Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 16, 2025

Dr. Buffy Smith As a child growing up in public housing in Milwaukee, I believed going to college would be my pathway out of poverty. It was. But I didn’t get there alone. In addition to supportive family, I relied on the TRIO-Educational Opportunity Program to help me navigate the system of higher education. Today, that program is in jeopardy of being cut from the federal government’s budget.

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Student Loan Planner

JUNE 18, 2025

Borrowers pursuing student loan forgiveness based on their public service work have been on edge all year. And while there’s been a bit of good news during the last month, there also is an enormous amount of uncertainty. The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program might be the most popular federal debt relief option available,… The post Student Loan Forgiveness Through PSLF is in Jeopardy for These Borrowers appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 3, 2025

The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center (NSCRC) has released its sixth Some College, No Credential (SCNC) report , which was created with the support of the Lumina Foundation. It compares data from the 2022-23 academic year to 2023-24. The number of students leaving college without earning a credential, referred to as stopping out, has declined for the second year in a row.

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Steve Keating

MAY 29, 2025

Weve all been theresomeone says or does something that pushes your buttons, and you can feel your blood pressure rising. Whether its a snarky comment, a passive-aggressive jab, or outright hostility, provocation can test your patience and emotional resilience. If youre active on social media platforms, like X, for example, people can be downright abusive.

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Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Student Loan Planner

JUNE 12, 2025

This week, the Senate Republicans on the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) released a draft reconciliation bill that, if enacted, will have substantial impacts for millions of current and future federal student loan borrowers. The bill would implement significant reforms across the federal student loan system, including disbursements, repayment plan programs, and… The post 4 Groups of Student Loan Borrowers Most Affected by Senate GOP Reconciliation Bill appeared f

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The Education Hub

MAY 29, 2025

Right now, thousands of children and young people are sitting exams across the country. To help all involved navigate this difficult period Childline is sharing some useful exam stress management tips which are also available on the Childline website.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 11, 2025

Dr. Hope Barnes When I, Hope Barnes, started teaching at the age of 22 in Baltimore, Maryland, I was excited and eager to shape and mold the minds of the future. Without much context for this new city and community, it was a culture shock. Being African American in a predominantly African American community was not the issue. This community in South Baltimore wasn’t the safest place to work or live.

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Steve Keating

JUNE 8, 2025

We live in a world with constant noise—social media notifications, endless meetings, and the pressure to always have something to say—that makes it easy to overlook the quiet power of listening. Yet, time and again, the most successful people across industries, from entrepreneurs to artists to leaders, credit one skill above others: the ability to truly listen.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 9, 2025

Today FSA released electronic announcement GENERAL-25-27, which presents the NSLDS Delinquent Borrower Report (DELQ01) as a key resource for institutions aiming to prevent student loan defaults. This report assists schools in identifying and reaching out to borrowers who are delinquent on their federal student loans. Key Features of the DELQ01 Report: Comprehensive Borrower Information: The… More » NSLDS DELQ01 Report Assists Institutions Target Delinquent Borrowers The post NSLDS DELQ01 R

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

JUNE 12, 2025

Few publicly available federal data sources provide detailed information about postsecondary students beyond race and income. The National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (NPSAS)—administered by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES)—is one of the only nationally representative datasets that offers a comprehensive view of students’ college access, progress, degree completion, and employment outcomes.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 10, 2025

Dr. Walter Bumphus A fter nearly 15 years at the helm of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), Dr. Walter Bumphus is preparing to close this significant chapter of his illustrious career in higher education. As president and CEO of AACC since January 2011, Bumphus has been a transformative figure in advocating for community colleges nationwide, continuing a journey that began decades earlier.

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Steve Keating

JUNE 5, 2025

I dont know about you but it seems to me that there are a lot more people running around with short fuses than there used to be. I might even be one of them. This might seem strange coming from someone as active on social media as I am, but on balance I dont think social media has been good for society. I work hard to try and add meaningful content online, the type of content that can help people reach their full potential.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 6, 2025

FSA has published Volume 8 of the 2025-2026 Federal Student Aid Handbook. 2025-2026 Federal Student Aid Handbook Volume 8: The Direct Loan Program – This volume discusses the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program (Direct Loan Program) and describes how the U.S. Department of Education (the Department) makes loans to help students and parents… More » 2025-26 Federal Student Aid Handbook – Volume 8 Now Available The post 2025-26 Federal Student Aid Handbook – Volume 8 Now Availab

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Active Minds

JUNE 6, 2025

Active Minds mobilizes young adults to lead a transformative movement in mental health, forever changing how it is valued and prioritized in society.

