Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 1, 2025

The report also notes that students can maintain their financial aid and scholarships while participating, and that the programs maintain rigorous academic standards. At their core, Registered Apprenticeships are about power," the report concludes. Power to learn without going into debt.

Career counseling

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JANUARY 30, 2025

For now, Heilig said that he will return to education policy scholarship and research, which he described as a transformative moment in politics, higher education, and society. Under his administration, the university strengthened its academic programs while focusing on equity and student success.

University

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

These are last-dollar funds, which means it covers a student’s remaining costs for tuition and fees after all other aid—scholarships, grants, stipends and tuition waivers—has been awarded, and it does not cover the cost of housing, food, transportation, books or supplies. There are 11 federally recognized American Indian tribes in Minnesota.

Higher education

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DECEMBER 4, 2024

He understands the challenges that Black faculty and administrators face at predominantly white institutions. Flagship Pathway Scholarship Endowment in 2021. The scholarship supports graduates from 38 designated high schools across Tennessee, renewable for up to four years and combinable with other scholarships. “If

Scholarship

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 27, 2025

Why is there not more peer-reviewed, rigorous, interdisciplinary scholarship on the political economy of college sports? But we have failed to write it into the syllabus of scholarship. It is not the front porch of the university. It is the very architecture of public perception. And yet we study it as if it were an outbuilding.

Humanities

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JANUARY 23, 2025

Aside from writing about the plight of Black men in higher education, in our scholarship, we have employed an anti-deficit approach to highlight critical factors that help to facilitate the access, retention, and persistence of Black men in college. In 2020, George Floyd, a Black man, was extrajudicially murdered. Dr. Tryan L.

Higher education

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JULY 30, 2025

Tryan McMickens , professor of higher education and coordinator of NCCU's higher education administration program, will lead the initiative alongside Dr. Jim Harper II, professor of history and associate dean of the School of Graduate Studies. He co-authored With Faith in God and Heart in Mind: A History of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Grant

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NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The Wells Fargo Foundation donated $100,000 to help create scholarships for the school’s Corporate Work Program, which provides workforce opportunities that allow students to develop the needed skills, habits, and experience to be competitive in the job market postgraduation while contributing toward the cost of their education.

Grant

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 4, 2024

He understands the challenges that Black faculty and administrators face at predominantly white institutions. Flagship Pathway Scholarship Endowment in 2021. The scholarship supports graduates from 38 designated high schools across Tennessee, renewable for up to four years and combinable with other scholarships. “If

Scholarship

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2025

Gretchen Whitmer's administration in partnership with the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN), drew more than 21,000 entries from students who completed their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the first time. The initiative, launched by Gov. For many recipients, the awards represent transformative opportunities.

FAFSA

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JULY 29, 2025

Gretchen Whitmer's administration in partnership with the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN), drew more than 21,000 entries from students who completed their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the first time. The initiative, launched by Gov. For many recipients, the awards represent transformative opportunities.

FAFSA

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 30, 2025

TRIO programs not only support students but also invest in staff, cultivating leadership and scholarship among those who walk the same paths as our students. It was about stepping more deeply into them, with intention, scholarship, and vision. What made it possible? Community, purpose, and commitment.

First generation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 23, 2025

As a college professor and administrator, the numerous parallels between lifeguarding and higher education are striking: the need to scan the horizon and anticipate problems, respond decisively in times of crisis, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and navigate (and help others navigate) changing and sometimes turbulent waters.

Higher education

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NOVEMBER 5, 2024

CSUSM’s inclusive hiring practices have increased Latino representation among faculty, administrators and staff. All faculty and administrator searches must have a DEI advocate who completes specialized training. The current administration is led by a Latinx president and provost and includes more female leaders than ever before.

Retention

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JUNE 18, 2025

Goncalves recently applied to have her scholarship renewed for the next school year. Sánchez Goncalves’ situation and those of other Dreamers has brought to light their vulnerability, particularly as they pursue higher education.

International student

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MAY 4, 2025

His accomplishments at DTC include an 870% increase in fundraising with over $32 million raised in five years, a 400% increase in scholarship offerings, over 98% placement rate, and a 54% increase in enrollment with improved retention and graduation rates. A Georgia native, Todd holds a Ph.D.

Placement

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APRIL 21, 2025

On April 10, the CCP Board of Trustees voted to relieve Generals of his duties, placing him on paid administrative leave until his contract expires in June. million agreement with the Navy pipeline project," Generals noted, defending his administration's performance. We just landed a $2.7

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OCTOBER 31, 2024

Parents represented a wide spectrum of socioeconomic backgrounds and family compositions, while staff ranged from directors down to lower-level administrators. Financial aid administrators ultimately see themselves as championing the families they serve. Establish dedicated endowments or scholarships. Prioritizing students.

Financial aid

IEFA

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is the pinnacle of business qualifications for students dreaming of becoming captains of industry. Master of Business Administration (MBA) 101 Earning an MBA is a significant achievement. A Master of Business Administration degree is a professional masters level academic qualification.

