includes teachers of color, has numerous benefits for all students, particularly students…