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Civitas Learning

JUNE 10, 2025

Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Youtube Music | Full Transcript For many institutions, improving persistence and retention rates feels like an uphill battle, but Greenville Technical College (GTC) is proving what’s possible when data meets execution. In this episode of Next Practices , we’re joined by Kevin McMindes , Assistant Director of Analytics at GTC, to explore how a focused, data-informed approach helped the college significantly boost student persistence rates—turning insight into

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 10, 2025

N early two decades after its founding, LGBTQ Leaders in Higher Education Dr. Jim Berg has transformed from a small network of college presidents into a comprehensive professional development organization supporting leaders at all levels of higher education. As the association navigates an increasingly challenging political landscape, its mission to cultivate inclusive leadership has never been more vital.

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Knack

JUNE 17, 2025

On a recent visit to Northeastern University , I witnessed something that is often talked about but rarely achieved: a student support model that is not just implemented, but fully embraced across the institution. Northeastern is now in its third year as a Knack partner. Over that time, they have become our highest-performing campus , leading in both usage rate and in the percentage of students who have participated in tutoring sessions.

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College Aid Services

MAY 29, 2025

The U.S. Department of Education has announced significant measures to combat fraud in federal student aid programs, aiming to safeguard taxpayer funds and uphold the integrity of financial assistance systems. A recent analysis revealed nearly $90 million in improper disbursements, including over $30 million sent to deceased individuals and $56 million in erroneous Direct Student… More Protecting Student Aid: ED is Cracking Down on Fraud The post Protecting Student Aid: ED is Cracking Dow

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 9, 2025

Applying for college can feel like learning a new language, especially when you have to start understanding all of these new terms! However, it is so important to understand the various acronyms and terms you’ll see in applications, on paperwork, and in your financial aid offer letters. Otherwise, you’re unable to make informed decisions with your family about how to pay for school!

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Civitas Learning

JUNE 12, 2025

The Challenge: Lack of clarity into which initiatives were making a measurable impact, and a support model that unintentionally overlooked students most at risk of falling behind. The Strategy: Leverage predictive insights from Civitas Learning’s Student Impact Platform to identify low-persistence students, personalize outreach based on real-time risk signals, and evaluate which initiatives delivered the greatest return on investment.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 10, 2025

Dr. John J. “Ski” Sygielski As I prepare for my retirement in mid-July from HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College, where I’ve had the honor of serving as the longest-tenured president in its 61-year history, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable journey that has brought me to this point. Raised in a Polish immigrant community of steel mill workers in Cleveland, Ohio, I was fortunate to attend the prestigious Saint Ignatius Jesuit High School, an experience that would change the co

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JUNE 17, 2025

By Jenn Jeffers, Senior Product Marketing Manager In an era where digital trust defines institutional reputation, cybersecurity is no longer a behind-the-scenes function—it’s a front-line, strategic imperative. For private and independent K–12 schools, where student records, family financial data, and tax documents converge on digital platforms, IT Directors are increasingly the guardians of both compliance and confidence.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 9, 2025

The Department of Education has announced significant measures to combat identity fraud in federal student aid programs, including those particularly targeting the Pell Grant program which has been susceptible to sophisticated fraud schemes. Enhanced Identity Screening for FAFSA Applicants: Starting in Fall 2025, FSA will implement an additional screening process for each FAFSA® applicant to… More » Upcoming Verification Changes as FSA Increases Measures to Prevent Fraud The post Upcoming

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Symplicity

JUNE 17, 2025

Career fairs remain one of the most valuable tools in university career services, connecting hundreds of students with dozens of employers in efficient, high-energy environments. The relationships built and opportunities created at these flagship events are testament to the hard work career centers invest in bringing together their campus communities.

