Maya Angelou 1928 – 2014

In this issue,  Diverse profiles the recent passing of Maya Angelou, reflecting on her life and work. We also look at the recent hiring of Cornell  Brooks as the new president of the NAACP.

The issue also covers several recent events in higher education, including the tumultuous process and selection of a new president of the Community College of Philadelphia and the recent departure of 15 Cuban students who were studying at Miami-Dade College, a trend that is likely to grow.