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Building a Foundation that Positively Impacts Los Angeles

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“I am looking for leaders who are dynamic and courageous and know how to embrace collaboration and communication,” says Eanes. “We Also, part of retention is having a measured and focused commitment to basic needs and mental health and wellness.

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Student Housing Crisis: New Report Reveals Declining Satisfaction and Growing Challenges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This staffing crunch is directly correlated with staff satisfaction and retention rates, creating a cycle that threatens service quality. Nearly 70% have automated reporting and analytics, while others are digitizing email communication, room assignments, billing, and front desk operations.

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Preparing Academic Advisors to Serve at Hispanic-Serving Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

While advisors at HSIs receive training in many areas, the frequency varies significantly across critical competencies like cultural awareness, intercultural communication, and antiracism. First, the report reveals a misalignmentor "desajuste"between training programs and essential competencies.

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UNC Journalism Dean Navigates Diversity Mission Amid DEI Restrictions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Born and raised in Brazil, Reis' academic background is in communication and journalism. UNC Hussmans mission is, literally, to prepare students to ignite the public conversation in our state, the nation and the world, and to understand the role of communication in fostering democracy. That elevates our role that much further.

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Former DEI Officer Files Discrimination Lawsuit Against Milwaukee Area Technical College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In September 2023, she was promoted to interim vice president of enrollment and retention, reporting to King. Martinez Powless, who is Latina, reported directly to Executive Vice President Phillip King and then-President Vicki Martin, both of whom are white.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Necessary support is provided through GANAS (Gaining Access ’AND Academic Success), an innovative access and retention program that serves community college transfer students. CSUSM gathers and analyzes disaggregated data pertaining to retention, unit completion and graduation.

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The Art of Mentoring: A Timeless Strategy for Student Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

When implemented intentionally, these strategies support student retention, confidence, and engagement. Many programs include workshops on public speaking, communication, and self-advocacy. Mentors also promote extracurricular involvement—another key factor in retention. Here’s the good news: you don’t have to call it mentoring.