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Civitas Learning

JUNE 12, 2025

A message sent to everyone is a message sent to no one. Generic campus-wide reminders—like class registration prompts—are easy to overlook without personalization. Targeted outreach, such as messaging students who’ve started but not completed registration, is far more effective. The 2024 analysis in our 2025 Student Success Impact Report found that institutions are not only increasing outreach—they’re measuring its impact.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 11, 2025

The American Association of State Colleges and Universities has named 26 senior-level higher education professionals to participate in its 2025-2026 Millennium Leadership Initiative, as the premier leadership development program continues its mission to diversify college and university presidencies. The cohort begins programming June 11-14 in Washington, D.C., marking the 26th iteration of the initiative that has produced 166 college and university presidents and chancellors since its 1999 launc

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HEAG

JUNE 17, 2025

On May 1, 2025, the Department of Education issued Electronic Announcement ID APP-25-14, confirming the general availability of automated NSLDS post-screening for the 2024–25 and 2025–26 FAFSA cycles. After a multi-month delay and phased implementation, the Department has now resumed weekly post-screening delivery of ISIRs with updated student eligibility data—changes that have significant implications for.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 13, 2025

FSA is set to launch significant enhancements to FSA Partner Connect in July 2025, transitioning it into the primary platform for enrollment and user management. This update includes the integration of SAIG enrollment functionality, leading to the retirement of the existing SAIG Enrollment website. To facilitate this transition, FSA is offering a series of live,… More » SAIG Enrollment Webinar Trainings on FSA Partner Connect The post SAIG Enrollment Webinar Trainings on FSA Partner Connec

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Knack

JUNE 12, 2025

During my years working alongside peer educators in higher education, there was one reflection I heard time and again: "I feel like I have a purpose here because of this role." That sense of purpose isn’t incidental. For many students, becoming a peer tutor, facilitator, or SI leader is the first time they see themselves not just as recipients of education, but as contributors to their campus communities.

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Civitas Learning

JUNE 12, 2025

When we talk about student success, it’s easy to focus on the classroom. But even the most capable students can struggle if they don’t have access to basic resources like quiet study spaces, reliable Wi-Fi, group meeting areas, and academic support services. Findings from the 2025 Student Success Impact Report reinforce a powerful truth: supplemental instruction (SI), tutoring, and writing centers aren’t just add-ons—they’re foundational to a healthy student success model.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 4, 2025

The United Negro College Funds (UNCF) Institute for Capacity Building (ICB) is leveraging the power of networks, technology and innovation to help Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs) achieve their missions. Ed Smith-Lewis Through digital and innovative platforms, UNCF is building a connected ecosystem where institutions can learn from one another, scale what works, and shape a stronger, more equitable future for their students, says Ed

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HEAG

JUNE 4, 2025

We all have a lot of work to do, particularly at this time of year. Spending hours each day in meetings typically results in hours of working after the office closes. Whether you plan the meetings yourself or are a regular special guest star, you can manage your meeting schedule to avoid long hours of.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 15, 2025

Last Friday, FSA announced the release of the 2026–27 Student Aid Index (SAI) and Pell Grant Eligibility Guide. This guide includes the methodology for determining eligibility for federal student aid, and the worksheets and tables used to determine a student’s SAI for the 2026–27 award year. Download the guide here: 2026-27 Student Aid Index (SAI)… More » 2026–27 Student Aid Index (SAI) and Pell Grant Eligibility Guide The post 2026–27 Student Aid Index (SAI) and Pell Grant Eligibility Gu

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College Planners of America

JUNE 11, 2025

College tuition rises much faster than general inflation, a fact that has been well known for some time. Lately, however, sky high tuition has colleges on the horns of a dilemma. Limited in ways to grow revenue such as offering new programs or recruiting more foreign students while approaching a “demographic cliff” in the population of college-age people, all but the most elite colleges need to cut costs and lower tuition to remain viable.

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Cal Newport

JUNE 6, 2025

Last month, Anthropic released a safety report about one of its most powerful chatbots, Claude Opus 4. The report attracted attention for its description of an unsettling experiment. Researchers asked Claude to act as a virtual assistant for a fictional company. To help guide its decisions, they presented it with a collection of emails that they contrived to include messages from an engineer about his plans to replace Claude with a new system.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 5, 2025

Dr. Brian K. Bridges New Jersey's groundbreaking state-funded teletherapy program has delivered more than 78,000 counseling sessions to college students since its 2023 launch, according to new data released by the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education. The partnership with mental health provider Uwill has served 18,223 students across 45 public and independent institutions statewide, representing the nation's first comprehensive state-level investment in free teletherapy service

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