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In the chaotic world of credentialing, little is--or was--known about its history. That is until Lumina's Christopher M. Mullin spent months researching where we've been so we could prepare for the future. What he learned surprised him, but perhaps it shouldn't have. Learn more about his findings in The EvoLLLution: A Modern Campus Illumination:

Notable Black Innovators: Alan Emtage Alan Emtage is a Caribbean-Canadian Computer Scientist and internet pioneer. He was born in Barbados in 1964. Emtage was fascinated with technology from a young age, inspired by a Sinclair ZX81 computer. He followed his dream and moved to Canada to study at McGill University, Montreal. There he earned his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Computer Science. He completed his Master's degree in 1990. While at McGill University, Emtage sometimes worked as a systems administrator. During that time, he faced the challenge of navigating the fast-growing internet's vast, uncharted digital landscape. In 1989, Emtage created Archie to solve that problem. Archie was a tool that would change how everyone found information online. Archie is an acronym for "archive" without the 'v'. It was designed to index FTP archives, offering a simple but revolutionary search capability for files across the internet. Emtage’s invention was the precursor to modern search engines, simplifying the daunting task of locating specific data during the early days of the internet's chaotic growth. Following Archie's success, Emtage, alongside Peter Deutsch, founded Bunyip Information Systems in 1992. Bunyip commercialized Archie, extending its reach and functionality, and marked Emtage's entry into the entrepreneurial world of internet services. His career continued to influence internet development, notably through his roles in the Internet Society and the IETF, where he co-chaired the group that standardized URLs, further shaping the internet's infrastructure. Emtage's contributions did not go unnoticed. In 2017, he was inducted into the Internet Hall of Fame, a testament to his impact on digital navigation. His academic alma mater, McGill University, and the University of the West Indies, honored him with honorary degrees in 2022 and 2019 respectively, recognizing his role in transforming how we interact with information. #BlackScientist #InnovativeMind #ScienceTrailblazer #DiverseInnovation #STEMLeader #InnovativeScientist #DiversityInScience #TrailblazingScientist #ScientificInnovation #BlackExcellence #ScientificInnovation #STEMTrailblazer #Innovation #Computing #History #Pioneers #blackhistorymatters #inventions #inventor #innovation #engineering #Technology #STEM #Inspiration #techinnovation #InnovativeMind #PioneeringResearch #EmpoweredScientist #BreakingBarriers #FutureLeader #InspiringChange #InnovativeResearcher #BlackInnovation #SciencePioneer #techinnovation #africanamerican #africa #blackinventor #inventor

Major work unfolding here with the reimagining of Carnegie Classifications. This is a crucial arena for defining who we are in higher education and what we do. #HigherEdBuildsAmerica

An update from SCETL: I’ve served since January 1 as Interim Director of the School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership at Arizona State University.?Paul Carrese stepped down as Founding Director in late December after turning a concept for teaching American civics and a state budget appropriation into a thriving academic enterprise.?Richard Avramenko joined us on July 1 as Director from the University of Wisconsin where he built a distinguished record in Political Science and Integrated Liberal Studies.?Please join me in welcoming Rick. Over the past six months, we’ve done a lot besides managing the leadership transition.?Those accomplishments include: ·??????A solid program of public events including the Civic Discourse Project with its lectures and annual conference—all now posted online in SCETL’s video archive recorded by Arizona PBS—plus seminars and a talk by former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott on Indo-Pacific Security. ·??????Updated course numbers and descriptions per ASU requirements for cleaned up curriculum that consolidates a strong undergraduate program in civics with a growing number of majors.?Once of our courses—Great Debates in American Politics (CEL 200)—is approved for students to fill the Arizona Board of Regents university-wide requirement in American Institutions. ·??????Secured major foundation grants to support SCETL’s work, including the upcoming 2025 Civic Discourse Project conference on the making of American Political Order. ·??????Crafted a development plan for outreach to local donors and influencers to raise both funds and SCETL’s profile here in Arizona. Despite our national prominence as a model for civic education at public universities, we're a hidden treasure in the valley for many Arizonans. I’d like to thank our faculty and staff for making these accomplishments and more possible.? It’s been a pleasure working together on these efforts. Teamwork makes it all happen. Now, I’m back to my former role as Professor and Associate Director for Public Programs.?We have a strong slate of events scheduled for 2024-25. I’m also looking forward to working with Rick and colleagues on building SCETL further.?…And there’s a book manuscript on the British side of the American Revolution to finish revising with two chapters and a conclusion to adapt into final form.?Watch this space for more!

