Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 27, 2023
At Goucher College, every single student pursuing a degree is expected to study abroad for at least some amount of time. According to the school, there is much to be gained by doing so. Goucher College Though Goucher’s study abroad requirement was implemented in 2006, the motivations behind it can be traced back to the school’s founder, the Rev. John Franklin Goucher, said Dr.
Student Minds
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Kortney shares a helpful grounding technique to cope with anxiety. - Kortney Anxiety is an emotion that appears quickly whether doing errands, playing a game, or visiting with others. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety “can make daily life feel like a constant state of worry, fear, and dread.” This can cause an anxious individual to be unable to focus or complete a to – do list.
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Student Loan Planner
DECEMBER 23, 2023
This year has been somewhat of a mixed bag for student loan borrowers. On the one hand, President Biden’s signature mass student loan forgiveness plan – which would have erased up to $20,000 in federal student loan debt for millions – was struck down last summer by the Supreme Court. And after three and a… The post Student Loan Forgiveness Preview for 2024 appeared first on Student Loan Planner.
CAMPUSPEAK
DECEMBER 28, 2023
When you choose to pursue college, you are presented with a number of choices along your journey. Among them, the… The post Unmasking the Truths About Alcohol and Drugs appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.
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
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Arizona State University (ASU) faculty have received $1.6 million from the U.S. Department of Education for a program to teach K-12 teachers about civics, history, and media literacy. Dr. Lauren Harris The project, Project ACCLaIM: Advancing Civics Curriculum Learning through Instructional Microcredentials, seeks to create a specialization in the aforementioned topics and offer smaller courses that earn teachers microcredentials, which they can then count as credits towards a master’s in educati
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College Aid Services
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Beginning with the 2024-25 FAFSA, the Department of Education will require individuals – regardless of their citizenship status – to have an StudentAid.gov account to access and sign the FAFSA form. A recent electronic announcement outlines the steps required to create a StudentAid.gov account if the individual does not have a social security number.
Steve Keating
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Oh no, what are you going to do now? You told yourself, and likely others, that you would do “it” next year. You said to yourself, “next year will be the year I take control of my future.” You told yourself that “next year will be different.” Well now you, and anyone else you told, are about to find out if you were being honest with them…and yourself.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Adult community college students in degree-progressing English and math courses are nearing parity with their traditional-age student counterparts when it comes to course completion, according to a new report from California Competes. Dr. David Radwin The brief, " Redrawing the Starting Line: Advancing Equity in Adult Learners’ Developmental Education Outcomes ", compared transfer-level English and math course completion rates between adult community college students – those age 25 or older – an
EAB
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Blogs 4 takeaways from marketing to graduate students in 2023—and predictions for 2024 Insights from a former higher ed CMO I recently returned from the Windy City, where I attended the American Marketing Association ’s (AMA) annual higher ed symposium. As a former university CMO, I always come away from this convening of higher ed marketers energized about the future of marketing and what it means to engage evolving adult learner audiences in the coming year.
College Aid Services
DECEMBER 28, 2023
The Department of Education reiterates that institutions must have certain calculations evaluated and approved by an independent auditor to maintain their eligibility for Title IV aid. Read the complete FSA announcement below. POSTED DATE: December 21, 2023 AUTHOR: Federal Student Aid ELECTRONIC ANNOUNCEMENT ID: GENERAL-23-121 SUBJECT: Requirement for Institutions to Have Certain Calculations Related to… More » FSA Reminds Institutions of Annual Audit Requirements The post FSA Reminds Inst
Student Loan Planner
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Toward the end of the year, you might hear the term “tax-loss harvesting.” But what does that mean? And how can you use it as a student loan borrower? Learn how this strategy can help you offset some of your investment losses at tax time. What is tax-loss harvesting? Tax-loss harvesting reduces your income tax… The post How to Unlock Tax-Loss Harvesting Strategies for Couples Filing Separately appeared first on Student Loan Planner.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 27, 2023
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit against Grand Canyon University for deceptive advertising, illegal telemarketing, and misrepresenting the school as a nonprofit institution, according to Reuters. Grand Canyon University President Brian Mueller speaks during a Nov. 16 press conference regarding the university’s appeal to recent U.S.
CAMPUSPEAK
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Homesickness is a common problem among college students, affecting seven out of ten students. It’s crucial to understand that feeling… The post I Just Want to Go Home appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.
