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Two Community Colleges Recognized for Excellence in Student Success and Equity

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percentage points from 2019 to 2022. Southwestern Oregon Community College, an ATD member since 2012, has distinguished itself through its targeted support of adult learners and first-generation students. The college also launched an affordable learning resources program, ensuring course materials cost no more than $50.

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College Application Surge: Underrepresented Students Lead Growth in 2024-25 Admissions Cycle

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According to Common App's latest "Deadline Update" report released Thursday, college applications for the 2024-25 admissions cycle continue to show strong growth, particularly among underrepresented and first-generation students. to 14% White applicants' share of the applicant pool continued its long-term decline, dropping from 48.2%

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Legacy of Innovation and Equity, St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s Outgoing President Dr. Tuajuanda Jordan Reflects Tenure

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Under Jordan’s leadership, SMCM saw a 71% increase in undergraduate admission applications, a 30% increase in first-generation students, a 20% increase in historically underrepresented and/or marginalized students, and a significant jump in alumni engagement. “We She didn’t just lead a college — she led a liberal arts movement.”

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

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Department of Education, the Upward Bound program works with students from six area high schools that are identified as potential first-generation college students. Latinx participation in the Metro College Success Program learning community increased by 25% between 2019 and 2024.

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Dr. Marlene Tromp Named University of Vermont's 28th President

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A first-generation college student raised in rural Wyoming,Tromp brings nearly 30 years of experience in higher education. She will succeed Dr. Suresh Garimella, who led UVM from 2019 until October 2024 when he became president of the University of Arizona.

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Dr. Wendy Cadge, Bryn Mawr College

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She was also a Faculty Representative to the Board of Trustees (2014-2019) and co-chair of the Faculty Governance Task Force (2017-2019).

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The Council for Opportunity in Education Launches Inaugural Award for Institutional Effectiveness to Scale TRIO Student Support Services Practices Campus-Wide

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“By honoring institutions that have made SSS practices a permanent, mission-aligned part of their work, we spotlight models that help low-income and first-generation students not only enroll but persist and graduate.” A landmark 2019 U.S. The selection process unfolds in two stages. this summer.