What Happens Before College Matters [insidehighered.com]

Rafael Maravilla(PACEs Connection Staff) 10/27/2010:57 AM

By Madeline St. Amour, Inside Higher Ed, October 20, 2020

Higher education is not the root of all equity gaps. But it can be a vehicle to lessen those gaps.

Historically, it has not been. Equity gaps between students based on their race, ethnicity and income persist and thrive at most institutions.

For Black students, simply accessing higher education remains difficult, particularly at four-year colleges. At some institutions, including public flagship and research universities, access has worsened for Black students in recent years.

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Lisa NewmanMember

Equity gaps exist due to systemic discriminatory policies and societal biases. Higher education institutions may have a more significant role by supporting underrepresented students through community service programs. In a research paper at https://eduzaurus.com/free-ess...ervice-for-students/ the author writes that it may allow students to engage with and give back to their local communities, particularly those that are underserved. By participating in community service, students can gain a deeper understanding of social issues and develop empathy and compassion for those facing challenges. Let's hope that government organizations will work in this direction and our society will support them

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