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Study: Latino Students Use Practical Strategies to Finance College Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

With Latino enrollment in postsecondary education projected to increase by 31% by 2030, the findings provide critical insights for institutions and policymakers seeking to create more affordable pathways to degree completion for this growing demographic. "We

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The Slow but Steady Rise of Women in Higher Education Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

college and university chief executives by 2030. Often, I see these leaders thrive at another institution. The Moving the Needle initiative has set an ambitious goal: achieving gender parity among U.S. This would require doubling the pace of progress made since the initiatives inception.

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California Community Colleges Launch Initiative to Expand Shortened Courses

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The shortened course initiative directly aligns with Vision 2030, the strategic plan for California Community Colleges, which emphasizes supporting students through flexible modalities.

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Michigan Awards Nearly $1M to Students Through FAFSA Completion Initiative

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The initiative aligns with Michigan's broader "Sixty by 30" goal, which aims for at least 60% of state residents to hold a degree or skills certificate by 2030. "It proved that when we show up for students with encouragement, clear information and real incentives, they respond with action," he said.

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Kids on Campus Initiative Shows Strong Progress in Connecting Head Start and Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A national partnership between the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) and the National Head Start Association (NHSA) is creating powerful educational opportunities for both young children and their parents through the innovative "Kids on Campus" initiative.

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Planting Summer Camp Seeds for Prospective Financial Aid Applicants

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Offer Short Financial Aid Mini-Workshops Consider offering a series of short (2030 minute) financial aid mini-sessions one evening a week during camp. Keep it casual, friendly, and free of jargonthis is about planting seeds, not pushing paperwork.

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Virginia Community Colleges End DEI Initiatives Following Federal Mandate

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The board's decision has prompted several revisions to the system's strategic plan, including the elimination of a goal to increase full-time faculty and staff diversity by 5% by 2030.