William L. Roper, MD. MPH - Interim President, UNC System
Clip: 9/28/2019 | 1m
UNC's President Roper notes efforts to remedy a record of inequitable support for HMSIs.
Noting the important role Historically Minority Serving Institutions have played in the success of North Carolina while also recognizing the UNC System's long time record of inequitable support, System President Bill Roper draws attention to remedies and programs to help bolster HMSIs and level the playing field.
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William L. Roper, MD. MPH - Interim President, UNC System
Clip: 9/28/2019 | 1m
Noting the important role Historically Minority Serving Institutions have played in the success of North Carolina while also recognizing the UNC System's long time record of inequitable support, System President Bill Roper draws attention to remedies and programs to help bolster HMSIs and level the playing field.
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