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Leading with Purpose: AABHE’s President Charts Path for Black Excellence

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As a teenager growing up in St. Louis, Dr. Shewanee Howard-Baptiste was certain shed become a doctor, but her college years told a different story. Dr. Shewanee Howard-Baptiste After a tough love encounter with science and biology courses, she realized the medical field wasnt her calling. Her pivot from medical school aspirations to a career in health education is now a lesson she shares with young people: life is a journey, not a checklist.

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Financial Aid Awareness Month: 5 Tips for Student Outreach in 2025

College Aid Services

Happy Financial Aid Awareness Month! Every February we recognize the crucial role that financial aid offices play in higher education and reaffirm our commitment to improving college accessibility. This year is particularly significant, given all of the challenges that we’ve faced in the past yearfrom ISIR processing delays to regulatory changes, technical glitches, and concerns… More Financial Aid Awareness Month: 5 Tips for Student Outreach in 2025 The post Financial Aid Awareness

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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In the heart of Baltimore, a remarkable transformation is taking place at Coppin State University under the visionary leadership of President Dr. Anthony Jenkins. Since taking the helm in 2020, Jenkins has orchestrated a data-driven renaissance that has revolutionized student success rates and institutional effectiveness. The numbers tell a compelling story of transformation for the historically Black college and university (HBCU).

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Creating a Culture of Accountability

Steve Keating

Heres my take on accountability in two parts. Part one says every single person on the planet performs better when they have someone in their life who can hold them accountable. Part two says that almost no one on the planet actually enjoys having accountability in their lives. I think thats called a dichotomy. Accountability is what we dont want; its also what we most need if we want massive success in our lives.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Homeschooling: The Lifeline We Didn’t Know We Needed

Ed.gov Homeroom

By: Stephanie D. Birch I remember how shocked I was when my three-year-old began reading. I quickly realized the educational pathway we planned would not meet her needs. I saw in her eyes that she had unlocked the magic of reading, and I knew the prescribed educational path would stifle her, leaving her mind yearning Continue Reading The post Homeschooling: The Lifeline We Didnt Know We Needed appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Celebrating the Incredible Emerging Scholars of 2025

Active Minds

Authored by Alicia Elms. The Emerging Scholar Fellowship , generously supported by the Scattergood Foundation for Behavioral Health and Macys , is a unique opportunity for students who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or Persons of Color (BIPOC) to work on their own groundbreaking mental health-related independent research. Active Minds is proud to facilitate change by supporting our fellows through funding, mentorship, and amplification.

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Compton College Addresses Student Homelessness and Basic Needs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

During the 2016-2017 school year, the Brothers to Sisters Club at Compton College reserved a portion of their meetings for Real Talk. This allowed students to share their current feelings and experiences. During one of these meetings, two students spoke up and shared that they were homeless. This moment inspired Joshua Jackson and Dayshawn Louden, then student leaders at Compton College, to begin campaigning and advocating for student housing and increased basic needs on campus.

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2025-26 Federal School Code List Released: How to Access and Update (February 2025 Update)

College Aid Services

The 2025-26 Federal School Code (FSC) List of Participating Schools is now available as an online document and an integrated search function for applicants navigating the fafsa.gov website. Institutions who wish to update their FSC information must complete the Electronic Application for Approval to Participate in the Federal Student Financial Aid Programs (E-App) and follow… More 2025-26 Federal School Code List Released: How to Access and Update (February 2025 Update) The post 2025-26 F

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National School Counseling Week and 3 Questions

Counselors' Corner

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. National School Counseling Week is next week. I keep hoping this is the year when, like Labor Day, counselors dont have to be the ones to remind the world about this incredible opportunity to thank their hopelessly overworked selves for everything they do, especially the things they do that no one notices they do. But it doesnt look like this is that year, so let me instead not only remind you of this opportunity to remind others, but suggest how you celebrate it.

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How to Handle Conflict Effectively

Steve Keating

So there are indeed some people who seem to enjoy conflict. Sometimes they are contrarians, always taking the other side, if for no other reason than to get under your skin. I dont really concern myself with dealing with that type of conflict; I just let those people argue with themselves. And believe me, if they dont have someone else to argue with, they really will argue with themselves.

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Is a journal a “market”?

Patter by Pat Thomson

I am currently working on a second edition of one of my co-authored writing books, Writing for peer reviewed journals. Strategies for getting published. The book was published in 2013 and written in 2012. A lot has changed in the publishing world since then. My co-author Barbara and I now have to decide how to address: large language platforms like Chat GBT, Open Access policies and possibilities, the increasing expectations of early career researchers, the growth of PhDs by publication and the

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From Small-Town Roots to National Honor: SC Native Receives State's Highest Award

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

From the small town of Lyman, South Carolina, Dr. James L. Moores journey to success is one he attributes to the steadfast support of his mother and the historical Dr. James L. Moore III trailblazers whose influence shaped his path to distinction. On Saturday, Jan. 25, Moorea Distinguished Professor of Urban Education at The Ohio State University (OSU) and executive director of the Todd Anthony Bell National Resource Centerwas awarded the Order of the Palmetto South Carolinas highest civilian ho

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Team Spotlight: Cathy Demchak

College Aid Services

Our January Team Spotlight features Cathy Demchak, who joined College Aid Services in 2024. Most recently, Cathy served as a Financial Aid Audit Supervisor at McClintock and Associates, where she managed all aspects of the auditing process. Prior to that, she held pivotal roles at Carnegie Mellon University and Heinz College. Throughout her career, Cathy… More Team Spotlight: Cathy Demchak The post Team Spotlight: Cathy Demchak first appeared on College Aid Services.

