Civitas Learning

APRIL 11, 2023

The vision of the Civitas Learning Student Impact Platform is to drive equitable, optimal student outcomes through better decision-making and collaborative student support systems. This year, we’re investing in several new modules which lay out the strategic application of the Civitas Learning platform.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

APRIL 19, 2023

At the same time, it’s a top priority for private and independent schools to provide thorough, equitable financial aid awards. The Financial Aid Assistant (FAA) program by School and Student Services (SSS) helps families and schools by eliminating the complexity of the financial aid process.

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NACAC's Admitted

APRIL 16, 2023

It is getting closer to the fall semester and your application numbers are below last year’s count. Numerous campus administrators and staff members are concerned and offer plenty of potential ideas to reach more students. For each semester a former student is not enrolled, are they enrolled at another local school or just working?

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Blackboard Blog

MAY 20, 2020

This has impacted how students are supported, how they get their information, and how they make decisions about their future education. Now we’re sharing the steps we took as Blackboard Student Services to prepare to support our staff and partners immediately and plans to continue support in the longer term.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

In partnership with ASU faculty, Dreamscape Learn created an immersive, interactive environment called The Alien Zoo , in which students discover that a rare alien species is suffering from a new, undiagnosed ailment and must work to identify its origin and find a way to cure the suffering population. and “how can I use this?” on their own.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MAY 24, 2023

Private schools, in particular, are thinking of innovative new ways to provide a best-in-class experience for students and families that boosts retention and ensures financial stability. Ensure that families know financial aid basics , such as the application process and what type of aid is available.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

AUGUST 31, 2022

From gathering a slew of personal documents, to application tracking and making decisions—everyone feels the pressure when things aren’t running smoothly. . Swift award decisions lead to enrolling more students. The post 3 Benefits of K-12 Early Awarding appeared first on School and Student Services by Community Brands.

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EAB

JANUARY 26, 2023

These six trends will have long-term impacts on how community colleges interact with students and getting ahead of them now will position you for success in the future. Applying to more colleges: In 2021, the average number of college applications submitted by new college freshmen rose to 7 from 6 applications the year before.

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NACAC's Admitted

APRIL 16, 2023

It is getting closer to the fall semester and your application numbers are below last year’s count. Numerous campus administrators and staff members are concerned and offer plenty of potential ideas to reach more students. For each semester a former student is not enrolled, are they enrolled at another local school or just working?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 21, 2024

We and many others have written about how Black males are the most disenfranchised students in our nation’s schools. Giving all of our students access to contemporary literature that centers Black youth perspectives is not only important in decolonizing literature education but also in presenting a holistic view of Black childhood.

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EAB

MAY 30, 2023

percent, 1 which has prompted institutions to reflect on practices that impact student success and on barriers students face in their pursuit of higher education. percent compared to the prior fall, driven entirely by the growth of dual enrolled high school students (+11.5 percent) and 18- to 20-year-old students (+1.4

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Our financial aid pros note that as you will review applications, it’s easy to be swayed by a moving story. Premium School and Student Services (SSS) members get access to their Financial Aid Forum to ask questions and find support. . Beyond having a strategy in place, it’s essential to consistently uphold it.

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EAB

JUNE 27, 2023

Blogs How to expand opportunities for Hispanic adult learners in nursing and health care 3 ways UCF is increasing enrollment (and retention) of Hispanic graduate students in nursing Based on our Office Hours with EAB podcast, Episode 131, How UCF is Expanding Opportunities for Hispanic Adult Learners. Nursing school is stressful enough.

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EAB

OCTOBER 19, 2023

According to research by Sunil Gupta, Donal Lehmann, and Jennifer Ames , your current customers (in this case, students) are your best prospects as they have a great impact on organizational value. And, of course, advertising alumni connections can help recruit new students.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Blogs Looking to the future of advising: 6 takeaways from the 2023 NACADA conference The academic advising profession faces shrinking budgets, expanding student and administration expectations, and increasing turnover—all of which make it harder for institutions to think strategically about advising structure and staffing to support student success.

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Blackboard Blog

JANUARY 24, 2022

While some of this decline is accounted for by decreased applicants and fewer new students, it’s important to note that stop-out (temporary withdrawal) students increased sharply during the pandemic.  NSCRC  reports that first year persistence for community college students starting in 2020 declined 3.5% points, to 51.6%. 

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Blackboard Blog

MARCH 8, 2017

As the institution grew rapidly to serve 34,000 students over the last 40 years, its infrastructure, processes, and organizational structure did not always support all student needs. As a result, the student experience suffered. Our Design Thinking Approach to Understanding the Student Experience.

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UofO First-Generation Student Support Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Today, Student Support Services (TRIO SSS) and the McNair Scholars Program , UO’s two TRIO programs, are celebrating TRIO Day! ICYMI: TRIO programs are Federal outreach and student services grant programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. Good afternoon!

