Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 18, 2025

Dr. Shantay N. Bolton Columbia College Chicago has appointed Dr. Shantay N. Bolton as its eleventh president and chief executive officer, marking a historic milestone for the 135-year-old institution. Bolton, who will officially begin her tenure on July 1, becomes the first woman to lead the creative arts-focused college in nearly 90 years and the first woman of color in the institution's history to serve as president.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 18, 2025

Private K-12 schools across the country rely on financial aid programs to ensure accessibility for families from diverse economic backgrounds. Rising tuition costs, economic fluctuations, and a growing emphasis on educational choice have expanded the number of parents exploring financial aid options. Many families now rely on a combination of school-based aid, state-funded programs, and community scholarships to make private education attainable.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

MARCH 18, 2025

This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: The post Protected: The Case for IES Resources: DataLab Makes Accessing Education Data Quick and Easy appeared first on IHEP.

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College Aid Services

MARCH 18, 2025

Join us as our panelists discuss how previous financial aid history can affect a student’s current eligibility. We will review Unusual Enrollment History (UEH), Aggregate loan limits, and Pell Lifetime Eligibility Used (LEU), and discuss the necessary steps that must be taken to evaluate these requirements. Original Broadcast Date: Tuesday March 18, 2025 at 2… More Student Eligibility Series – Part 2: UEH, Aggregates, and LEU (Recording) The post Student Eligibility Series Pa

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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 18, 2025

Dr. Nicole Pulliam In my first year as a faculty member, I was the shiny new object. As a woman of color, a first-generation college graduate, and someone raised in a limited-income home, I was celebrated for bringing fresh perspectives and ideas. Colleagues praised my energy, students gravitated to my classes, and I was recruited for every diversity committee imaginable.

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Active Minds

MARCH 18, 2025

Authored by Active Minds. Drexel University’s chapter shines as our latest Chapter of the Month for their proactive and creative approach to mental wellness and fostering community! Their recently launched “Motivation Monday” series on Instagram delivers regular encouragement and mental health tips, fostering a supportive digital community.

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College Aid Services

MARCH 18, 2025

The Federal Student Aid (FSA) launched a reminder campaign in early February 2025 to encourage families to submit their 2025-26 FAFSA form. The attachment contains email language for reference and can be used in future communications. Posted Date: March 17, 2025 Author: Federal Student Aid Electronic Announcement: ID APP-25-10 Subject: 202526 FAFSA Form Reminder Campaign… More 2025-26 FAFSA Spring Renewal Campaign The post 2025-26 FAFSA Spring Renewal Campaign first appeared on College Ai

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 18, 2025

Bunker Hill Community College has canceled all of its short-term summer study abroad programs for this year. The decision was communicated to students via email last week after school administrators evaluated recent changes to immigration policy under the Trump administration. A college spokesperson confirmed the cancellations to WBUR on Monday. "Our first priority in any Study Abroad experience is the safety of our students and staff," the college stated.

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College Aid Services

MARCH 18, 2025

The Department of Education sent the new MESSAGTB file to all user mailboxes through the Student Aid Internet Gateway (SAIG) on March 7. EDconnect will automatically download and import the updated message class table, which includes new message classes for Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) System and FAFSA Processing System (FPS). Follow the steps in… More SAIG Message Class File Update (March 2025 Update) The post SAIG Message Class File Update (March 2025 Update) first appeared

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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

MARCH 18, 2025

The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to low- and moderate-income Iowans. This program makes filing taxes simple while ensuring you claim all eligible credits. Certified volunteers use secure software to assist with tax returns and help you claim important credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), Child Tax Credit, and Credit for the Elderly or Disabled.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

MARCH 18, 2025

The Out of the Darkness Campus Walks arent just eventstheyre movements. Across the country, students, faculty, and communities come together to raise awareness, break the stigma, and offer support to those affected by suicide and mental health struggles. This isnt just about walkingits about honoring lives, sharing hope, and taking action for a future where mental health is prioritized.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 18, 2025

Moody's Ratings has revised its outlook for the U.S. higher education sector from stable to negative, citing recent and potential federal policy changes that have created a more difficult operating environment for colleges and universities nationwide. The credit rating agency's report, released Tuesday, points to several key factors driving the negative outlook, including cuts to research funding, enforcement actions against diversity programs, staff reductions at the U.S.

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College Aid Services

MARCH 18, 2025

On March 14, Acting Under Secretary of Education James Bergeron sent a letter to higher education stakeholders, providing important updates on the Trump administration’s reduction in force (RIF) order. The letter outlines unaffected offices and programs, the targeted reductions, and the anticipated changes moving forward. Here are the key takeaways: Reduction in Force Overview President… More James Bergeron, Acting Under Secretary Of Education, Addresses Stakeholders in Letter on St

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