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Intentionality is Key in First-generation Student Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Education is a human right regardless of one’s background, and access and support should be readily available to those in need. We are fully committed to first-generation students, but commitment is just the start. Dr. Montserrat Fuentes is president of St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas.

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Texas A&M University-San Antonio Receives Grant to Address Economic Issues and Tech Access for Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Texas A&M University-San Antonio has received a $3 million grant to address economic issues and expand technology access for its student population. Texas A&M University-San Antonio The money – in the form of a “Caminos Hacia el Éxito” (Pathways to Success) grant from the U.S.

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Navigating the Path to Student Success Through Essential Guidance and Support

Timely MD

TimelyCare Student Success Coaching Q&A With Dr. Nicole Guerrero Trevino Vice President for Student Success LinkedIn Tell us about your career journey and dedication to student success in higher education. Why are we seeing a growing demand for student success resources in higher education?

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Sacramento State Creates Nation's First Black Honors College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The end goal, he said, is to create a “system and network within institutions focused on creating the highest quality of access for Black students.” There will be a seminar room, study space, and lounge, all headquartered on the first floor of the library.

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Panel Dives into Social Mobility

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

With this as a backdrop, the Education Writers Association gathered a panel of experts to discuss social mobility as part of its annual Higher Education Seminar, hosted at the University of California, Riverside. A school might be offering access to a great many low-income students, but not graduating many of them.

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Connection and Learning for Higher Ed Leaders and Practitioners

The University Innovation Alliance

In 2023, the UIA launched its University Innovation Lab (UI Lab), an online hub and practitioner community that helps student success professionals innovate to improve outcomes for all students. Why We Need the UI Lab The UI Lab is for campus leaders and practitioners who are trying to move the needle on student success.

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Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. Mason Awards

COE

This award is COE’s highest honor and recognizes individuals for outstanding contributions to college opportunity programs and the advancement of educational opportunity for low-income, first-generation students, and students with disabilities. The Walter O. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.