by ghubbell | Aug 3, 2023 | Thoughts
SInce the U.S. Supreme Court released its bombshell decision barring the practice of Affirmative Action, I have been mulling over Chief Justice John Roberts’ majority opinion, which stated: “Nothing in this opinion should be construed as prohibiting universities from...
by ghubbell | Jul 28, 2023 | Thoughts
As the cost of a college education continues to rise and many are feeling the pain of record inflation, we are seeing more people question the value of a postsecondary degree or certificate – all while student loans remain unforgiven (I have a lot to say on student...
by ghubbell | Jul 20, 2023 | Thoughts
While in college and graduate school, I always wanted to take a course with a faculty member that looked like me, no matter how many times that did not happen. I really wanted a faculty member who understood what it is to be a person of color or a Black male on a...
by ghubbell | Jul 20, 2023 | Thoughts
Adequate support for Black learners requires holistic support. Too often, students walk the campuses of some of the most prestigious universities in the world without having their basic needs met. Students of color are most likely to struggle with meeting these needs....
by ghubbell | Jul 6, 2023 | Thoughts
Navigating college from the admissions process to graduation is a daunting task and can be especially intimidating for first generation students. Oftentimes, first generation students face lack of close support, less familiarity with the college experience and its...
by ghubbell | Jul 6, 2023 | Thoughts
Considering the enrollment decline that higher education is facing, recruiting and retaining adult learners has become a key strategy in increasing college-goers. First, I want to begin saying that all of our students are “non-traditional” students. As...
