Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
AUGUST 16, 2023
In June, as the nation’s highest court handed down a predictable and yet devastating ruling striking down the use of affirmative action in college admissions, the Center for Journalism & Democracy announced its inaugural Visiting Professorship for Investigative or Data Journalism at Howard University. Here is why this matters. Nikole Hannah-Jones When the U.S.
IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy
AUGUST 16, 2023
IHEP analysis of n ew f ederal d ata s how stark disparities in unmet need By: Marián Vargas and Kim Dancy In today’s rapidly evolving higher education landscape, high-quality postsecondary data can provide critical insights that inform decision-making and advance equitable outcomes. New IHEP analysis of data from the U.S. Department of Education’s 2019-20 National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (NPSAS:20) underscores a disconcerting reality: most students face a gap between what their
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
AUGUST 16, 2023
Now there are four — and two more are on the way. For the first time in nearly 50 years, the number of Black medical schools in the country is growing. The fourth and newest, an independent four-year medical program at the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) in Los Angeles, opened in early July with 60 students. CDU joins Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, the Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, D.C., and Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta
Symplicity
AUGUST 16, 2023
College students with disabilities face unique challenges when it comes to finding employment. They must find a way to meet specific job qualifications, navigate whether to disclose their disability, overcoming initial biases of someone’s capabilities, along with barriers to access from transportation, work equipment, flexible work schedules, interviewing, and much more.
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.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
AUGUST 16, 2023
Peyton Manning will become a professor of practice in The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s (UT) College of Communication and Information, starting this fall. Peyton Manning Manning – acclaimed former football star, sports commentator, and media personality –returns to his alma mater as a featured expert with industry experience. He will teach topics such as sports reporting, video production and performance, leadership and communication, and public speaking.
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
AUGUST 16, 2023
Teaching has always been a passion for Dr. Shana Stoddard, who is being commended for that passion through the 2023 Council on Undergraduate Research’s Silvia Ronco Innovative Mentor Award. “They look at how you have interacted with undergraduates in the lab, how you have mentored them, where they go, what kind of accomplishments have they had, and basically your mentoring philosophy,” said Stoddard, associate professor of chemistry at Rhodes College.
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
AUGUST 16, 2023
The middle of August means that college move-in weeks are about to start all over the country. Many parents are breathing a sigh of relief – they did it! From college admissions to finding money to pay for school, the hardest part of the journey. The post 3 Last-Minute Money Lessons to Teach Your College Freshman appeared first on CFAA.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
AUGUST 16, 2023
Shawn Washington Shawn Washington has been named assistant director of diversity at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. He served as a diversity, equity, and inclusion officer at Whitworth University in Spokane. Washington earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Whitworth University and a master’s from Gonzaga University.
Timely MD
AUGUST 16, 2023
National University , a pioneer in online education, is at the forefront of providing accessible and flexible learning opportunities for a diverse student body. As online education continues to gain popularity across the U.S., National University serves as a case study to understand the unique challenges and barriers faced by online students, and how online colleges and universities prioritize mental health and wellness.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
AUGUST 16, 2023
HBCU advocates have voiced concerns to Maryland officials about how approving a doctoral business analytics program at Towson University violates a 2021 federal ruling, The Baltimore Banner reported. The advocacy group claimed that this move from the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) “duplicates a well-established, functionally identical business analytics administration program at Morgan State University,” said spokeswoman Sharon Blake.
Mongoose
AUGUST 16, 2023
Have questions about how to connect across campus? Looking for insights into what works when it comes to engaging students, from their first inquiries to their first donation as alumni? Join our August Ask Me Anything series for answers! Bring your questions to these 30-minute sessions, hosted every Wednesday at 2:00 pm ET throughout August, and the Mongoose team will bring what we've learned from working with 950+ colleges and universities to Make Every Message Count.
John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog
AUGUST 16, 2023
Note: This letter originally appeared as an e-mail sent to the Hopkins community on August 16, 2023. Dear Johns Hopkins Community, As part of Johns Hopkins’ commitment to a holistic, trauma-informed approach to public safety, we are excited to share an update on the JHU Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team (BHCST). The BHCST pairs licensed clinicians who have crisis response expertise with specially trained public safety personnel to assist people experiencing behavioral health crises, 24
Student Loan Planner
AUGUST 16, 2023
Long-term disability (LTD) can replace your income if you’re unable to work for an extended period due to a qualifying medical condition. However, getting approved for benefits can be difficult and frustrating. Policies have specific criteria for determining eligibility, and definitions for qualifying medical conditions can vary from policy to policy.
Knack
AUGUST 16, 2023
The first six weeks of college represent a transformative period in a student's academic journey. It's a time of excitement, exploration and, often, uncertainty. It's when students set the tone for the rest of their college experience, and it has a lasting impact on their success. Among the various support mechanisms available, peer education, especially peer tutoring, plays a crucial role in helping students navigate this critical period.
Student Loan Planner
AUGUST 16, 2023
Healthcare professionals might rely on employer-provided group disability insurance plans, but group coverage alone might not be enough to protect your income fully. It’s important to consider your options carefully, including exploring group vs. individual disability insurance. Your choice can impact your financial security if you have an unexpected disability.
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