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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Removing barriers for students to use mental health services is one of the most important goals of college administrations today particularly for students of color and diverse backgrounds. A primary component of this approach involves integrating mental health support with other basic student wellness services.

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The Art of Mentoring: A Timeless Strategy for Student Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I’ve been fortunate to serve as both a mentee—learning from exceptional administrators, students, and community leaders—and a mentor to students, peers, and young professionals. Whether through summer bridge programs, orientation, or admitted student days, early connections matter. Mentoring still works.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Cathy Sandeen Almost 60% of California State University, East Bay (CSUEB), students are transfers, and their needs are taken into account. Incoming transfer students can enroll in courses early to guarantee that they have access to coursework. All of the college’s student services are available in English and Spanish.

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Enhancing Family Experiences Through Financial Aid: Solutions and Strategies for Private K-12 Schools

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Also discussed: The need for financial aid policies to meet the needs of diverse student demographics, namely socioeconomic status and race. Parents represented a wide spectrum of socioeconomic backgrounds and family compositions, while staff ranged from directors down to lower-level administrators. Prioritizing students.

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Can Colleges Control Administrative Bloat?

College Planners of America

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. The ratio between faculty and administrators has shrunk.

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SSS with Direct IRS Access Delivers Peace of Mind for IT Professionals

School & Student Services by Community Brands

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. That’s why the integration between SSS and TaxStatus, which enables direct, secure IRS data access, is not just an upgrade.

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Transforming Financial Aid: The TaxStatus and VenturEd Partnership

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Independent and private K12 schools are constantly striving to balance accessibility with financial sustainability. This partnership introduces groundbreaking efficiencies that promise to benefit schools, families, and administrators alike. Data Encryption : All data transfers are encrypted to prevent unauthorized access.