Student Minds

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

The Student Minds Blog Editorial Team has gathered the tips and experiences of students across the UK to create their first Survival Guide to University. - Student Minds Blog Editorial Team ⭐ What do you think is important for freshers to do in their first week? ⭐ Find a friend :) Try out sports clubs and societies Try your best to get outside and try new things Find their way around classes and learn where lecture buildings are Go to as many freshers events as possible and talk to as many peopl

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

An upcoming exhibition at Brown University will depict the incarcerated life of political activist Mumia Abu-Jamal, through a collection of written papers and other materials, to educate people on the realities and inequalities of the American prison system. Mumia Abu-Jamal Prison Radio “Mumia Abu-Jamal: A Portrait of Mass Incarceration” will be on display from Sept. 28 to July 2024, across multiple campus sites.

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Active Minds

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In the face of a youth mental health crisis, the urgency for inspiring mental health change has never been more apparent. U.S. Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy has sounded the alarm, highlighting that a youth mental health crisis is already brewing. Startling data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveal that more than one in five youth ages 13 to 18 grapple with serious mental illnesses at some point in their lives.

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Student Loan Planner

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

On Tuesday, Congressional Republicans announced a new effort to repeal President Biden’s new income-driven repayment plan, which administration officials have billed as the most affordable student loan payment plan ever. The Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan is replacing the Revised Pay As You Earn (REPAYE) plan. Among other features, the SAVE plan will […] The post GOP Seeks to Repeal Biden’s New Student Loan Payment Plan as Millions Sign Up appeared first on Student Loan P

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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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Student Minds

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Alice shares her experience of how she reframed her mindset to see procrastination in a different way and how this has helped her to get things done. Alice Procrastination: it is more than just being lazy, despite what some people may keep telling you. It’s not ignorance or blatantly not caring. It’s rooted a lot deeper. Now what exactly is procrastination?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Fall marks the beginning of the school year for students nationwide. For high school seniors, the fall also marks the beginning of college application season. As we all know, time moves faster once all of the activities and classes begin. Now is the best time. The post How to Prep for the 2024-2025 FAFSA This Fall appeared first on CFAA.

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Counseling Today

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Without the awareness and willingness to acknowledge how they have benefited from cultural racism, white counselors risk creating fractured alliances and distrust in the therapeutic process. The post Navigating white privilege in the counseling room appeared first on Counseling Today.

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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

As previously announced, the EDExpress for Windows 2024–25 software will have a new user interface and Federal Student Aid is providing users an opportunity to learn more about the changes with a two-part webinar series. The EDExpress 2024–25 Modernization Part 1 Webinar will be held on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023 from 1–2 p.m. ET. Part… More » EDExpress 2024–25 Modernization Part 1 Webinar The post EDExpress 2024–25 Modernization Part 1 Webinar first appeared on College Aid Services.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

New faculty unions at Howard Community College and Frederick Community College have been certified and recognized, with full-time faculty recognized as AFT-Maryland members, Maryland Matters reported. The organizations were formed under a new law that recognizes unions if more than half the members sign authorization cards saying they’d like to join.

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Student Loan Planner

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

If you made more payments than required by the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, there’s good news — you can probably get your money back. In this guide, learn how you can get a PSLF overpayment refund. Why are PSLF payments being refunded? PSLF is ideal for borrowers who work in the public sector for […] The post How to Get a PSLF Overpayment Refund appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Ready Education

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Research has shown time and time again that feeling a sense of belonging to a campus community is essential to the long-term success of students. Whether they live on campus, commute to and from classes, or learn online, students need to feel connected to their peers as well as their teachers and advisors. When they face challenges later down the line––whether it’s a difficult academic class or a personal experience that makes them rethink the value of continuing the pursuit of their degree––it’

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Counseling Today

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The recent rise in suicide rates among marginalized communities highlights the need for counselors to use culturally responsive practices when assessing suicide risk. The post Taking a culturally responsive approach to suicide assessment appeared first on Counseling Today.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

North Carolina is the only U.S. state where the average income for graduates falls below each state's living wage, according to findings from a recent ranking by business advice experts Venture Smarter. The rankings were formulated by comparing average entry-level graduate salaries for each state and state living wages, the latter being the minimum income necessary for a worker to meet basic needs.

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Scholarship America

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

by Kyle Walcott for Scholarship America Makayla Dawkins, a public health major at the University of Connecticut, found her passion for public health at an early age through volunteer experiences. She stated, “Through empathy, humility, and a dedication to addressing taboo issues, I aspire to contribute to the well-being of individuals and communities, promote health equity, and create positive social change.

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Steve Keating

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

I think it was Mark Twain who said, “denial ain’t just a river in Egypt.” Denial is a big deal and it stunts people’s opportunity for success. Dealing with people in denial can be challenging. Especially when they are resistant to accepting facts or acknowledging a problem. Whether you’re trying to help someone with a personal issue or discussing a broader topic, like a political issue, here are some strategies to engage with individuals in denial: • Stay Calm and Patient: Remain composed

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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In August, the U.S. Department of Education announced settlement agreements with five law schools after a Federal Student Aid investigation revealed that the schools improperly disbursed Title IV funds. The schools had distributed funds to students who were enrolled in unaccredited programs, resulting in nearly $2.9 million in ineligible disbursements made to 92 students across… More » Is your institution compliant with Title IV regulations?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

RIVERSIDE, Calif-- As Americans express increasing skepticism about the value of higher education, how much colleges contribute to social mobility has come into the spotlight. With student debt spiraling out of control, people are increasingly interested in examining whether the tuition really pays off in terms of economic benefits. In recent years, the U.S.

