Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Dr. Lynn Mahoney “We have been tracking the effectiveness of numerous programs, including peer mentoring and learning communities as well as student progress to graduation,” says SFSU president Dr. Lynn Mahoney. In Fall 2022, our first faculty mentor pairings were made,” says Ben Telesca, vice president for student affairs, SRSU.

Retention

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Collaborate. Role models/mentors. Give Black boys and young men the agency to discuss their feelings, needs, and views on their concerns and issues. Sharing how they feel can be cathartic, a release to move forward. Invite Black men from the community into the classroom and counseling groups to discuss their experiences.

Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The College Futures Foundation emphasizes that reaching the 70% attainment goal will require collaboration across multiple stakeholders and a sustained commitment to addressing equity gaps.

Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 30, 2025

As shared by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), developing empathy and strong social-emotional skills are essential to future success. Intergenerational program participation increases life satisfaction, while mentoring younger generations promotes a sense of accomplishment and a positive outlook on life.

Therapist

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 11, 2025

It wasn’t until a mentor teacher who had direct ties and lived experiences with the community sat me down and explained to me how I was doing more harm than good to my students. The authors use this to describe collaboration between families and the school communities.

Scheduling

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 14, 2025

I actively seek out opportunities on my own and in collaborative relationships with stakeholders. My primary mentors have been women of color, white women and gay men. I am charged with creating a working environment free of sexism, racism, homophobia, ableism, xenophobia, religious intolerance, and classism.

Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2024

AANAPISI can boost the good work already happening as well as serve as a catalyst for new opportunities and collaborations.” Dr. Robert Teranishi, chair of the University of California AANAPISI initiative, highlighted the significance of this collective effort. “It

Retention

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 30, 2025

sociology, emphasis in Black studies, University of California, Santa Barbara Career mentors: Christine Rodriguez, J.D., Title: Associate Professor of Chicana and Chicano Studies & Faculty-in-Residence for Hispanic Serving Institute Initiatives in the Office of the Provost at San Jos State University Tenured: Yes Age: 40 Education: B.A.,

Teaching

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 30, 2025

sociology, emphasis in Black studies, University of California, Santa Barbara Career mentors: Christine Rodriguez, J.D., Title: Associate Professor of Chicana and Chicano Studies & Faculty-in-Residence for Hispanic Serving Institute Initiatives in the Office of the Provost at San Jos State University Tenured: Yes Age: 40 Education: B.A.,

Teaching

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Strengthening K-12 Partnerships Collaborating with K-12 schools enhances the pipeline of underrepresented students into STEM. These initiatives not only enhance learning but also connect students with mentors and peers who share similar interests.

Student success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 9, 2025

Serving, studying, and being mentored by this living legend has been the blessing of a lifetime. At the age of 35, he entrusted me with the opportunity to serve as president of the Community College of Aurora— an act of belief that I will never forget,” says Brownlee.

Leadership

Civitas Learning

JULY 22, 2025

Dr. Giao Phan (Dean of the Public and Social Services Division), Kathy James (Executive Dean of Advising), and Dr. Rania Salman (Assistant Department Chair and faculty mentor) share how their institution has turned trust, technology, and teamwork into a blueprint for meaningful student support. Making collaboration routine.

Advising

Student Research Foundation

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Faculty Mentors & Career Opportunities Many schools also offer opportunities to connect directly with their world-class faculty. For example, UCSDs Faculty Mentor Program encourages undergraduate students to develop a relationship with a faculty member while completing an independent study course.

Curriculum

Civitas Learning

JULY 8, 2025

Whether it’s learning centers, peer mentoring, or proactive advising, the findings emphasize that student success doesn’t hinge on one magic initiative. This shift—from retrospective to real-time insight—empowers campuses to be more agile, collaborative, and student-centered.

Student success

Active Minds

MAY 20, 2025

Here’s my advice for adapting when graduating into the unknown: Collaborate with your people Graduation shifts the landscape of your campus community, but the connections you’ve created are far from over. Think about specific challenges you overcame, initiatives you led, or collaborations you were a part of.

Mental health

School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Proactive Outreach and Recruitment: Community Partnerships: Collaborate with community organizations and schools to identify and recruit eligible students from diverse backgrounds. Mentorship Programs: Pair students with mentors who can provide guidance, support, and role models.

Financial aid

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Additional mentorship efforts can include pairing students with mentors of the same sex, race, or ethnicity who regularly meet with to provide support/guidance and modeling. Religion has also been identified as providing encouragement, enhancing faith, and guidance from a collectivistic approach.

Mental health

Steve Keating

MAY 18, 2025

Dont just stick to formal educationinformal sources like conversations with mentors or hands-on projects are just as valuable. Collaborative learning also boosts motivation. Experiment with different formats to find what works best for you. If youre a visual learner, video tutorials might be your jam.

Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Sponsored by The Urban Education Collaboration, led by Dr. Chance W. While there are mounting challenges facing urban school districts across the nation, there are also some productive outcomes and solutions. Some of those best practices were on full display at the 5 th Biennial International Conference on Urban Education.