International student

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JANUARY 12, 2025

As a top student at her high school who excelled in AP courses, Salazar earned a full scholarship to the University of Arizona. Though she initially pursued STEM, based on her strong mathematics performance, she soon discovered her talent for writing and switched to journalism.

Access

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FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Designed specifically for private and independent K-12 schools, FAA removes administrative burdens, ensures award accuracy, and supports familieshelping schools optimize aid allocation and attract the right students. But what if you could simplify the process, reduce administrative strain, and enhance the family experienceall at once?

Financial aid

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 6, 2025

Beyond his administrative roles, O'Banion held academic appointments including Professor of Higher Education at the University of Illinois, Distinguished Visiting Professor at The University of Texas at Austin, and positions at UC Berkeley, Florida State University, University of Hawaii, and University of Toronto.

Community college

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MAY 15, 2025

How does financial aid intersect with scholarships or sibling discounts? A well-planned financial aid parent workshop builds transparency, reduces administrative bottlenecks, and reinforces your schools commitment to access and equity. Can we apply for aid after the initial deadline?

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MAY 2, 2025

School choice initiatives like education savings accounts (ESAs), tax-credit scholarships, and voucher programs are rapidly reshaping the K12 education landscape. At the federal level, the proposed Education Choice for Children Act (ECCA 2025) could add another $10 billion annually in private K12 scholarships nationwide.

Financial aid

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JUNE 9, 2025

And most of that has gone toward student scholarships and affordability. “A He also holds a Master of Organizational Psychology from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Administrative Sciences from Yale College. In the last seven years we’ve raised $330 million,” Thomas says. He holds a Ph.D.

Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 4, 2025

A culture of caring Moving forward, Nelms urges HBCU leaders to prioritize high-quality support to students, mentorship, and competitive scholarships. “A Gasman says HBCUs have faced “quite a few external threats” since the Trump administration took over in January 2025. “I

Higher education

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MAY 4, 2025

That student protests against war, colonialism, or genocide are threats to campus life, while administrative compliance with authoritarian demands is somehow neutral. The administrations memo targets racial equity work explicitly. The fantasy here is not just that racism has disappeared. Todays memo doesnt just echo that legacy.

Compliance

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FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Since the election resulted in the re-election of former President Donald Trump, the outlook for HBCUs appears mixed at best, given his previous administration's handling of higher education and racial equity issues. Moving forward, the focus must be on policies that enable HBCUs to flourish. Will they continue to be so in the years ahead?

Educational leadership

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AUGUST 11, 2025

His analysis of state-level initiatives, from Tennessee Promise to New York’s Excelsior Scholarship, offers practical examples of policy innovation that could inform future efforts. The book faces its greatest test in the aftermath of the 2024 election, which Watson addresses in a powerful afterword.

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JUNE 17, 2025

They’re enabling better outcomes for everyone: faster application turnaround, reduced administrative overhead, and stronger trust with families. Today, they can adopt a platform that protects family data, reduces friction, and empowers administrators to make more informed, confident decisions about financial aid and family engagement.

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MARCH 3, 2025

The FAQ… More New FAQ Provides Additional Guidance for Ban on Racial Preferences in Admissions and K-12 Schools The post New FAQ Provides Additional Guidance for Ban on Racial Preferences in Admissions and K-12 Schools first appeared on College Aid Services.

Instruction

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The federal Child Care Access Means Parents in School Program (CCAMPIS) clearly needs to be expanded, though we doubt the incoming Trump Administration will recognize its importance. Campuses also need more affordable family-friendly housing rather than further investment in residence halls only suited for young singles.

Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 29, 2025

Alexander Bryant, chair of the Oakwood University Board of Trustees, praised Spivey-Brown as "a dynamic, spirit-filled, higher education administrative leader with an impressive record of enrollment growth and academic excellence." Spivey-Brown brings more than two decades of experience in higher education administration to the role.

University

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MARCH 11, 2025

A thoughtfully designed financial aid strategy doesnt just ease administrative burdensit helps families make informed decisions about their childs education. Schools can outline: Eligibility criteria for need-based aid, merit scholarships, or other tuition assistance programs. Reducing paperwork and administrative workload for staff.

Financial aid

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

As higher education continues to shift and change, scholars who study the field convened in Minneapolis last week to share their scholarship and to strategize about best practices, particularly aimed at making colleges and universities more equitable and diverse. The administration has promised, among other things, to dismantle the U.S.

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 15, 2025

OCR is also investigating six universities that have allegedly awarded race-based scholarships, which it asserts is not allowed, and one university that allegedly administers a program that segregates students on the basis of race. These attacks are grounded in a false narrative that DEI initiatives are about exclusion.

University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 21, 2025

An administrator and a fire fighter. They could call it a scholarship, but it just makes better marketing sense to say Harvard is Free. These days, a household income of $200,000 a year is unfortunately just a decent middle class income. Its a family of a nurse and mid-level manager. Maybe some overtime involved.

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