CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
JUNE 15, 2023
Let’s be honest: in the summertime, no one wants to be reading up about interest rates or student loan options. But as parents of college students, we also all know that time flies by quickly. Pushing off research on loan options may seem like the. The post Researching Student Loan Options Can Save You Thousands of Dollars appeared first on CFAA.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 29, 2023
In a pair of votes, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down race consciousness in college admissions on Thursday, upending four decades of precedent. The court voted 6-3 against the race conscious practices of the University of North Carolina (UNC) and 6-2 against the practices of Harvard, due to the recusal of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson The court’s opinion, written by Chief Justice John Roberts, articulated three main reasons that the affirmative action programs at Harvard and UNC violated the eq
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Active Minds
JUNE 26, 2023
I have learned firsthand how difficult it is to be authentically yourself living in an area that simply does not support that. I was born and raised in a typical rural Alabama town. A population of 14,000 created that “everyone knows everyone” atmosphere where anything outside the social norm was hard to hide and typically shunned. Everyone’s journey with acceptance and coming out is different, and the shared ideals of my community shaped mine significantly.
Steve Keating
JUNE 29, 2023
Cultivating a growth mindset as a leader and encouraging it in your team is crucial for building a culture of continuous learning and innovation. You’re either growing or you’re falling behind those who are. If you’re interested in consistent growth there are some well defined steps that can help you develop a growth mindset as a leader and promote it within your team.
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.
Civitas Learning
JUNE 1, 2023
The Challenge: Deliver on the mission to provide holistic services that support the success of every student every day. The Strategy: Adopt an integrated and holistic student success management model and implement a unified student success platform to make personalized support feasible at scale. The Outcomes: An 8% increase in retention, improved advising efficiency, and more effective cross-functional collaboration.
Student Minds
JUNE 25, 2023
Sub-Editors, Sarah and Madeleine, share their thoughts and experiences about how they put their well-being first. - Student Minds Editorial Team ✨ How do you put your well-being first? ✨ ⭐ Sarah (Student): University stress can certainly take a toll on my well-being, which is why I take extra good care of myself during semesters. I think one of the hardest parts about university life for me is that I’m already so drained from classes and assignments that finding the energy to do a billion extrac
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 7, 2023
Though the Western Michigan University Broncos had a winning record (37-32) over the last six years under head coach Tim Lester, the team fell short of its goal to win the Mid-American Conference. The Division 1 football team fell out of contention the final week some seasons. “The results on the field didn’t reflect the investment in performance,” said athletic director Dan Bartholomae.
Active Minds
JUNE 22, 2023
Welcome to our summer 2023 interns! We’re excited to learn and grow alongside these passionate mental health advocates for the duration of their internship. Our interns are involved in every facet of our work, from our communications and social media to Active Minds’ daily operations, to our mental health programming and community-building. Keep your eyes out — you might just spot them at our Conference this summer!
Steve Keating
JUNE 22, 2023
I’ve always found thinking to be a good thing to do. That’s especially true before you say something. Our thoughts create our words and our words frequently become our actions. We need to think about that in particular. But I sometimes think that “overthinking” causes as many problems as not thinking. Different problems for sure but problems all the same.
Student Loan Planner
JUNE 29, 2023
The Supreme Court will decide on student debt cancellation on June 30, 2023. To hold off on such a monumental decision until the last day in the term suggests that cancellation has a better chance of being struck down than upheld. And the entire question rests on a technicality. We’ll discuss what this means for […] The post Supreme Court Student Debt Cancellation: What You Need to Know appeared first on Student Loan Planner.
Student Minds
JUNE 20, 2023
Madeleine describes how she recovered from being in the hospital for mental health and what helped her do this. - Madeleine Chamberlain I have been in the hospital twice for mental health during manic episodes. Both times it has taken time to heal afterwards to get back to feeling fully myself. Time to heal from being in an episode, and time to heal from being in a hospital under section.
IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy
JUNE 23, 2023
By: Marián Vargas and Kim Dancy Are today’s students getting ahead, getting by, or even falling behind when it comes to their post-college earnings? IHEP’s Equitable Value Explorer , an interactive data visualization tool that compares the post-college student earnings for more than 4,000 colleges and universities across the country , is helping to answer that question.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 13, 2023
Hampton University has established a School of Religion. “Given that we’ve hosted the [Hampton University Ministers’ Conference] for over a century – in terms of timing, I think this is long overdue,” said Hampton President Darrell K. Williams. “Although we are not a religious institution, it is certainly a part of our fabric and our foundation. We see the development of the School of Religion as a natural progression.
Active Minds
JUNE 1, 2023
With the golden sun of June upon us, we’re diving into the heart of Pride Month, a time for reflecting on strides made in LGBTQ+ rights, acknowledging persistent barriers, and recommitting ourselves to the path of inclusivity and respect for all. In the spirit of this celebration, we’re taking a stand against book bans and the attacks on transgender students, reinforcing our unwavering support for the rights of our LGBTQ+ youth and young adults and working to safeguard their mental health in eve
Steve Keating
JUNE 18, 2023
I have, unfortunately, actually seen people promoted into leadership positions because they “looked like a leader.” When I have asked what about those people’s look qualified them for a leadership position I was told, “that’s hard to define but look at them, they are obviously a leader.” So that’s obviously, at least to me, completely ridiculous. There is no leadership “look.
Counseling Today
JUNE 1, 2023
Intimate partner violence among LGBTQ+ individuals often goes unacknowledged and untreated, despite occurring at rates equal to or greater than those experienced by heterosexual couples. The post Addressing intimate partner violence with LGBTQ+ clients appeared first on Counseling Today.
Student Minds
JUNE 5, 2023
Emily shares her experience of loneliness whilst at university and her tips for how to make changes to help with feelings of isolation. - Emily Until March of this year, my university experience had been a fairly positive one. There were ups and downs, but I always felt I had a good group of friends and a great boyfriend to support me through difficult times.
Symplicity
JUNE 29, 2023
If you, like me, are a career services professional just making your way through this crazy, high-tech world to stay connected to your students, Application Programming Interface (or API) probably doesn’t mean much to you!
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 12, 2023
The high school class of 2023 had an experience that was inevitably shaped by COVID-19. The pandemic hit when they were freshmen and many students endured over a year of remote learning, with limited access to school counseling services and extracurricular activities. Now, as the COVID cohort graduates and gets ready for higher education, a new report shows how the pandemic affected their college and career choices, both positively and negatively.
Active Minds
JUNE 15, 2023
Recently, Active Minds shared about the importance of advocacy and policy in championing LGBTQ+ rights and creating a world where everyone feels safe, accepted, and welcome to live authentically. A clear connection exists between ensuring that right and creating a world where mental health is valued and prioritized. That kind of change can’t happen overnight, but that doesn’t mean we can’t play a part in making it happen sooner than later.
Steve Keating
JUNE 11, 2023
Whenever I ask people in leadership positions where they need the most help I hear, “I need to be more inspiring.” “I need to help my people be more motivated.” Those are common responses. So is the response I get when I ask “what are you doing about that? The answer to that question is most often crickets! Becoming a more inspiring leader requires a combination of personal qualities, effective communication, and the ability to motivate and empower others.
Counseling Today
JUNE 9, 2023
Advocates and allies say counselors can take additional steps to offer support, both professionally and politically. The post Legislative bills increase fear and trauma in transgender community appeared first on Counseling Today.
Civitas Learning
JUNE 27, 2023
Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Youtube Today we have a panel of guests! Joining today is Landon Peterson, Director of Academic Advising at Snow College, Julia Carlo, Executive Director of Advising at Northeastern State University, and our own Rob Friedhoff, Vice President of Community Development at Civitas Learning. If you’d like to hear a previous episode with Rob Friedhoff, he spoke about boosting academic advising capacity in Season 1, Episode 7.
EAB
JUNE 20, 2023
Podcast How Drexel and Saxbys Partnered to Boost Experiential Learning Episode 155. June 20, 2023. Welcome to the Office Hours with EAB podcast. You can join the conversation on social media using #EABOfficeHours. Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud and Stitcher or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 22, 2023
Dr. Valerie Kinloch , will become president of Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU), effective Aug. 1. Dr. Valerie Kinloch and Trustee Steven Boyd Kinloch is currently the Renée and Richard Goldman Dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Education. She previously was associate dean and professor at The Ohio State University; assistant professor of English Education at Columbia University; and assistant professor of English at University of Houston-Downtown.
