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Thu, 04/01/2021 LAWRENCE — IHAWKe, the umbrella organization for diversity and women’s programs at the University of Kansas School of Engineering, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2021 with virtual and in-person events, as well as a scholarship fundraising campaign, scheduled throughout the year. “We want to celebrate the fact that we've been doing this since 1971,” said Andrew Williams, KU Engineering associate dean for diversity, equity and inclusion. “And it’s been an award-winning program ever since.” A virtual celebration is planned for April 29. There is also an in-p...

EOI's 2019 Summer Bridge Program students. For some middle and high school students, attending a college or university might seem out of reach. The Office of Educational Opportunity Initiatives (EOI) at the University of Michigan-Flint is here to change that. The office aims to help middle and high school students, particularly from underrepresented populations, succeed in higher education by offering academic support, leadership development, and community engagement. "One of the hallmarks of a great public university is the extent to which it is accessible and responsive to the educational n...