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B -- THE OUTCOMES OF DIVERSITY IN HIGHER EDUCATION SOL RFP-97-032 DUE 070397 POC Yolanda L. Abney, 202-708-6498, Michelle Ringo, Contract Specialist, 202-708-8283 The RFP invites proposals for the Outcomes of Diversity in Higher Education. The purpose of this procurement is to develop a stronger base of evidence on the comparative effectiveness of approaches to diversity issues confronted by institutions of higher education, state systems, and disciplinary organizations. The procurement is based on the need for a critical examination and evaluation of the effects of increased proportions of racial/ethnic minority perspective and experience in critical areas of the curriculum that prepare all students for participating in a workforce that is both increasingly multi-cultural and serving diverse racial/ethnic groups. Requests for copies of RFP 97-032 may be made by telephone (202)-708-6498, mail telegram or in person. All requests should be in reference to RFP 97-032, The Outcomes of Diversity in Higher Education. Requests by mail should be sent to the address above. It is anticipated that requested copies will be mailed out on June 3, 1997. Copies may also be picked up in person on that date at the same address. The closing date is anticipated to be July 3, 1997. (0135)

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