Message from CaCCCHE President (March 14, 2024) To our trusted and loved CaCCCHE family, In the month of March we celebrate the amazing testimonies and perseverance of women, and I bring you greetings, love, and concern. As DEIB practitioners, you are largely charged with providing brave and safe spaces in your universities. Whether you are the lone cultural/identity center on your campus, or one of several in your cluster, you are superheroes and how you operationalize Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, AND Belonging are your superpowers! We revel in uplifting, empowering and helping our students to be their best, authentic selves. As we look across the state, I continue to be full of pride as many of our colleagues celebrate milestones of their centers' opening, sustaining these spaces for 50+ years. Our Cultural/Identity spaces create opportunities for our students to succeed. And when they succeed, their neighborhoods, communities, and ancestors succeed. Through seminal research from countless practitioners and academics, and day-to-day experiences, we know our students acclimate better to their college experiences, gain community, and develop greater cultural awareness when they engage with our spaces. Our centers are literally and colloquially known as a “home away from home”, as our students express in most instances, these spaces are the only places where they feel free to be their authentic selves. Here’s a recent?article?as an example of our work and the impact on our students. Shout-out to the centers and staff highlighted! While our work has always been in opposition to systems of oppression, the current timeline feels bleak and aggressive. This anti-DEI backlash is a response to all of the phenomenal work done by?leaders seeking liberation, justice, and equity, and these aggressive forces are feeling the strain and the sense that they are losing everything, especially the ways of being when “things were great”. There are several states that have introduced legislation restricting or banning efforts towards diversity, equity, and inclusion– specifically targeting DEIB funding, practices, and promotions. As early as January, several states have signed these bills into law, including Florida, the Dakotas, Tennessee, Texas, Utah. And while there are not any bills in CA, yet, many of our centers are being surveilled, criticized, and in the case of a few spaces (temporarily?) closed their doors. We must recognize the DEIB attacks do not impact one state or one center, it impacts all of us who are committed to uplifting and empowering the voices of the hyper-minoritized. (characters exceeded- remaining message continued in the picture and comment section!)

?? Supporting Inclusive Excellence at American University! ??? At American University, we believe that every student deserves equal opportunities for success. That’s why we’re excited to share the Emergency Technology Fund, a groundbreaking program that gives a laptop and 4 years of tech support to the Eagles who need it most so they can thrive academically. With our $25,000 Match Challenge, every dollar you give today will be doubled, giving more laptops to more Eagles. ???? ?? Why the Emergency Tech Fund Matters:? Laptops are essential: Our students rely on laptops for research, assignments, and collaboration. With the Emergency Tech Fund, we’re bridging the digital divide by providing free laptops to those who need them most. Breaking down barriers: For some, the cost of technology can be a barrier to achieving their goals while at American University. Your donation to the Emergency Tech Fund ensures that financial constraints don’t hinder academic progress. ? ?? Our Impact So Far: In the 2022-2023 pilot year, we distributed 120 laptops, complete with tech support, to deserving students. Their success stories inspire us to do more! As one recipient said, “Coming into college, one of the main fears I had was going into a space in which as a first-generation Latino college student I had no place. The [Emergency Tech Fund] completely changed that for me. It has not only provided me with an incredibly vital tool to access resources that I may not have had otherwise but has also created a supportive and welcoming community.”? ? ?? How You Can Help: By contributing to the Emergency Tech Fund, you’re directly supporting equity and excellence. Your generosity ensures that more students have access to the tools they need to succeed. Let’s make education accessible for all! ???? ?? Double Your Impact! Thanks to our Library Council, there’s an exciting $25,000 match challenge. Every dollar you donate will be doubled, making your contribution go even further, with more laptops for more Eagles. Join us in creating a brighter future for our students! ????? ? #AUGivingDay #AUChangeCantWait #EmpowerStudents #InclusiveEducation? https://lnkd.in/ee9CJWET

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Go Naya you are brilliant! what an important tool for everyone but especially for those who may not have access to equitable medical care and also what an important program - hopefully we will continue to see more programs like this! #stemnola #brilliantyouth #earlystrokedetection #healthequity "Her participation in STEM NOLA, a program aimed at providing K-12 students, particularly those from low-income backgrounds and students of color, with hands-on STEM education and opportunities, catalyzed her invention. Initially intrigued by the idea of detecting seizures, Naya shifted her focus to stroke detection, influenced by her grandmother's experience with stroke. The watch, named WingItt, identifies potential strokes by monitoring nerve impulses and heartbeats, targeting adults over 55, a demographic more prone to strokes. Naya aims to make her lifesaving device affordable, distinguishing it from costly health-monitoring technology."

Transformative times in education and work: Are we adapting to the ever-increasing impact of technology and ways we educate current and future employees? And with more students questioning the expense and relative value of a college education, in what ways will our scolls respond and evolve? Excited for a remarkable discussion at our April Summit featuring Dr. Jason Wingard, Lindsay Whorton,J.R. De Shazo, and Ron Sullivan. Thought-provoking op-ed from Jason Wingard on the subject: Higher Ed Must Change or Die. https://lnkd.in/eY7Sd4Ey

In 2023, #CSforALLAccelerator awarded over $97,000 across 10 cities, helping fund and accelerate CS education in these communities via tech events, teacher PD, technology resources, and more. Learn more and view the full 2023 report here: https://lnkd.in/eQy_-erR. #CSforALL