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How Being a Mother and Academic Helped Me Fix Higher Education’s Transfer Crisis

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At the same time, reality struck: A student should not need to have an associate provost as a parent to transfer college credits. Nationally, the transfer system has been set up to let students fail for decades. On average, students lose a fifth of their credits when transferring to a four-year college, according to the U.S.

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Native Son Propels Opportunities for Kentucky Students

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On the panel, “Selecting Evidence-Based Advising Strategies to Improve Student Outcomes,” Thompson spoke about equity being a top priority, noting that, if higher education does not serve its most disenfranchised populations, then it is failing. He became executive vice president in 2013 and assumed the presidency in 2018.

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Employers Seek ‘Success Skills’ Among Potential Employees: Report

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The report summarizes a decade of studies, between 2013 and 2023, and analyzes job postings in 16 SREB states. It found that the most sought-after skills across industries were consistent in academic and business studies: communication, oral, and written; teamwork and collaboration; and problem solving and critical thinking. “At

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The Erosion of DEI in Higher Education: A Threat to Progress and National Strength

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As a first-generation college student, a Black woman, and the child of immigrants, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in higher education. These initiatives opened doors for me and countless others, providing opportunities that seemed out of reach for many in my community.

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Community College Leader Recognized as 2023 Diverse Champion

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The district comprises 10 independently accredited colleges in Arizona serving over 94,000 students. I just really like being around students, especially the extracurricular part of education.” He became president of GateWay Community College in MCCCD in 2013. There, Gonzales earned an Ed.D. It’s been a journey together.

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Breaking the Silence: Mental Health and Trauma on Campus

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While shootings on campus are extremely rare, said Williamson, the mental health and wellbeing of students, faculty, and staff can be deeply impacted by these events, which is why it is crucial that institutions of higher education respond to these incidents. Laura Erickson-Schroth, chief medical officer of the JED Foundation.

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Navigating Pathways to Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Jack Thomas In my own journey, leading a campus with such diverse student representation has reinforced the importance of embracing diversity and fostering a culture of inclusivity. This period witnessed a remarkable increase in minority enrollments and the establishment of support programs designed to cater to diverse student bodies.

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