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Setting the Tone in DEI, Accessibility Work

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Following up plans for educational access and equity with actions has become the hallmark of Grand Valley State University, which has a statewide presence in Michigan. It’s an online module that we released earlier this year to all our faculty and staff as required training.

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Report Provides Frank Data on Black PhD Holders in STEM Fields

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Throughout the report, “Exploring the Educational Experiences of Black and Hispanic PhDs in STEM,” it is clear that Black, and to some extent Hispanic, students have very different experiences than their white and Asian counterparts. Velez said. Espinosa wants the scientific community to pay attention to these findings.

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How to Build a Sustainable Model for Student Equity and Increase Student Success

EAB

I spoke with Dr. Leslie Zenk, Assistant Provost, and Dr. Lisa Walker, Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education and Dean of University College, to learn more about how they audited their policies using EAB’s framework. It consists of faculty, undergraduate, and graduate student subcommittees to fully capture a university-wide lens.

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The Impact of Virtual Care on College Students in Rural Communities

Timely MD

College students in rural America need accessible mental health services now more than ever. How can rural-serving institutions (RSIs) of higher education close the mental health support gap? Limited access to affordable childcare. Lack of public transportation. Decrease barriers to health care in rural communities.

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The Transformational Power of Higher Education

The University Innovation Alliance

Leadership Opportunities Are Everywhere For most of her years working in higher education, Chancellor Larive was more interested in being a faculty member and lab administrator than moving into campus leadership. Faculty is a leadership role. When you're a faculty member, you're your own boss.

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Tuition Discounts Offered as Merit Aid

College Planners of America

But it has also become the primary determinant of what the applicant will pay for an undergraduate education. It becomes part of a common database accessed by U.S. It includes a wide-range of metrics such as the percentage of students in fraternities and sororities, the number who live off campus, and faculty demographics.

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Choosing a college or a university in the USA

IEFA

The college or University, the presence of the campus, its accessibility, climate, and proximity to large cities or natural sites are all important factors to consider. However, it may also imply that you do not have access to the amenities or diversity of a large city. Location and Region. Available Courses. Size of Institution.