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The Master Schedule and Career/College Curriculum

Counselors' Corner

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. I dont see why some counselors have been put in charge of building the master schedule. Its not like we had a course on this in graduate school. Still, its one of those things many of us have to deal with-- so, as we tell our students, its time to make lemonade on lemons. Heres how you can advance your career and college counseling curriculum as you keep your boss happy by doing their job for them: Design (then require) a career discovery class Old school answers to ca

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When to Terminate an Employee

Steve Keating

There was a well-known CEO of a major US company who had many accomplishments in business. He was sought after for his leadership advice and even wrote a few books on the subject of leadership. I agreed with much of what he said, but not everything. He was a tough son of a gun who demanded the best from his people. On Christmas Eve, he called the President of one of his divisions.

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authorship for contract researchers

Patter by Pat Thomson

I recently came across a researcher who was giving up. No more academia. There were other, better things to do. She had been working as a contract researcher for a long time. It is not uncommon for contract researchers to spend a long time going from contract to contract. However, the researcher who was giving up had not had to search out work as she had been continuously employed by the same few people.

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They Don’t Really Care About Us? Ensuring a Better Connection Between Research, Policy, and Practice to Ensure Success for Black Men in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

By Drs. Robert T. Palmer, Larry J. Walker, Tryan L. McMickens, Morris Thomas, and Calvin Hadley There is deep concern about the status of Black men in higher education. A recent report about the enrollment of Black men in postsecondary education indicates that Black men comprise 4.6% or a little over 850,000 of the 18.6 million students enrolled in colleges and universities.

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How Public-Private Partnerships Are Shaping the Future of Nursing Education

Knack

The critical need for highly skilled nurses has reached new heights, placing unprecedented demands on nursing schools and colleges across the country. In response, innovative collaborations between public and private entities are emerging as a key strategy to support nursing education and ensure that institutions can meet this growing need. Public-private partnerships (P3s) offer a scalable solution , combining the resources and expertise of private organizations with the mission-driven focus of

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How a Tutor Can Help a Student With Dyslexia: Empowering Success Through Specialized Support

Good Tutors Finder

How a Tutor Can Help a Student With Dyslexia: Empowering Success Through Specialized Support Dyslexia affects millions of students worldwide, influencing how they process language and making tasks such as reading, spelling, and writing more challenging. For students coping with dyslexia , school assignments and everyday learning activities can become sources of frustration and anxiety.

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How to Advocate for More Aid: A Student’s Guide to Appealing Financial Aid Offers

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

For students heading to college, there is an immense pressure that comes with managing academic responsibilities and trying to determine how to pay for school. For many, financial aid is crucial to making higher education accessible. But sometimes, the aid you initially receive may not fully meet your needs, or unexpected circumstances might affect your ability to pay.

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CUNY’s Black Male Initiative Marks 20 Years of Success Amid National DEI Pushbacks

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As the country witnesses the shuttering of multiple diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) offices and as businesses retract their plans to intentionally diversify their employees and leaders, one college-based program in New York City, originally designed to support the education of young Black men, is celebrating its 20th anniversary with no signs of slowing.

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2025–26 FAFSA Specifications Guide (February 2025 Update)

College Aid Services

Federal Student Aid has released volumes of the 2025-26 FAFSA Specifications Guide. The volumes contained in this guide contain FAFSA Processing System (FPS) technical information for the 2025-26 award year and are only available as PDF documents at this time. Update on Feb. 6, 2025: We updated Volume 5 Edits and Rejects. The changes… More 202526 FAFSA Specifications Guide (February 2025 Update) The post 202526 FAFSA Specifications Guide (February 2025 Update) first appeared on College A

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Fedcap’s Single Stop Benefits Screening and Case Management Platform Attains TX-RAMP Certification

Single Stop

Fedcaps Single Stop Benefits Screening and Case Management Platform Attains TX-RAMP Certification Certification Underscores Commitment to Data Security Protocols and Standards NEW YORK, Feb.11 , 2025 The Fedcap Group is proud to announce that Single Stop, the leading technology platform dedicated to connecting individuals and families with eligible benefits, case management, and wrap-around support, has successfully achieved a Level 2 certification under the Texas Risk and Authorization Managem

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Frozen Fruit Cups

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Serving Size: 1/2 cup | Serves: 6 Ingredients: 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced 2 teaspoons sugar 1 medium to large banana, sliced 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced Directions: Mix strawberries with sugar in a bowl and let sit 2030 minutes while strawberries make juice. Add banana and kiwis. Scoop 1/2 cup of mixture in each of 6 muffin cups lined with paper.

