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The Pros and Cons of Admission Deferral

Lewermark Blog

As universities continue to speculate on what the fall 2020 semester will look like, international students must navigate how to best balance their desire to start a college career this fall versus the regulatory, infrastructure, and travel challenges they face. Early indications report students are eager to begin classes.

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The Foot Print: A New Blog About International Student Education

Lewermark Blog

Given the updated guidance of July 6, 2020, here is a game-showy quiz: The people who work in higher education offices serving International education are: Caught between a Read More. The post The Foot Print: A New Blog About International Student Education appeared first on LewerMark International Student Health Insurance.

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Annual influenza vaccine

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

Annual Influenza Vaccine Since 2020, Johns Hopkins University has required all JHU students, trainees, postdoctoral fellows, faculty, and staff to receive an annual influenza (flu) vaccine. Other respiratory viruses, such as the flu and RSV, will also affect our campus community. We appreciate your support.

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Overcoming Barriers to Mental Health Care in College Sports

Timely MD

However, the pandemic fanned the flame and flared up major mental health concerns for college athletes. According to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) , rates of reported mental health concerns among college athletes have increased by 1.5-2x 2x since 2020.

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Understanding a College’s Cost of Attendance

College Planners of America

With this calculation, students are able to adjust the COA up or down to conform to their individual needs and preferences. Colleges have been required to disclose their COA and provide a breakdown of their cost calculations since the enactment of the FAFSA Simplification Act of 2020.

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Community Colleges’ Essential Role in Workforce Development

Timely MD

Lack of funding for institutional needs The Federal Government established the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Stability Act (CARES) on March 27, 2020. But now that those resources are depleted, additional strain is being placed on community colleges.

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What Does a Hybrid Model of Care Mean for Higher Education? 

Timely MD

But between March and August of 2020, that percentage jumped up to 13%. While overall telehealth usage for outpatient visits leveled out to 8%, the demand for virtual mental health care remains high, with one report finding that 62% of consumers prefer a virtual visit for their regular mental health visits.