Equity

Steve Keating

JUNE 8, 2025

Strong relationships, rooted in listening, open doors to collaboration, mentorship, and opportunities that propel you forward. Listening—to mentors, critics, or even your own intuition—drives personal growth. Listening Sparks Innovation The best ideas often come from unexpected places, but you’ll miss them if you’re too busy talking.

Success

The College Pod

MARCH 7, 2025

How well do you communicate and collaborate? These groups can introduce you to like-minded peers, faculty mentors, and industry professionals who can open doors to internships and job opportunities. Find mentors early. Employers want to know: What internships, research, or projects have you completed? Can you code?

Financial aid

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

It accomplishes this with initiatives such as the analytic hub, grant proposal workshops, and PEER mentoring programs. Mentors serve as a vital support system, fostering a growth mindset in individuals. Dr. Brittany Chambers recounted how her mentor encouraged her research, even during her moments of self-doubt. Similarly, Ph.D.

Inclusion

Missouri State Academic Advising and Transfer Cent

MAY 1, 2025

Whether its a family member, a friend, or someone you mentor, you can help them become a Bear! Missouri State News Refer a Future Bear Know a high school or transfer student who would thrive at Missouri State? Submit a quick referral form, and our Admissions team will reach out to share everything MSU has to offer. Registration is encouraged.

Advising

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 13, 2025

In the study, head coaches also rank ordered the importance of six distinct coaching roles: advisor, advocate, fundraiser, leader, mentor, and role model. From their perspective, there is a need for effective collaboration and communication, as the administration’s decisions can significantly impact the advancement of athletic equity.

Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 13, 2025

W Dr. Carolyn Carter omen have made remarkable strides in leadership across various fields, forging pathways for mentorship, collaboration, and opportunity. The ripple effects are profound, as mentees frequently evolve into mentors themselves, perpetuating a cycle of empowerment that benefits entire communities.

Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 30, 2025

For HBCUs, this means engaging not just students, but parents, clergy, high school counselors, and community mentors who shape the decision-making ecosystem. Enrollment managers must adopt a leadership posture that blends transformational vision with collaborative execution. As Lewicki et al.

Literacy

Steve Keating

JULY 6, 2025

Seek diverse perspectives : Collaborate with others to gain fresh insights. A colleague or mentor might see a solution you hadn’t considered. Develop transferable skills : Skills like communication, critical thinking, and collaboration are valuable across contexts. What strategies worked?

Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 17, 2024

What started as an innovative program to support limited-income and first-generation students at the University of Michigan in 2008 has since grown into a 16-institution collaborative program that has helped hundreds of first-generation students across the country find success in post-secondary education.

First generation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

To support this latter group, for instance, UTSA launched Brothers United , a mentoring student organization centered on Black and Latino men. This initiative offers ongoing formal mentoring as well as three annual events on topics such as career development, self-marketing, and restorative justice.

Collaboration

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

“If we train mentors to know about the resources on campus, know about housing, life, and other offices, then they can give that information to their mentees. Vanessa Ford, senior university director at the Mentor Collective, said peer mentorship works. “It Vanessa Ford, senior university director at the Mentor Collective.

Low income student

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Partnership for Inclusivity in Engineering Education and Research for Space" also known as PIE 2 RS, is a collaboration between UH, UH – Clear Lake, NASA’s Johnson Space Center, the Boeing Company and the Greater Houston Partnership. Layered mentoring where older students mentor younger ones, enhancing their own sense of belonging.

Mentoring

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Because many postdocs transition into positions that involve teaching, communication and mentoring, effective education in these areas should be the standard.” million collaborative grant from the NSF will support a new research focus for the St.

STEM education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 5, 2024

Stewart said her goal is to propel the university forward through collaboration. “My My passion lies in providing opportunities for student success, serving as a role model and mentor to guide them through their academic journey,” she said. “I She holds a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from Mississippi State University and a Ph.D.

University

Steve Keating

AUGUST 3, 2023

I have been blessed to have had outstanding mentors throughout my life. No matter where you are in life or your career a mentor is incredibly important for personal and professional growth. The role of a mentor goes beyond providing guidance; they act as a trusted advisor, supporter, and source of wisdom.

Mentoring

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 24, 2024

Studying the data, intentional collaboration, and asking students what they need are keys to improving outcomes. Speakers addressed evidence-based practices, collaboration, access, and advising. Speakers addressed evidence-based practices, collaboration, access, and advising. On Wednesday, the U.S.

Mental health

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 10, 2024

ELEVATE supports ongoing learning, training, and networking of early career MSI faculty by providing workshops, opportunities to network with peers, and a platform for collaboration. ELEVATE fellows develop skills through hands-on workshops on academic writing, grant writing, teaching, mentoring, and achieving tenure.

Grant writing

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Dr. Pardis Mahdavi For this alliance officials deemed transformative, the university plans to extend its educational offerings to A2MEND students, advisors, and mentors through the introduction of the Partnership Award. The tuition scholarship award ensures that A2MEND students and staff receive substantial support without compromise.

University