Student Minds

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Sadiyah writes about building a sense of belonging with people from similar ethnic backgrounds and finding your crowd at uni. - Sadiyah Starting university was always a scary jump from studying A-levels because the culture, environment, and people were completely different. It is that huge step that everyone talks about. I was excited but anxious about ‘where I would belong’ as university cultures are predominantly different from my beliefs, especially with the social scene revolving around drin

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Tuesday’s presidential election is the most critical in our lifetime—with the potential to change the trajectory of the country. And the stakes couldn’t be higher for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), which for generations have punched above their weight. They serve more economically disenfranchised students than most U.S. institutions, and they do so successfully, facilitating the upward mobility of the majority of their students.

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Counselors' Corner

OCTOBER 30, 2024

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Along with the New England foliage, college fever is at its peak this week. As seniors scurry about, trying to remember their middle name while making application deadlines, now might be a good time to get juniors focused on what really matters, hoping they can avoid this frenzy next year. Ready? This is about you. A few of the seniors in your school are just discovering this, as they try to figure out how to tell their parents they’d rather go to the local college no

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Symplicity

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Higher education faces a critical challenge in fostering not just academic success but also supporting students' personal development, resilience, and readiness for life beyond the classroom. According to EAB’s recent report on the “ Student Readiness Crisis ,” a majority of today’s students are arriving on campus with lower levels of resilience, time management skills, and self-efficacy than previous generations.

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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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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Federal Student Aid will host a live internet webinar on November 8th to provide administrators with an update on processing for the 2024–25 FAFSA , beta testing for the 2025–26 FAFSA, and when the upcoming application will be available. Participation will be available on a first come, first-served basis since registration is not required; there… More » New FAFSA Webinar Offers Updates on 2024-25 Processing, Availability of 2025-26 Application The post New FAFSA Webinar Offers Updates on 2

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2024

A new report from the Center for Community College Student Engagement (CCCSE) details mental health challenges that students face and how they can be better supported. The report, funded by The Kresge Foundation, "Supporting Minds, Supporting Learners: Addressing Student Mental Health to Advance Academic Success" explores the data of the 2023 Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE) for returning students and the 2023 Survey of Entering Student Engagement (SENSE) for entering stude

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The National Association of Independent Schools found over the course of the 2022-23 school year that 43 percent of students at boarding schools received financial aid , and at day schools that number was 24 percent. With so many students taking advantage of additional financial resources, schools stand to strengthen connections with families through the right strategies and support.

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College Aid Services

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The electronic announcement below describes the federal requirements for Title IV institutions to disclose all related party transactions in their audited financial statements in accordance with guidance set by the AICPA. Schools that fail to properly report these transactions will will have their financial statements rejected by the Department and could face administrative action depending… More » FSA Reminds Schools to Disclose Related Party Transactions in Audited Financial Statements T

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 31, 2024

There are seven MSI designations: Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), American Indian Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), and Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions (ANNHSIs), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs), Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs), and Native American-Serving Nontribal Institutions (NASNTIs).

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Steve Keating

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Years ago, I was looking for someone to develop and present a workshop on remaining humble when you’ve achieved great success. I did not succeed in finding that person because I realized pretty quickly that anyone willing to say they were qualified likely wasn’t. I mean, “I can do it because I’m the most humble person you’ll ever meet” is not exactly a qualifying statement.

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Knack

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Colleges and universities have a vital role in supporting students beyond academics, offering resources that address their full range of needs. Students come from diverse backgrounds, each with unique challenges and needs. To foster a truly equitable environment, schools must look beyond traditional methods and consider building wraparound support systems, designed to help students thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 28, 2024

This year has ushered in a range of updates that will enhance how system managers can process federal aid, with some changes already implemented and other set to take effect in Spring 2025. Below is a summary of the most important changes that financial aid offices can expect in COD and the FAFSA Partner Portal… More » Common Record XML Schema Version 5.0c Launches as CPS and FAA Access Are Decommissioned The post Common Record XML Schema Version 5.0c Launches as CPS and FAA Access Are Dec

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Legacy college admissions — the practice of selective institutions giving preference to children and relatives of alumni — is under intense scrutiny today. Originally established to exclude certain populations of students, legacy admissions provides a significant boost to children of ultrawealthy families who apply to elite institutions. Legacy admissions has an even more corrosive influence: It widens equity gaps in higher education.

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Missouri State Academic Advising and Transfer Cent

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Missouri State News Celebrate Nontraditional Student Week and National First-Generation College Student Week! Next week is a busy week! November 4-8 is Nontraditional Student Week and National First-Generation College Student Week! You can follow the Adult Student Services Blog and the MSU: I’m First Instagram account to read about our wonderful nontraditional and first-generation students throughout the week!

