Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 2, 2025

From mentors, professors, and members of my cohort, I realized that this journey is not meant to be traveled alone. Lastly, linguistic capital is a means by which students from linguistically diverse backgrounds can communicate using their native language. Segrest through my program.

STEM education

Steve Keating

JANUARY 12, 2025

Becoming a more persuasive communicator involves mastering techniques that help you influence others effectively while at the same time building trust and respect. Heres a handful of ideas to help you improve your persuasive communication skills. Be trustworthy: Be honest, consistent, and fair in your communication.

Communication

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 30, 2025

Social media, virtual interactions, and fragmented communication are abundant today and have negative consequences for our youth. These skills are essential for effective communication and building healthy relationships in academic settings, the workplace and personal life.

Therapist

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

AUGUST 7, 2025

She says that in her current role, she is able to mentor students and other professionals and contribute to the larger mission of the university. “I The NACUBO program will help her refine her leadership skills and deepen her ability to communicate complex financial information. I value thought leadership,” she says.

Compliance

Steve Keating

MARCH 27, 2025

Analyze What Went Wrong Identify root causes : Was it a poor decision, a lack of preparation, a communication breakdown, or something else? Seek feedback : Ask your team, mentors, or stakeholders for honest input. empathy, communication, strategic thinking) you need to improve. Tools like root cause analysis or 5 Whys can help.

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. The Result?

Advising

CAMPUSPEAK

JULY 31, 2025

When we think of mentorship, most of us picture someone who shares our background, our values, maybe even our career… The post Why You Need a Mentor Who Doesn’t Look Like You appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.

Mentoring

School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Transparent and Accessible Financial Aid Process: Clear Communication: Provide families with clear and concise information about the financial aid process, including deadlines, required documentation, and eligibility criteria. Mentorship Programs: Pair students with mentors who can provide guidance, support, and role models.

Financial aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

JULY 1, 2025

Parents want to feel confident that the financial aid process is fair, clearly communicated, and free of surprises. When families see an enrollment office model consistent, ethical communications around money, it builds goodwill—and long‑term loyalty. Families Want Trust and Transparency Trust isn’t a perk—it’s foundational.

Financial aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Schools can directly communicate with these families, highlighting the specific financial benefits and support services available to transfer students. By providing timely communication, schools alleviate stress and demonstrate commitment to their students. Families also desire timely updates on their financial aid status.

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. Arrangements can be made within the community or minority student organizations to create communication channels for carpools or shared rides.

Mental health

Active Minds

MAY 20, 2025

Don’t hesitate to reach out to mentors for a virtual coffee chat or connect with individuals in roles that intrigue you for informational interviews and advice via email. Your network remains a powerful resource. Think about specific challenges you overcame, initiatives you led, or collaborations you were a part of.

Mental health

Steve Keating

MARCH 20, 2025

If youre in a leadership position, then you must know that the people you lead want to know some stuff as well. They want to know if they are doing what is expected of them. They want to know if they are meeting or exceeding expectations. They need to know if theyre not.

Leadership

Civitas Learning

JUNE 12, 2025

While academic mentoring and coaching continued to show strong results, this year’s analysis from our partner institutions spotlighted notable gains in two key academic support areas: Academic Support Programs and Centers — 5.7 Access to physical spaces like libraries and technology hubs also play a critical role.

Success

Steve Keating

MAY 18, 2025

Dont just stick to formal educationinformal sources like conversations with mentors or hands-on projects are just as valuable. You could reflect on what communication strategies worked and which didnt. Experiment with different formats to find what works best for you. If youre a visual learner, video tutorials might be your jam.

Success

Steve Keating

JUNE 8, 2025

Listening—to mentors, critics, or even your own intuition—drives personal growth. Reflect back what you hear: “It sounds like you’re feeling frustrated because…” Seek Feedback : Ask trusted peers or mentors how you can improve your listening skills. Feedback, even when it stings, is a gift if you’re willing to hear it.

Success

COE

MAY 2, 2025

Its not enough to provide financial aidstudents also need academic guidance, mentoring, and personalized advising to stay on track. The stakesfor our students, our communities, and our countrycould not be higher. TRIO is the insurance policy for the Pell Grant, said Maureen Hoyler, COE Senior Advisor and past president.

Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 13, 2025

San Antonio College a large, two-year public college in Walnut, California students regularly credit a program called ARISE with providing peer mentors, culturally relevant courses and a sense of community. A communication major, Sarrol hopes to transfer to a California State University system school in fall of 2025.

Tutoring

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

COE

JULY 24, 2025

But for Paul, a business and political communication major who also serves as Student Government President, the Summit meant more than financial advice. One student, Paul Teeter of Shepherd University in West Virginia, left with one takeaway etched in his mind: “Get a Roth IRA the moment you get a job,” he laughed. “I

First generation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 15, 2025

MSU vice president for communications Tracy Ellig released a statement which reads in part: MSU strictly adheres to all federal and state laws in the hiring of its faculty and staff. We will continue to monitor and review this issue, cooperate with any official inquiries and, as always, comply with the law.

University

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.

Advising

COE

JUNE 3, 2025

Across the country, TRIO students, alumni, staff, and community partners will give back through local service projects, public events, and storytelling activities that showcase the power and impact of TRIO. Hamm, associate vice-president for communications and marketing at COE via email at terrance.hamm@coenet.org or call (202) 347-7430.

First generation

COE

JULY 8, 2025

Hamm, associate vice-president for communications and marketing at COE via email at terrance.hamm@coenet.org or call (202) 347-7430.

First generation

COE

JULY 10, 2025

He became a leading voice in children’s media, best known for his work on “Sesame Street,” bringing all-encompassing storytelling to public television and mentoring the next generation of artists. Hamm, associate vice-president for communications and marketing at COE via email at terrance.hamm@coenet.org or call (202) 347-7430.

Education

COE

JULY 15, 2025

First, colleges complete a brief application demonstrating how SSS strategies, such as mentoring, academic coaching, and data-driven evaluation, have been institutionalized beyond the original TRIO program. Hamm, associate vice-president for communications and marketing at COE via email at terrance.hamm@coenet.org or call (202) 347-7430.

First generation

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

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. note in Chapter 10, multiparty negotiations (such as cross-department SEM committees) require clear roles, shared goals, and open channels of communication.

Literacy

Steve Keating

JULY 6, 2025

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. This makes overwhelming situations feel less daunting and helps you focus on actionable solutions. What strategies worked?

Success

Steve Keating

JUNE 12, 2025

Relationships thrive on honesty and accountability, but denial builds walls, preventing meaningful communication and resolution. Seek Support : Whether it’s a support group or a mentor, external perspectives can help you navigate denial and build accountability. In families, denial can be particularly destructive.

Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 20, 2024

Aspiring to become a researcher and science communicator, Ealy is driven to understand humanity and science’s place in the world as it is. Ealy credits her mentors and community with helping her be unafraid to express herself through her work and ensuring any talk, presentation, or poster she makes is equal parts science and personality.

Communication

Steve Keating

JUNE 15, 2025

. • Building a support network : Surround yourself with empathetic friends, family, or a mentor who can validate your experiences and offer perspective. Go no-contact if necessary : In extreme cases, cutting off communication entirely may be the best way to protect yourself. securing finances or documenting workplace issues). •

Mental health

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 12, 2024

The University of Utah Reading Clinic, housed in the College of Education, will provide opportunities for the cohort to “serve as tutors and mentors for other incarcerated students hoping to pursue higher education at Davis Technical College or Salt Lake Community College, according to Dr. Frankie Laanan, dean of Utah’s College of Education.

Education

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

OCTOBER 15, 2024

“While research training and publication have traditionally been the standard for STEM research training programs, these experiences, especially for postdoctoral fellows, often lack structured and formal community support. million collaborative grant from the NSF will support a new research focus for the St.

STEM education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 11, 2024

It involved sending culturally-attuned cues about intellectual and social belonging through formal and informal communications, connecting prospective applicants with current students and professors, and countering widespread stereotypes about chilly climates in STEM. Take care with formal and informal advice-giving and mentoring.

Application