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Patter by Pat Thomson

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Yes, yes, yes. Too much signposting is a Real Thing. Pamela Haug, a uthor of Revise, refers to signposting as traffic direction. Haug reckons that academic writers often spend too much time directing traffic and not enough time getting where they need to go. She says that too much signposting means that You’re getting in the way of your own work – by either padding it with distancing, muffling or prefatory language – or objectifying it with explicit traffic directions, forecasting, signposting,

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Steve Keating

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

I had a disturbing conversation recently with someone who is very proud of their integrity and reputation. Actually the conversation was disturbing precisely because they claimed to be so proud of their integrity and the credibility that came with in. We were discussing a sales opportunities. This person had several “ideas” on what they could do to “tip the scales” in their favor.

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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than 4 Million Student Loan Borrowers Are Enrolled in the New SAVE Plan Press Release: SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 | Contact: Press Office, (202) 401-1576, press@ed.gov The U.S. Department of Education today announced more than 4 million student loan borrowers are enrolled in the Biden-Harris Administration’s new Saving on A Valuable Education… More » More Than 4 Million Student Loan Borrowers Are Enrolled in the New SAVE Plan The post More Than

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Cutting across political party lines, an overwhelming majority of Americans see veterans’ services as a priority (Schaeffer, 2021). Given that less than 1% of Americans have served in the military, administrative leaders across all education sectors often have a learning curve. Military friendly is a common phrase used by organizations to communicate an appreciation of military service members (Kirchner, et al., 2020).

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Student Privacy Compass

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

FPF K12 Student Privacy Train-the-Trainer 2023-2024 Program Since 2013, over 130 new student privacy laws have passed in 42 states,…

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Counseling Today

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

To decrease the stigma around mental health in society, we must confront stigmatizing and biased thinking in the clinical world. The post Assess more, judge less appeared first on Counseling Today.

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Scholarship America

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The new school year is here, and that means the start of another busy scholarship season! Now is the perfect time to start making your plans, researching the scholarships you want to apply for and brushing up on the do’s and don’ts of scholarship applications. To help you get started, we’re featuring four Scholarship America partners, including a $25,000 award from Chick-fil-A, a guaranteed scholarship for those who lost a parent in the fight against COVID, and programs for stu

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Dr. Corey D. B. Walker has become dean of the Wake Forest University School of Divinity, effective immediately. Dr. Corey D. B. Walker Walker, a scholar of religion, Wake Forest Professor of the Humanities, and ordained American Baptist clergyperson, has been the school’s interim dean since January. His scholarly focus is on African American religion, philosophy, history, and culture.

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Counselors' Corner

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. School has just started in many districts, and the counselor chat rooms are already rich with concerns about the subject we love to hate in the fall—schedule changes. No sooner do we get through with orientation sessions where we tell the students how much we care about them, and we’re saying no to a schedule change that “will ruin their lives.

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Student Loan Planner

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Key Takeaways: Own-occupation disability insurance is specialty-specific, meaning you can receive disability income if you’re unable to perform the substantial duties of your medical or dental specialty due to a disabling injury or medical condition. But if you also want the option to work in another occupation while collecting benefits, you’ll need a “true” own-occupation […] The post MassMutual Disability Insurance Review: Flexible Coverage for Physicians appeared first on Student Loan P

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CAMPUSPEAK

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of the college environment, the concept of belonging has emerged as a critical element in fostering… The post Belonging is not a Buzzword appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

More than half of Jewish students surveyed (57%) reported witnessing or experiencing an antisemitic incident, either on campus or in public, according to findings from a recent joint Jewish on Campus-Ipsos survey. Julia Jassey For the national survey, supported by the World Jewish Congress, investigators interviewed 2,020 college students from the general population and 1,022 who identified as Jewish about their perceptions of and experiences with antisemitism.

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College Planners of America

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

When companies compete for the best employees, the quality of their benefits packages is a key differentiator. Prospective employees look for a comprehensive package that will improve their financial condition and help them prepare for the future. An IRS Section 127 Educational Assistance Program (EAP) works toward both of these goals, with long-term rewards for employees.

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Ready Education

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In today's rapidly evolving digital world, the integration of technology has become crucial for higher education institutions. The digital transformation in education is impacting the whole industry. From online learning platforms to student information systems, universities and schools heavily rely on information technology systems to enhance the learning experience and streamline administrative processes.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Blogs The top 5 ways prospective graduate and adult learners are finding your programs Insights from EAB’s new survey of 3,800+ graduate and adult learners It may be hard to believe, but many of your current adult learners—and the students making their way through the enrollment funnel for your graduate and adult programs right now—belong to Gen Z. By 2024, 31% of the adult learner market will be Gen Z.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

California community college professors are suing state officials, alleging that new diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) rules put in place violated their First Amendment rights, The Hill reported. Reedley College The lawsuit – from six professors – argued that the DEI rules “mandate viewpoint conformity” and “force professors to endorse the government’s view on politically charged questions regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

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