Diversity in American Higher Education
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Diversity has been a focus of higher education policy, law, and scholarship for decades, continually expanding to include not only race, ethnicity and gender, but also socioeconomic status, sexual and political orientation, and more. However, existing collections still tend to focus on a narrow definition of diversity in education, or in relation to singular topics like access to higher education, financial aid, and affirmative action. By contrast, Diversity in American Higher Education captures
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This comprehensive examination of diversity in U.S. colleges and universities moves beyond traditional discussions of race and gender to explore the complex intersections of socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, and other identity markers that shape the modern campus experience. The book provides a thorough analysis of how diversity initiatives have evolved in higher education policy and practice, offering readers a nuanced understanding of institutional approaches to creating inclusive learning environments.
What sets this work apart is its holistic approach to educational diversity, addressing not just admissions and affirmative action but also campus climate, curriculum development, and student support systems. Students studying education policy, administrators developing campus diversity plans, and anyone interested in the future of equitable education will find this an essential resource that challenges conventional thinking about what truly inclusive higher education requires.
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