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Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Restore Subsidized Graduate Student Loans

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Many essential professionsincluding mental health clinicians, school administrators, nurse practitioners, and physical therapistsrequire graduate degrees but do not guarantee high earning potential upon graduation. Interest rates on graduate loans have reached their highest levels since 2006, adding to the financial burden.

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Reimagining Black Male Success in Education: Moving from Marginalization to Empowerment

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

These experiences often lead to feelings of isolation and directly impact their confidence, mental health, and academic success. Research has shown that having Black teachers in classrooms significantly contributes to the holistic success of Black students (Milner IV, 2006).

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The Impact of Affirmative Action on the Mental Health of College Students of Color

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Between 2006 and 2021, Black student enrollment dropped from 7% to 4% and Indigenous student enrollment dropped from 1% to 0.1%. Primm We believe that the discontinuation of affirmative action will increase isolation and decrease a sense of belonging among students of color, both of which pose risks to mental health.

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Fostering Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I think public institutions have a mission to make sure that those in society have access to higher education,” says Alexander, who arrived at UCLA in 2006. It also took a toll on mental health, and institutions must treat that with sensitivity. Coming from such a background drives him. “I

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After Settlement with Howard University, Students Call for Sweeping Changes

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Howard said that, in the years since Ross’s incident, it has made changes to its mental health and withdrawal policies. The University understands the importance of investing in and providing resources to support the emotional and mental well-being of our students and is vigilant about responding to students’ needs in this area.

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Taylor Swift songs as elements of well-being

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

Social: “ I’m Only Me When I’m With You ” “And I don’t try to hide my tears My secrets or my deepest fears Through it all, nobody gets me like you do” For social well-being ,we’re taking it way back to country Taylor with the song “I’m Only Me When I’m With You” from her 2006 debut album. Cooley Center Ralph S.