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What to Do When Your College Financial Aid Falls Short of Expectations

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Its no secret that college is expensive. Higher education becomes even more expensive when students receive their financial aid offers – and theyre smaller than everyone hoped. While opening those offers and realizing theres a gap between what you can afford and what youre given is frightening, it isnt the end of your college journey. Heres 6 things you can do when your college financial aid falls short of expectations: 1.

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What Dr. Ibram Kendi’s Appointment to Howard Means for HBCUs—and Black Scholarship

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Supporters of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) welcomed Howard University's announcement late last week of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi's appointment Dr. Crystal A. deGregory as a history professor and director of the Howard Institute for Advanced Study. Kendi, a historian and antiracist activist, has made waves since publishing Stamped from the Beginning , which won the 2016 National Book Award for Nonfiction.

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Accessing the NSLDS FAT001 Report: Features, Request Instructions, and Key Updates

College Aid Services

The National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) has released the FAT001 Financial Aid History report, which contains important student information such as grant & loan eligibility, defaults, overpayments, and loan history. The latest edition of the NSLDS Transfer Student Monitoring & Financial Aid History User Guide and Record Layouts is also available on the Federal… More Accessing the NSLDS FAT001 Report: Features, Request Instructions, and Key Updates The post Accessing the NSLDS

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Partner Appreciation Week 2025: Elevating Student Success in Colleges of Business

Knack

Business education is all about preparing students for collaboration, problem-solving, and real-world applicationand peer learning is a natural extension of that mission. Knacks partnerships with colleges and schools of business have created dynamic opportunities for students to strengthen their understanding of core concepts, develop leadership skills, and build networks that extend beyond the classroom.

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Transforming Financial Aid: The TaxStatus and VenturEd Partnership

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Independent and private K12 schools are constantly striving to balance accessibility with financial sustainability. While schools have made significant progress in increasing financial aid and net tuition revenue, the challenge of rising costs outpacing family income growth persists. In this environment, efficient and transparent financial aid processes are no longer optional they are essential.

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How the TimelyCare Campus Emotional Emergency Program (CEEP) Supports Campus Communities

Timely MD

When significant events impact a college campus, responding quickly and effectively can make all the difference in helping the community recover. Developed to support institutions in responding to distressing events, the TimelyCare Campus Emotional Emergency Program (CEEP) has been activated across various institutions in response to a range of emotional emergencies and scenarios.

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New Clearinghouse Data Shows Freshman Enrollment Has, in Fact, Increased

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

After acknowledging that data issued last fall showing a decline in freshman enrollment was impacted a by methodological error, this week the National Student Dr. Richard Finger Clearinghouse Research Center (NSCRC) released revised and more complete data, which shows that last fall freshman enrollment actually grew by 5.5% (130,000), particularly at community colleges, which added 63,000 (7.1%) freshmen.

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Preliminary Campus-Based Program Funding Now Available for 2025-26 Academic Year

College Aid Services

Federal Student Aid announced the preliminary funding levels for the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) and Federal Work-Study (FWS) programs for the 2025-26 academic year, based on the 2024-25 award year appropriations. Institutions must log into the COD website to verify their funding levels and can request waivers for 2025-26 award year penalties until… More Preliminary Campus-Based Program Funding Now Available for 2025-26 Academic Year The post Preliminary Cam

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The Myth of the 9-to-5 Student: Meeting the Evolving Needs of Students with Missouri S&T

Knack

The idea of the "9-to-5 student" doesnt fit the reality of college life anymore. Students face packed schedules filled with classes, jobs, extracurriculars, and family responsibilities. To keep up, campuses are rethinking how they support students, and peer tutoring has become a game-changer. Its a flexible, personalized way to help students succeed while also building connections and belonging.

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On not writing bad writing advice

Patter by Pat Thomson

Patter is in the advice business. When I started this blog thirteen years ago I wanted to provide advice and resources about academic writing and doctoral research. Along the way I sometimes meandered into more general academic issues and occasionally things that were more about me. Sometimes I shared what I was writing. As in the last post where I posted about a metaphor for writing for publication.

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Upswing and Single Stop Announce Partnership to Empower Marginalized Students

Single Stop

Upswing and Single Stop Announce Partnership to Empower Marginalized Students NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2025 Upswing , the premier technology company empowering students, staff, and administrators with modern student services that drive degree attainment, and Single Stop , the leading technology platform dedicated to connecting individuals and families with eligible public benefits, case management, and wrap-around support, today announced a joint partnership aimed at expanding access to essential res

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Working to Keep Minoritized Students Safe - Dr. Kaleb Briscoe

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Title: Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, Jeannine Rainbolt College of Education, University of Oklahoma Age: 38 Education: B.S., Business Marketing, Albany State University; MBA., Albany State University; M.S., Student Affairs and Higher Education, Indiana State University; Ph.D., Educational Leadership and Higher Education, University of NebraskaLincoln Career mentors: Dr.

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