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University of Phoenix Tribal Operations Team Offers Targeted Support for Indigenous and Tribal Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In an effort to provide an inclusive and dedicated college experience for diverse populations, The University of Phoenix is actively working to address the unique educational needs of tribal students through its Tribal Operations Team.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The needs of freshmen are also carefully considered, with INSPIRE (Incoming Student Program for Inclusion, Retention and Excellence) as well as student support programs like EOP (Educational Opportunity Program) and EXCEL, which create strong networks of support. By example, initially funded in 2007 by a grant from the U.S.

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Smart Aid, Real Impact: Peddie’s Success with SSS

School & Student Services by Community Brands

million in financial assistance in 2025 alone. For families who qualify, thats an average of $50,000 per studenta powerful testament to Peddies mission of inclusivity and opportunity. But making financial aid more equitable, efficient, and trustworthy doesnt happen by chance. Ready to Rethink Financial Aid at Your School?

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2023 Seal of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Financial aid, retention, and faculty/staff representation are part of the Seal,” says Dr. Deborah Santiago, co-founder and CEO of Excelencia in Education, who says she is delighted to see institutions with intentional practices actively working toward increasing Latino representation in key positions.

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The State of Law School Diversity in the Wake of Affirmative Action Bans

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Even though we saw [an applicant’s] race, it wasn’t what we based decisions off of,” says Jermaine Cruz, assistant dean for diversity and inclusion at Albany Law School in New York. It’s become financially burdensome in a way that’s not worth it to some.”

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A Deeper Study of Higher Education Leadership

The University Innovation Alliance

President Milliron explained how this approach has already made a difference at National: "Our board has adopted a focus on how everything we do is around championing student success, building trust, advancing inclusion, embracing accountability -- and I love our last one, which is 'make things better.'