::THE SLICE REPORT WITH MONA AUSTIN

buzzz worthy. . . By Mona Austin The promotion of Deesha Dyer, who holds an Associates Degree  in Women’s Studies from the Community College of Philadelphia underscores the White House's message that attaining some level of higher education can pay off big dividends. Where Washingtonian politics, cronism and name brand degrees are king, the Obamas have rewarded a low key former intern with a track record  passion and reliability on the job. The White House today announced Thursday Dyer has been promoted to Special Assistant to the President and Social Secretary.    The White House indicated "Deesha was selected from among an abundance of well-qualified candidates for her passion and dedication to opening the doors of the White House, most notably engaging students from communities across the country."  Prior to this role, Dyer worked as Deputy Director and Hotel Program Director in the White House Office of Scheduling and Advance, the same o...