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Number of HBCU Registered Apprenticeships Surging

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The number of Historically Black Colleges and Universities offering Registered Apprenticeship programs has surged from three to 22 institutions in just four years, according to a new toolkit released by the Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions. The HBCU Registered Apprenticeship Toolkit, authored by Dr. Marybeth Gasman and Alice Ginsberg, provides a comprehensive guide for HBCUs looking to launch federally recognized apprenticeship programs that combine classroom instruction with p

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Peer Tutoring in Action: UNH’s Story of Access, Belonging, and Retention

Knack

Since 2021, the University of New Hampshire has partnered with Knack to offer scalable, peer-led academic support to its undergraduate students. What began as a pilot initiative has evolved into a full-scale, campus-wide strategy. Today, UNH students have logged over 19,000 tutoring hours through Knack, demonstrating not just demand, but sustained engagement across courses and student demographics.

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Outdoor Equity and Mental Health: A Pathway to Healing for Underrepresented Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Clifton H. Harcum Sr. The intersection of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and outdoor recreation is not just about representation, it is about healing, empowerment, and resilience. As universities across the country grapple with the global mental health crisis, particularly among students from underrepresented backgrounds, integrating outdoor experiences into student support programs has become a powerful tool for mental well-being and personal development.

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Beyond the Numbers: What Families Really Want from the Financial Aid Process

School & Student Services by Community Brands

In Fall 2025, an estimated hundreds of thousands of families are expected to apply for financial aid at private K‑12 schools—driven in large part by rapid expansion of school‑choice programs across at least 16 states so far this year. With more school‑choice options available—from open enrollment public charter schools to vouchers, tax‑credit scholarships, and Education Savings Accounts—families are navigating what feels like a new frontier of educational possibility.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

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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The Future of Pride: Protect Our Community

Believe in Students

At Believe in Students, one of our seven guiding principles is to Value Learning, reflecting our commitment to grow together through curiosity, reflection, and shared exploration. One way we live this out is by observing and honoring cultural, community, and heritage moments throughout the year. When we engage in these observances, our goal is to deepen understanding, honor lived experiences, and spark meaningful dialogue around identity, contribution, and equity.

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Dr. Tyson Brown Named Director of the Samuel DuBois Cook Center on Social Equity at Duke University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Tyson Brown Dr. Tyson Brown, professor of sociology and associate professor in medicine at Duke University, has been named director of the Samuel DuBois Cook Center on Social Equity at Duke University, effective July 1, according to Duke Today. Brown succeeds Dr. William A. (“Sandy”) Darity Jr., the Cook Center’s founding director. “It’s a tremendous honor to direct the Cook Center,” Brown said.

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Columbia Appoints Dr. Farah Jasmine Griffin as University Professor

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Farah Jasmine Griffin Columbia University has appointed Dr. Farah Jasmine Griffin, the William B. Ransford Professor of English and Comparative Literature and of African American Studies, as University Professor, the institution's highest academic distinction for faculty members. Acting President Claire Shipman announced the appointment in a letter to the Columbia community Tuesday, citing Griffin's "rare breadth and clarity" as a scholar whose work spans literature, music, history, and poli

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Streamlining UK University Disability Support with Symplicity's Case Management

Symplicity

The landscape of higher education in the UK is experiencing unprecedented challenges as disability services face mounting pressure from rising demand and complex student needs. With Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) applications surging and support requirements becoming more sophisticated, universities are struggling to provide the comprehensive, coordinated care that disabled students deserve.

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R. MAY LEE

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

R. May Lee R. May Lee has been named the third president of the Olin College of Engineering. Lee comes to Olin from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute where she was the vice president and chief strategy officer for institutional impact. Lee’s tenure will begin on August 18, 2025. “I am incredibly honored to be chosen to lead Olin College as its next president,” said May Lee.

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Add Herbs and Spice to Your Life

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Herbs and spices add flavor and aroma to food. They are also packed with antioxidants, which help prevent cell damage. For example, 1/2 teaspoon of clove has more antioxidants than 1/2 cup of blueberries, and 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano has the antioxidant power of 1/2 cup of sweet potatoes. Herbs come from plant leaves and are often used in larger amounts than spices.