Timely MD

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The ramifications of a significant weather event span from physical to emotional, which has undoubtedly played out in an already busy storm season this fall. Disconnection and increased isolation Natural disasters can lead to isolation due to physical displacement, loss of communication, or breakdown of social connections.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Despite her vice president title, her role had morphed into a mix of event planning and student affairs tasks, far removed from the strategic DEI leadership she had envisioned. Communicate the Value of DEI. Effective communication is crucial in countering the anti-DEI backlash. Dr. Harrison Davis, Jr.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 20, 2023

This program – for students from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) – will take those selected to Charlotte for leadership, communication, and media relations workshops over three days and New York City for a boot camp on competency areas such as executive presence, finance, operations, influence, and business acumen.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 9, 2024

Colclough hatched an idea — what if they could develop professional learning environments easily accessible for all faculty in North Carolina’s community colleges, and what if that development could move the needle on student success? In 2018, Dr. Audrey Jaeger and Dr. Monique B.

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Active Minds

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Encourage Open Communication : Students deserve a safe space to discuss their feelings and concerns. Engage in innovative thinking when it comes to staff wellness events. Provide Access to Resources : Ensure that teachers have access to mental health resources and support networks.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 12, 2023

communications, Hood College; M.A., communications, Hood College; and D.O.L., But anytime there was an event with free food, I was stuffing my face and trying to take food home,” she said. “I Lozupone eventually graduated from Hood with a bachelor’s degree in communications. I wish people would’ve asked more questions.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Harvey Nevertheless, some of these alumni maintain various levels of contact with their alma maters – ranging from attending reunion events, to regularly reviewing materials they receive from the college or university, to making monetary donations they hope will help produce a more inclusive atmosphere for current and future generations.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 7, 2024

Harvey serves as Distinguished Scholar at the American Association for Access, Equity and Diversity in Washington, D.C. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill highlighted the confusion that such messaging creates when, after their board of governors instituted a DEI ban, university officials voted to divert $2.3 Dr. William B.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 13, 2023

One of the most important ways that first-gen students can find connection is through on-campus clubs, so Pavlinic suggested big windows into meeting spaces and event rooms, so that students can see what campus groups are doing without any extra effort. Jon Edelman can be reached at JEdelman@DiverseEducation.com.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MAY 15, 2025

But like any successful event, it requires thoughtful planning. Set and Communicate Your Workshop Goals and Format Before you lock in a date or build a slide deck, get crystal clear on the purpose of your workshop. In-person events offer face time and relationship building, while webinars provide accessibility and on-demand value.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 1, 2024

D uring the COVID-19 pandemic, Black, Hispanic, and Indigenous students had less contact with teachers and less access to computers with stable internet connections compared to white students, Prabhakar said. For many decades, we've seen very well-intentioned STEM efforts focused on equity and opportunity,” Prabhakar said.

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Timely MD

JANUARY 24, 2025

When significant events impact a college campus, responding quickly and effectively can make all the difference in helping the community recover. While some scenarios can be anticipated or forecasted, many events that have required a coordinated response in recent months have been unexpected and ongoing. Who is eligible?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Stukes said JCSU faculty started recording their lectures and uploading them, so if circumstances made students unable to access the lectures at a specific time, they could still view them. If lectures are recorded, students who miss a class can readily access the material, said Luoma. I knew we needed to up our usage of it. …

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The Proctor Institute – housed in the Rutgers-New Brunswick Graduate School of Education – hosted the event in honor of Black History Month. Sinkford described the current health systems as “good for those who can afford it,” but added that so many people still do not have access to quality care. Sullivan, former Secretary of the U.S.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JANUARY 17, 2025

For private schools effectively communicating and highlighting their financial aid offerings is critical. Videos, quotes, and short profiles can be shared across newsletters, social media platforms, and during events. These events can also be live-streamed or recorded for broader outreach.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 26, 2023

When teachers were Black, my mother was more comfortable attending school events, and calling them with questions. Lack of rigor concerns low challenge, the absence of critical thinking, and less access to advanced courses. We share the goal of closing achievement, opportunity, and access gaps.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

We present the problems/solutions as an easily accessible 10-point checklist, so that you can grade your own processes, identify your challenges, and proactively incorporate de-biasing practices in the spirit of equity, diversity, and inclusion. This approach compounds biases, rather than rectifying them.

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Timely MD

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The barriersranging from cultural stigma and financial constraints to limited access to tailored supportare significant and deeply rooted. Communicating free or low-cost options is vital. Unclear systems: Overlapping or confusing systems for accessing resources can deter already overwhelmed students.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

To encourage these students to apply for financial aid, it’s crucial to provide clear and accessible information. Schools can directly communicate with these families, highlighting the specific financial benefits and support services available to transfer students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The learners shared what they’ve learned from their time at the conference, how their community college experiences transformed them, and what community colleges must still do to improve and expand access and opportunities for all. We can all learn from one another.

