Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 22, 2023

Community colleges are designed to serve and meet the needs of the communities where they reside. That’s why Hudson County Community College (HCCC) has decided to offer a certificate of proficiency in social justice and an A.S. degree in Human Services, Social Justice Advocacy. “We provide an education for a diverse group of people, and many of them are part of groups that have been experiencing social injustices,” said Dr.

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Counselors' Corner

MARCH 22, 2023

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Counselor chat rooms are already filling up with comments from colleagues who are in a state of disbelief. “I can’t believe they didn’t take him. He’s the best kid this school has seen in five years!” “She took 14 AP classes and three at the local community college.” “What else did they want her to do. Walk on water?” Before things get really intense in the weeks to come, it’s time to keep a few things in mind.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 22, 2023

The difficulty of making a successful transition from school to the workforce remains one of the most persistent problems in higher education. The outcome is bad for students and industries alike: a lack of social mobility and a lack of qualified workers. But California State University, Fullerton’s efforts to tackle this issue got a major boost recently with the announcement of $1.4 million in grants for projects to shape career pathways for students.

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Student Loan Planner

MARCH 22, 2023

As several of the Biden administration’s student loan debt relief programs are blocked, delayed, or under fire, a new report suggests that many student loan borrowers continue to struggle following the economic upheaval of the pandemic and ongoing inflation. The “Beyond Student Debt Report,” released last week by the Student Debt Crisis Center, is essentially […] The post As Student Debt Relief Programs Stall, New Report Shows Borrowers are Struggling 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 22, 2023

Dr. Yolanda Pierce will become dean of the Vanderbilt University Divinity School, effective Jul. 1, pending board approval. Dr. Yolanda Pierce “During the search process, Yolanda Pierce stood out for her outstanding national leadership at the intersection of religion and public life,” said Dr. C. Cybele Raver, Vanderbilt provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 22, 2023

After reading the article “Another Education Fight Over DEI Emerges…” on CNN.com, a daunting thought came over me. Some faculty in Texas may not be expected to demonstrate proficiency in knowledge transfer. This leaves in question whether it is considered a bona fide qualification or a valued skill. The article seems to make clear that incorporating a DEI statement into the application folio of faculty is not considered necessary.

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Scholarship America

MARCH 22, 2023

March Madness is upon us—and scholarship season is pretty crazy, too. Scholarship America and our partners have dozens of scholarships open that you can apply for right now; our featured programs this week include a guaranteed scholarship for families of frontline healthcare workers who lost their lives fighting COVID-19; programs from Wells Fargo to assist veterans and those with disabilities; and a unique opportunity for students in the Boston metro area.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 22, 2023

Using social media as a way to amplify one’s own reach in academe, was one of many topics discussed during a University of Michigan panel on how diversity scholars have navigated this tool. The webinar – hosted by UMich’s National Center of Institutional Diversity (NCID) – took place on Tuesday and was moderated by Edmund Graham, associate director of the NCID.

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Tutor Zone

MARCH 22, 2023

College application season is one of the most important times for high school students who seek to further their education. From applying to FAFSA, taking the SAT/ACT, and writing personal essays, there is a lot to do for a student who dreams of going to college. However, one of the… The post The Long-Awaited Rise of Humanities appeared first on Tutor Zone.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 22, 2023

Dr. Kirk A. Nooks has been appointed president and chief executive officer for The Council on Occupational Education (COE). Dr. Kirk A. Nooks Nooks has been president of Gordon State College since June 2018. He will step into his new role in May. “Dr. Nooks brings a breadth and depth of knowledge of the higher education landscape that is directly relevant to our mission at COE: Ensuring quality and integrity in career and technical education,” said Dr.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

MARCH 22, 2023

Relationships take work. That work takes place both within your partnership(s) and at the individual level. Introspection and growth allow you to be your best self, whatever that looks like to you. Try some of these tips to be the best partner you can be and to practice healthy behaviors in your relationships. Recognize what your boundaries are. Awareness of your boundaries allows for the relationship to flourish by ensuring that your partner(s) knows about your wants and needs, so that they are

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 22, 2023

Christina Knline Christina Knline has been appointed executive director for disability management at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. Kline has a bachelor’s degree in English from the University of California, Berkeley, and a juris doctorate from the University of Illinois.

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IEFA

MARCH 22, 2023

The overall process of obtaining a credit card as a non-citizen in the United States can appear daunting, especially without a Social Security number. However, international students can get credit with credit cards without needing social security information. Here, we’ll provide more on different credit card options for non-citizen students in the U.S.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 22, 2023

Rick W. Smith Sr. Rick W. Smith Sr. has been appointed vice president of external relations and economic partnerships at the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education. Smith earned a bachelor’s degree in broadcast communication from the University of Louisville, an MBA from Kennedy Western University, and a master’s in philanthropic studies from Indiana-Purdue University.

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Global Career Compass

MARCH 22, 2023

Hello to my followers – I’m going to be active once again on my blog this year. Look for more regular posts on the same issues I’ve addressed for many years: education abroad, student career development, international education and its impact on employability – from both a US and international perspective. If you’re new to Global Career Compass, I hope you will browse through the categories on the right and see if what I’ve written about resonates with you.

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HEAG

MARCH 22, 2023

On January 31, President Biden announced the national emergency declarations related to the COVID-19 pandemic will be ending on May 11, 2023 , and that means the flexibilities and exceptions in the Title IV financial aid programs will be ending … Read more ».

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