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Promoting Belonging And Equity Through Course Content., Primrose Igonor Oct 2021

Promoting Belonging And Equity Through Course Content., Primrose Igonor

Together We RISE (Making Excellence Inclusive)

As our education systems become increasingly diverse, it is crucial for “diverse” students to see themselves reflected in the course materials they consume as this may lead to higher persistence, retention and overall student success. It is also vital for “non-diverse” students to gain a better understanding of the experiences of others particularly as they navigate a world which is much more diverse and global minded than ever before.


Recognizing Native Americans And Promoting Inclusivity Of Indigenous Peoples, Jasmine Violet Hassan Feb 2021

Recognizing Native Americans And Promoting Inclusivity Of Indigenous Peoples, Jasmine Violet Hassan

Diversity Conference

In this presentation, there will be exploration of where we stand in terms of Native American sacred grounds in Nacogdoches, debunking the "Chief Caddo" head, and misconceptions about Native Americans. Furthermore, attendees will learn about modern day slurs towards Native Americans and how to promote inclusivity of these communities.


Factors Affecting Student Success At A Native American Indian University, Philbert John Apr 2020

Factors Affecting Student Success At A Native American Indian University, Philbert John

Scholar Week 2016 - present

This study investigated the factors affecting American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) student success at a Native American Indian University (NAIU) in the Midwest. Thirty-nine students who graduated from Tribal College University (TCU) contributed to this study as they represented the student population at NAIU. This exploratory study was guided by three research questions that analyzed the collected data through the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software tool. The two tools utilized in this study were the Pearson Correlation and the Independent Samples t-tests. The designed study was created to determine the pursuit, preparation, and persistence AI/AN students had that lead …