Active Minds
JUNE 9, 2023
Early detection and accurate diagnosis are critical to effectively treating mental health conditions. With the help of artificial intelligence (AI), it is now possible to improve the accuracy of diagnosis and identify symptoms of mental health conditions at an earlier stage. AI algorithms can analyze large amounts of data, including patient history, symptoms, and other relevant information, to identify patterns that may not be evident to a human clinician.
Steve Keating
JUNE 8, 2023
In a world often defined by self-promotion and self-centeredness, humility remains a timeless virtue that holds immeasurable importance. True humility is a remarkable strength that allows individuals to thrive. It fosters genuine connections. It helps people contribute meaningfully to their organizations and society. Years ago when I was working with the Dale Carnegie Organization I had a client who wanted Humility Training for their organization.
Symplicity
JUNE 19, 2023
In today's job market, having the right technical skills is no longer enough to succeed. Employers are increasingly looking for candidates who possess a range of soft skills, such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. These skills are essential for building strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and customers, and for adapting to the changing demands of the workplace.
College Aid Services
JUNE 12, 2023
In celebration of Juneteenth, the Department of Education will hold a special webinar titled “The Legacy of HBCUs: A Juneteenth Celebration” on Wednesday, June 14th, 2023 at 1:00 PM ET. The webinar will focus on the history and impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The webinar description reads: “HBCUs are a source of… More » The Legacy of HBCUs Webinar The post The Legacy of HBCUs Webinar first appeared on College Aid Services.
Patter by Pat Thomson
JUNE 26, 2023
This is a little exercise from my workshops and retreats. I don’t always do it. And I only do it with people who won’t think it’s really silly. But if people are prepared to go with it, then it can be interesting. So what is it then? Well, I sometimes ask people to pause and take five or ten minutes to write a letter to themselves from their writing.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 1, 2023
Dr. Badia Ahad will become dean of Oxford College at Emory University, effective Aug. 1. Dr. Badia Ahad Ahad is currently vice provost for faculty affairs and professor of English at Loyola University Chicago. “I think my most important role as dean will be to ensure that students, faculty and staff have the tools and the resources that they need to be and to do their best,” Ahad said.
EAB
JUNE 1, 2023
Blogs 3 considerations for prison education programs What you need to know ahead of July’s restoration of Second Chance Pell grants Given the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated students expected in July 2023 , many institutions are beginning to develop plans for Prison Education Programs (PEPs). However, before building new programs, institutions should carefully consider the needs of this population as well as the regulatory requirements intended to protect them from predatory p
Steve Keating
JUNE 1, 2023
Creativity and innovation are crucial for driving growth and staying competitive in today’s rapidly evolving world. Most people would say that’s true especially for companies that manufacture products. But it’s true for all organizations; for profit companies, nonprofit organizations and government entities. Change is everywhere and it’s picking up stream.
Symplicity
JUNE 13, 2023
At the beginning of March, Symplicity Recruit conducted its second annual student survey to learn more about how Gen Z approaches the job search process as they near their college graduation dates. Through the responses, Symplicity Recruit gained a better understanding of some of the challenges students face throughout the application process and what their advice is for recruiters and career advisors looking to increase engagement.
College Aid Services
JUNE 1, 2023
At College Aid Services, we are thrilled to join the world in celebrating Pride Month! As an organization we strongly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse environment for all. Did you know that College Aid Services is a Certified LGBTBE® (Certified LGBT Business Enterprise®) by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) Supplier Diversity… More » Celebrating Pride Month and Embracing Diversity at College Aid Services The post Celebrating Pride Month and Embracing Diversity at C
Civitas Learning
JUNE 13, 2023
Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Youtube In this episode, Dr. John Rindy covers a lot of ground when discussing proactive academic support. Dr. Rindy is the Assistant Vice President for Career and Academic Progress at Slippery Rock University in Pennsylvania and has changed their strategies to be data-informed action. Dr. Rindy shares Slippery Rock’s initiatives on how to help all students succeed with increasing student needs and shrinking resources.
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