Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 31, 2023

As colleges struggle to cope with declining enrollment as the influx of federal COVID-19 money dries up, a wave of closures is widely expected. Already this year, at least six campuses are expected to shutter, including Finlandia University, Cazenovia College , and, after an announcement last week, Iowa Wesleyan University. But experts believe that some institutions could be saved if their leaders were more open to a different option: merging with other schools before their circumstances grow de

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Active Minds

MARCH 31, 2023

As a Transgender man, I’ve always noticed the many ways people convey their shock that I am a man before and during transition. It was just this morning that someone asked me, “You have a feminine voice, are you a girl?” and I had to “out” myself to feel affirmed. I remember being in an Uber ride in Los Angeles, where my driver was floored that I was transgender, saying, “Wow!

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 31, 2023

The University of Arkansas (UA) system may be nearing an affiliation deal with embattled for-profit University of Phoenix, and UA faculty and staff continue to object to the move, worried about the damage it could do to the reputation of the state’s schools, The Washington Post reported. “The University of Phoenix has proven itself, through strikingly low graduation and retention rates, to be unsuccessful at helping students reach their educational goals, anathema to what we do here,” University

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Student Loan Planner

MARCH 31, 2023

Health providers, like physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners, all fall under the umbrella of primary care providers who play an important role as a patient’s first point of contact for care. But becoming a health care professional can be a significant investment in both time in medical school and residency training, as well as […] The post 7 Primary Care Loan Forgiveness Programs to Get Out of Debt Faster appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 31, 2023

Bob Jones University President Dr. Steve Pettit will resign at the end of the current school year. Pettit submitted his resignation to the college’s board of trustees Mar. 30, which has been accepted. Dr. Steve Pettit “It has been one of the greatest privileges of my life to serve as the president of Bob Jones University,” Pettit said. “My memories of the wonderful people, the incredible student body, and the perpetual blessings of God will linger with me throughout the rest of my life.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 31, 2023

Karen Plaut Karen Plaut has been named executive vice president for research at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. Plaut holds a bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Vermont, a master’s in animal nutrition from Pennsylvania State University, and a Ph.D. in animal science from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.

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Counseling Today

MARCH 31, 2023

Wendy Borlabi, a sport psychologist for the Chicago Bulls, stresses the importance of mental wellness both on and off the court at the ACA 2023 Conference & Expo. The post Preparing to be mentally fit for the future appeared first on Counseling Today.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 31, 2023

Samantha DeZerga Samantha Dezerga has been appointed director of the William D. Law, Jr. Learning Commons at Florida’s Tallahassee Community College. She served as interim director. DeZerga earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and humanities and a master’s in instructional systems and learning technologies from Florida State University.

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Black Students Mental Health Blog

MARCH 31, 2023

Getting a good night’s rest is one of the most important things you can do for your mental health. Not only will it help you feel refreshed and energized, but it can also reduce stress and improve your overall well-being. Today, courtesy of Black Students Mental Health Blog , here are some tips to improve your sleeping habits and boost your mental health in the process.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 31, 2023

Jessica Wilkie Jessica Wilkie has been named dean of the School of Humanities at Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica, New York. Wilkie holds a bachelor’s degree from Nazareth College in Rochester, New York, and a master’s in interdisciplinary humanities from the University at Buffalo.

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EAB

MARCH 31, 2023

This insight brief offers expert guidance on navigating upcoming FAFSA changes and maximizing financial aid opportunities for students. Thanks for your interest! To access this content, please log in or register for a free guest account. Log In Register The post What You Need to Know: Preparing for the New FAFSA appeared first on EAB.

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EAB

MARCH 31, 2023

Learn how APS resources can help with faculty line requests, program review, annual department health check-ups, and course planning. Thanks for your interest! To access this content, please log in or register for a free guest account. Log In Register The post APS Annual Calendar appeared first on EAB.

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EAB

MARCH 31, 2023

Blogs Business candidates want personalized marketing from you—here’s how to do it well Using student data to create a curated experience for graduate business candidates You’ve probably seen the recent headlines about data privacy. Over the past few years, consumers have become more attuned to what personal information companies are gathering and how it’s leveraged.

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