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Compton College Addresses Student Homelessness and Basic Needs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Rallying The Community After their conversation with Curry, the student leaders called on their community at Compton College for support. Under Currys leadership, their efforts grew into a larger task force committed to addressing housing, food, and basic needs for the student body.

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Bazan Named Union College's Next President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Bazan holds an associate degree from Loma Linda University, a bachelor’s degree from La Sierra University, a master’s in administration and leadership, and a Ph.D. in leadership from Andrews University. Bazan has served in Adventist higher education for more than 17 years.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

To earn the Seal of Excelencia a college or university must demonstrate an intentional, institutional focus on advancing Latino student success by aligning data and practice. There must be deliberate and continuous assessment to identify and implement strategies that improve Latino student achievement. and graduate 19%.

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Report Finds That Affirmative Action Only Led to Incremental Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At the median, selective institutions spend more than twice as much on student services and academic support per student and have more full-time faculty per student than open-access colleges,” said Nyhof. These factors contribute to higher graduation rates and better opportunities for their graduates.”

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Male Resource Centers Promote Success Among Men of Color

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“The resource centers serve as one-stops with many tailored supports that can help male students of color find a sense of purpose because it typically will include things like mentorship, academic support, career exploration, leadership development opportunities, and peer support networks,” says Jez.

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From Pressure to Possibility: Dr. Nicholas Zeppos on Navigating Higher Ed’s Crossroads

Civitas Learning

Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Youtube Music | Full Transcript As higher education faces intensifying pressurefrom financial strain to public skepticismbold leadership is more vital than ever. You can’t just ask, Are our students graduating? You have to ask, Are our students thriving?

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Simplifying Financial Aid for International Students

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Several factors contribute to the appeal of US private schools for international students: Comprehensive Education: Private schools in the US often offer a well-rounded curriculum that extends beyond academics, emphasizing character development, leadership skills, and extracurricular involvement.