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SIUE Announces its Inaugural Chancellor's Postdoctoral Fellows Instructors to Enrich SIUE’s Objectives

1 year 2 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has selected its inaugural cohort for the Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program , according to Vice Chancellor for Anti-racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Jessica C. Harris, PhD. In efforts to enhance its mission, vision and values, SIUE launched the Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in 2023, created by Harris and headed up by her office. The Fellows, who are appointed for two years, began their work this fall. “Through the program, we seek to attract scholars who will enhance the breadth, depth and quality of our academic programs, and support the retention and graduation of SIUE’s diverse student population,” said Harris. “Fellows will teach three courses or an equivalent each year, aligned with their field of study. They will also have dedicated time for research and creative activities,” added Harris. “The postdocs will participate in structured

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Missouri Medicaid will cover cost of doula services under new rule

1 year 2 months ago
In an effort to address Missouri’s deplorable maternal mortality rates, the state issued an emergency rule Monday allowing doulas to be reimbursed through Medicaid for the next six months.  Doulas — who offer support for families during pregnancy, delivery and postpartum, but do not deliver babies — have been lifted up as one solution to […]
Anna Spoerre

Four-Dimensional Chess in NYC

1 year 2 months ago
Today on TAP: Will Mayor Eric Adams be forced to resign? Will Andrew Cuomo succeed him? Does a progressive mayoral candidate have a shot?
Robert Kuttner