David PluvoiseLeadership & PolicyNew Chancellor Seeks to Heal Tensions at Embattled Dallas CollegeWhen Dr. Jesus “Jess” Carreon, the first Hispanic to head the 84,000-student Dallas County Community College District, abruptly resigned last month, the board of trustees quickly turned to Dr. Wright Lassiter, who had been president of the district’s El Centro College since 1986. Wright, who became the district’s first Black chancellor, spoke with Diverse about the healing touch he plans to bring to the embattled community college system.June 6, 2006Leadership & PolicyBill Cosby “Calls Out” Community Colleges at D.C. EventAs part of a nationwide tour, entertainer and activist Dr. Bill Cosby recently hosted two forums at the University of the District of Columbia in an effort to spur community action to break the cycle of violence, poverty and hopelessness plaguing many urban minorities.May 29, 2006Previous PagePage 2 of 2