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The Missed Opportunity: Student Affairs and Human Resources Collaboration to [Re]engage College Communities

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Jonelle Knox When I reviewed the question posed to me about [re]engaging the college community, I started thinking about a missed opportunity that many colleges and university leaders are not taking advantage of; the collaboration of student affairs and human resources to create [re]engagement activities.

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Building a Foundation that Positively Impacts Los Angeles

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

After more than four years as president of York College, City University of New York, in January 2024 she became the ninth president of California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA), the first woman to serve in the position. “I

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Parnell Named President of NASPA — Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Amelia Parnell, vice president for research and policy at NASPA — Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education was named the organization’s president. Parnell begins her term July 1, succeeding Dr. Kevin Kruger, who has held the post since 2012.

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MCT Foundation Names Three Graduate Scholars to Study Student Mental Health Across Diverse Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The scholars - Araceli Negrete from California State University Fullerton, Xavier Cason from Indiana State University, and Corey Earl Ballance, Jr. Being selected as an MCT Scholar is an honor beyond words," said Xavier Cason, emphasizing the collaborative nature of the program and its mission to advance higher education.

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Empowering Change: Four Key Strategies for Supporting Student Affairs Administrators in the New Affirmative Action Landscape

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Zoom) communities of practice that allow administrators to work collaboratively to reflect on best practices and implement appropriate strategies. Collaboration among various departments, including academic affairs, student affairs, and equity and diversity offices, ensures a comprehensive approach to student and administrator support.

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UCLA Achieves AANAPISI Status

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Seventeen years ago, Congress established the designation, enabling universities to secure federal funding to address the unique challenges faced by these students. Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students, for example, have historically faced lower admission and graduation rates at the university.

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Dr. Berenecea Johnson Eanes Appointed President of California State University, Los Angeles

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Berencea Johnson Eanes has been named the next president of California State University, Los Angeles. Eanes currently serves as president of York College, City University of New York. “I am honored to join this outstanding university and its vibrant and diverse campus community,” Eanes said. "I