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

Not just the kind you munch on during a study session, but an acronym for well-being to help students remember the importance of the following factors: Sleep Nutrition Activity Connectivity Knowledge, and Self-care. Reduce stress, sleep better, and feel happier Student Well-Being Blog. Student Well-Being Blog. The Calm app.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

And how do we begin to plan for the future knowing that colleges, students, and staff may have very different priorities than three years ago? Knowing that these students are highly represented at community colleges means that prospects are likely looking to the college as their main reference point when exploring their enrollment options.

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COE

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Ron Abel empower proved the ideal choice, seamlessly integrating into our workflow and easing the transition from traditional paper applications. The ability to customize views, whether it’s an Excel-style screen or a student-by-student breakdown, gives us unparalleled flexibility.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 8, 2024

The profile of the average community college student is changing. While two-year institutions still have significant populations of adult students and people desirous of enhancing their career options, there is a growing number of first-time college students, age 18 to 22, that are seeking a traditional college experience.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

EAB’s Tara Zirkel is joined by Pueblo Community College VP of Student Success, Dr. Heather Speed, to examine changes Pueblo made to boost enrollment heading into the fall semester. Our special guest today is Heather Speed, vice president for Student Success at Pueblo Community College. What does your student body look like?

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Blogs Your student loan payments are due: 3 strategies to support community college students’ financial wellness When I think back to my time in college, student loans were something that nearly everyone had, but not something any of us fully understood. Financial hardship is the #1 reason students stop out.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 12, 2024

Full- F eature Dashboard : Imagine a world where applications, data, and insights all live harmoniously in one user-friendly dashboard. Expert Support for Families and Schools : Your financial aid solution should be able to manage even the most intricate applications. And if they do get stuck?

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EAB

MARCH 10, 2023

Press Release EAB’s Navigate Platform Now Supports Student Recruitment and Retention EAB expands Navigate’s CRM capabilities to engage prospective students March 10, 2023 Tempe, Arizona (March 10, 2023) — EAB announced today an extension of its flagship student success technology, Navigate , to help colleges engage and enroll prospective students.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Specifically, the trend of higher-income families needing financial aid, was noted in the NAIS 2023-2024 Trendbook , “The demographics of the applicant pool are changing as more higher-income families apply for aid.” Schools can continue their focus on the families’ needs by making it easier for families to apply for financial aid.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Blogs What is “one front door” onboarding and how could it help your students? Insights from Dr. Tiffany Ray-Patterson, VP of Student Success at Germanna Community College Based on our Office Hours with EAB podcast, Episode 166, Could Your Students Benefit from “One Front Door” Onboarding?

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JUNE 11, 2022

You can even increase the lifetime value of your students. At School and Student Services, we understand how important it is to keep your financial aid folders clean, and we offer a K-12 Select Software Suite that can help. Scholarship application essays. How to Clean Up Your Financial Aid Folders. Save Backups.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

AUGUST 11, 2022

Summer is here, which means financial aid season is just around the corner, and many of you will be opening digital piles of applications in September. We compiled a checklist of three tasks you can knock out before opening those applications. Is enrollment status up to date for all students? Take Stock of External Trends.

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EAB

APRIL 18, 2023

DK: Many institutions, at least 500 or more have turned to OPMs to help them find new students, increase yield, or quickly ramp up new programs that they're bringing online. So this was, we were trying to prevent predatory practice, especially when it came to student recruitment, enrollment or the disbursement of federal financial aid.

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EAB

APRIL 18, 2023

DK: Many institutions, at least 500 or more have turned to OPMs to help them find new students, increase yield, or quickly ramp up new programs that they're bringing online. So this was, we were trying to prevent predatory practice, especially when it came to student recruitment, enrollment or the disbursement of federal financial aid.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The two discuss ways to forge better partnerships with CBOs by understanding the role they play in helping students overcome obstacles when applying to colleges. We're committed to educational equity and we focus on students from 11th grade all the way through to college graduation.

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Eric Stoller on Academic Advising

SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

When I first started looking at graduate programs in higher education/student affairs I had no idea that I would end up moving to Oregon. Eventually, I decided to apply for the College Student Services Administration (CSSA) program at OSU. It was the only grad program that I submitted an application to. It was surreal.

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Scholarship America

MARCH 9, 2023

Applications, admissions, financial aid and scholarships all have their own deadlines – and they happen while you’re also trying to balance your regular schoolwork, your job, your family and your social life. Accessing Money for College Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) : It all starts here.

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Scholarship America

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Applications, admissions, financial aid and scholarships all have their own deadlines – and they happen while you’re also trying to balance your regular schoolwork, your job, your family and your social life. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) : It all starts here. Facing Challenges of Student Life.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

For example, if a teacher wants to purchase a new rug for student activities like circle time, they can use DonorsChoose to raise money. Fund for Teachers: Teachers can receive grants through Fund for Teachers , allowing them to improve their students’ learning experience. Brainstorm Ideas With Students.

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