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How Incarceration Impacts the Basic Needs of Loved Ones & Families

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

That includes offering mental health support tailored to trauma and grief related to incarceration and expanding caregiving support and emergency financial aid that considers household disruption due to incarceration. Second, collect better data.

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The Art of Mentoring: A Timeless Strategy for Student Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

While I can't cover every facet of mentoring in a single article, I want to share three core principles—backed by research and real-world experience—that colleges should consider when developing or enhancing mentoring programs. Mentors demystify offices like financial aid, counseling, and career services.

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Black Women Navigating the Path to College Presidency

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In this article, we share the perspectives of three Black female CEOs and our rise to the college presidency. By the time I transferred to the State University, I realized I was a decent student and no longer anxious about my financial aid being denied for academic standing. I later earned my General Education Diploma (G.E.D.)

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The Ultimate College Application Checklist for Seniors: CollegeAdvisor x StudyLab

Student Research Foundation

In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know about how to apply to college, including: Understanding college application requirements Keeping up with your college application checklist Building a balanced college list Writing standout college essays Asking for letters of recommendation Applying for financial aid, and more!

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How to Keep Up with Rising Financial Aid Requests

School & Student Services by Community Brands

A November 2024 article , from the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) highlights that total financial aid awarded by National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and SAIS schools has grown significantly over the past two decades, reflecting schools commitment to supporting families. The good news?

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The Architect of Change 

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Indeed – as a 2023 article in the Western Journal of Emergency Medicine points out – “an overwhelming body of evidence points to an inextricable link between race and health disparities in the United States.” There’s no one-size-fits-all approach.

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The essential guide to sources of university funding for international students

IEFA

This article explores these sources of university funding to help students understand how they can sustain their educational pursuits and receive financial aid. Financial aid for students Financial aid bridges the gap between what students can afford and the actual cost of education.