College Aid Services
DECEMBER 29, 2023
With the December 18th deadline now passed, FSA has provided a updated breakdown of the expanded features on its digital platforms for anyone who wants a detailed refresher. Read the full announcement of what to expect below. POSTED DATE: December 21, 2023 AUTHOR: Federal Student Aid ELECTRONIC ANNOUNCEMENT ID: GENERAL-23-120 SUBJECT: FSA Partner Connect –… More » FSA Partner Connect, E-App & TPS: Reminders and Initial Next Steps The post FSA Partner Connect, E-App & TPS: Reminders
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Starting a physical activity routine and sticking to it can be challenging. Finding the motivation to stay active is key. Most results of exercise are not instantaneous, so set realistic goals. Start small and gradually increase to 30 minutes of exercise five days per week. People keep exercising because they have found something they enjoy. If exercise feels like a chore, it can hold you back from accomplishing your exercise goals.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Dr. Jerry Fliger has been appointed president of Bakersfield College. Dr. Jerry Fliger Fliger is currently vice president for instruction at College of the Mainland. Previously, he has served as dean of arts and sciences at Alvin Community College and associate dean at Florida State College at Jacksonville. “Dr. Fliger’s extensive experience in instruction, academic affairs and workforce development is the exact leadership we need to advance student success and ensure we are developing the futur
Student Loan Planner
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Physician mortgage programs help doctors and dentists realize their dream of owning a home by removing conventional barriers, such as needing a large down payment and meeting strict underwriting requirements. But the physician loan marketplace ebbs and flows with ever-changing lenders, interest rates and loan terms. Here's what to keep an eye on for doctor… The post How to Navigate the Doctor Mortgage Market in 2024: Changes in Rates and Lenders appeared first on Student Loan Planner.
College Planners of America
DECEMBER 27, 2023
The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) may be the best deal in American post-secondary education. Non-traditional students such as those who didn’t go on to college directly after high school and now work full-time can earn college credits without taking college courses if they pass CLEP examinations. Moreover, they do this cost effectively by paying an exam fee of $90 instead of the cost of college tuition for a three-credit course, which can range from about $300 at a community college t
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Healthy eating doesn’t have to be expensive. While we can’t do much about food prices, we can learn to shop smarter and make our food dollars stretch further. Meal planning will allow you to spend less time in the grocery store and save you money. Create your shopping list and stick to it. Start by finding meals you would like to prepare, add ingredients you already have on hand (fridge, freezer, pantry), and look for special buys.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Kellina Yarrish Kellina Yarrish has been named associate director of student services and engagement at Pennsylvania State University, Hazleton. Yarrish holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Keystone College, a master’s in kinesiology from McDaniel College in Westminster, Maryland, and a master’s in education from Cedar Crest College.
Student Loan Planner
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Parent PLUS Loans, offered by the U.S. Department of Education, can be useful tools for parents who want fixed-rate financing for their child’s education. However, there’s much to consider before taking out Direct PLUS parent loans, like higher interest rates, limited repayment options and retirement goals. If you have a two-parent household and believe that… The post How to Strategically Choose Which Parent Should Apply for Parent PLUS Loans appeared first on Student Loan Planner.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 28, 2023
UW-La Crosse Chancellor Dr. Joe Gow was fired after adult videos of him and his wife were discovered. Dr. Joe Gow The decision from the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents was unanimous. UW System President Jay Rothman said Gow’s actions were “abhorrent” and subjected UW-La Crosse to “significant reputational harm.” Gow and his wife Carmen Wilson, appear on several pornography and social media websites under the name, “Sexy Happy Couple.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Idaho State University has received $2.2 million to train students and teachers to work with those who are deaf or hard-of-hearing, the Idaho Capital Sun reported. Idaho State University The grant funding over five years – two grants from the Office of Special Education Personnel Preparation – will help pay for the Idaho Hearing Education and Aural Rehabilitation program’s (HEAR program) schooling for 42 students studying to become service providers in speech language pathology or audiology.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Fran Albrecht Fran Albrecht has been named vice president for advancement at Montana State University (MSU). She served as the chief philanthropy officer for Providence Montana Health Foundation in Missoula. Albrecht holds a bachelor’s degree from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, and a master’s in education from MSU-Billings.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Dr. Sharron Taylor Burnett Sharron Taylor Burnett has been appointed chief financial officer and vice president for finance and operation at Benedict College in Columbia, South Carolina. Burnett holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Lane College, an MBA from the University of Tennessee at Martin, and a doctorate in higher education administration from the University of Memphis.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Demolition has begun on the house where four University of Idaho students were killed in 2022. The Moscow, Idaho, home where University of Idaho students Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen, and Kaylee Goncalves were killed is being demolished. AP Photo/Ted S. Warren Students Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen, and Kaylee Goncalves were fatally stabbed in the home in November 2022.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 23, 2023
The Biden-Harris Administration is providing $44.5 million in grants to 22 colleges and universities to improve enrollment, persistence, and completion rates for students living in rural communities. Dr. Miguel Cardona Susan Walsh/AP The Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development (RPED) grant progra m will provide select institutions will receive funds to bolster engagement from high school students and create career pathways, with efforts such as college and career transition programs; care
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