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School Counselor Blog

MARCH 2, 2025

Although we hosted this event for PSSA testing, our state standardized testing, you could host an event like this after any testing session or window. We hosted: Cards and Board Games E-Sports Music, Coloring, and Bracelet Making Therapy Dogs Dance Party It was so fun to host these events for students.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 18, 2025

Private K-12 schools across the country rely on financial aid programs to ensure accessibility for families from diverse economic backgrounds. Many families now rely on a combination of school-based aid, state-funded programs, and community scholarships to make private education attainable. Learn more about financial aid applications.

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Steve Keating

MAY 11, 2023

Establish clear and transparent communication channels. Encourage two-way communication. Support your people’s professional growth by offering training programs, workshops, conferences, or access to online courses. Encourage teamwork and collaboration by organizing team-building activities, retreats, or social events.

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Steve Keating

MARCH 21, 2024

These strategies aim to foster communication, understanding, and alignment within the organization. Regular Communication. Some form of communication weekly is not overdoing it. This accessibility fosters trust and transparency within the organization. Social Events and Team Building Activities. Open-Door Policy.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Expansion and diversity in higher education (1980s-1990s) During the 1980s and 1990s, higher education in the United States underwent transformative changes marked by a significant expansion in access and a growing emphasis on diversity. The Future of Higher Education: How Colleges Can Transform Their Financial Strategies.

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#RealCollege Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Don’t worry — all students from both control groups still had access to the ARC. Find an event to tie the email to, like welcoming students back to campus. Amarillo College Clothing Closet: Access these resources any time you need clothing, shoes, coats, or accessories. ● Tied content back to campus and campus events.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Through our research with partners, we saw how the provost and other academic leaders increasingly feel community pressure to respond to complex flashpoints that occur outside of the academic affairs division, or sometimes even external to the institution (e.g., Acknowledge the event. What is a flashpoint? Response risks and impact.

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Civitas Learning

JANUARY 9, 2025

Comprehensive Support Drives Better Outcomes Challenges like being in the wrong major, financial stress, and major life events can all hinder student outcomes. Research from the Brookings Institution on college access and completion interventions shows that comprehensive programs can drive meaningful improvements in student success.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas, partners with over 62 high schools across the state, facilitating college access for Latino, rural, and other marginalized communities. Partnering with high schools that serve predominantly Latino students reinforces accessibility. Dr. Erika D. Beck CSUN President Dr. Erika D.

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Steve Keating

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Provide access to training, mentoring, and skill development programs to help employees enhance their skills and advance their careers. Maintain open and honest communication with your employees. . Maintain open and honest communication with your employees. When in doubt communicate. Then communicate some more.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 12, 2025

With TaxStatus’ advanced IRS integration, SSS provides schools with immediate access to verified financial data while safeguarding families through secure identity verification methods, including ID.me. NAIS has long provided schools with a trusted methodology to equitably assess family ability to pay school costs.

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Steve Keating

JUNE 29, 2023

Provide access to training programs, workshops, conferences, or online courses. Support their participation in relevant industry events or networking opportunities. Encourage open communication and collaboration, where team members feel comfortable sharing their ideas. Celebrate efforts and progress, not just the final outcomes.

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EAB

MARCH 10, 2023

The new module enables colleges to create and execute a coordinated communications strategy for prospective students and delivers actionable insight to help campus leaders drive students’ enrollment journeys. This results in duplication of effort and, in some cases, creates barriers to college access.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

MAY 3, 2024

Dear Homewood Affiliates, Due to the ongoing protest at the Beach, Homewood campus buildings have temporarily shifted to JCard swipe access-only. All university affiliates have full access to buildings upon swiping in. If you scheduled through Scheduling and Events, you may work with your coordinator if you have questions.

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Mongoose

MAY 9, 2023

Alexa (Alex) Heinrich , an award-winning social media strategist and accessibility advocate, sits down with FYI Host, Gil Rogers, to discuss social media accessibility.

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COE

MARCH 1, 2023

Ronda McLelland, director of Student Support Services at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, hosts a reception for her TRIO graduates and their families immediately before the main ceremony on campus and gives cords out to her seniors for this event each year. “We

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EAB

MARCH 9, 2023

Blogs 4 takeaways on combatting faculty burnout from our gathering of academic leaders EAB recently launched the first two-part event series for our partners focused on combatting faculty burnout and integrating a culture of well-being in academic affairs.

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