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Knack

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Peer tutoring offers a unique experience that combines academic support with personal growth and development for everyone involved. While students benefit greatly from working with a knowledgeable peer, the tutors themselves experience an equally valuable, often life-changing, opportunity. Here, we explore three ways peer tutors benefit from the experience: they earn income, empower others, and reinforce their own subject-matter expertise.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Financial aid offices now have access to the 2025–26 FAFSA Preview Presentation, which provides stakeholders with tools for financial aid nights and staff trainings. This resource has over 300 slides, reviews 12 different aspects of the FAFSA, and is available as a PowerPoint presentation as well as a PDF file. Below is a breakdown of… More » Now Available: 2025-26 FAFSA Form Preview Presentation The post Now Available: 2025-26 FAFSA Form Preview Presentation first appeared on College Aid

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2024

How much do grades really tell us about students? According to a new study released last month : not as much as we may think. The analysis, conducted by The Equitable Grading Project, found that six out of 10 middle and high school grades do not accurately reflect student performance. Of the 33,000 grades examined, more than 40 percent were higher than they should have been.

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Symplicity

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In today’s competitive job market, understanding what motivates early talent is crucial for organizations looking to attract and retain the next generation of professionals. Our 2024 Symplicity Early Talent Recruiting Report sheds light on the evolving preferences of Gen Z students as they navigate their job and internship searches.

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Student Loan Planner

OCTOBER 26, 2024

The average American is woefully unprepared to handle a medical emergency or loss of income. In fact, as of 2024, over one in four Americans do not have any emergency savings, making them vulnerable if a health crisis or accident leaves them unable to work. You might expect Social Security disability benefits to protect you… The post Short-Term vs.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Federal Student Aid notified schools that they will transmit a revised draft of the Financial Value Transparency and Gainful Employment (FVT/GE) Completers List by October 27 through their SAIG-TG mailboxes. Financial aid offices will receive the file as a GEFVCMOP message class and have until Jan. 15, 2025, to make any necessary corrections and submit… More » Schools to Revise Updated FVT/GE Completers List; Submission Deadline Set for Jan. 15, 2025 The post Schools to Revise Updated FVT/

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 28, 2024

As we enter the final countdown to the election, I find myself grappling with a nagging sense of abandonment by our nation’s leaders and policymakers. I feel like a child whose parents forgot to pick them up at school, and the last teacher on site is asking, “Do you need me to call someone?” The issues closest to my heart—those that affect our students and education equity—are being largely ignored by the presidential candidates.

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COE

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Maintaining Inclusive Campuses After Affirmative Action: Educators Discuss Pathways Forward November 1, 2024 — by Holly Hexter Educators say campuses can maintain multicultural, supportive environments in the aftermath of mandates eliminating affirmative action and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. That was the message shared by Robert H.

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HEAG

OCTOBER 30, 2024

As financial aid professionals, we know the critical role the FAFSA plays in helping students afford higher education. With the recent FAFSA simplification roll-out problems, many of us have encountered unexpected challenges as well as opportunities to improve the support … Read more ».

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 31, 2024

With one month left until December 1, the Department of Education has released a comprehensive list of resources to help financial aid offices to prepare for the launch of the 2025-26 FAFSA application. The electronic announcement below includes reference tools to understanding the changes, a list of technical fixes that FSA has made to the… More » The Latest Resources to Help You Prepare for the 2025-26 FAFSA Launch The post The Latest Resources to Help You Prepare for the 2025-26 FAFSA L

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This fall, Minnesota launched North Star Promise with a promise about free tuition. But like other free tuition initiatives for Native American students, it’s not quite as simple as it sounds. The basics are very appealing. “North Star Promise provides free college tuition to help make education after high school possible for more Minnesota students and families,” is written on the Minnesota Office of Higher Education website.

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CAMPUSPEAK

OCTOBER 29, 2024

As the end of the fall approaches, the pressure can feel relentless. Exams, papers, and deadlines pile up, and it… The post Regroup and Recommit: Mantras for Healthy Living appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.

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Student Loan Planner

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The Biden administration has announced the most significant updates to its SAVE plan forbearance guidance since a court order stalled the program in August 2024. Eight million borrowers were thrown into limbo — and much of the federal student loan repayment system was thrust into disarray — after the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals issued… The post 5 Big Updates on Student Loan Forgiveness: What’s Blocked, What’s Open, and What’s Next appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The 2025-26 Federal School Code (FSC) List of Participating Schools is now available as an online document and an integrated search function for applicants navigating the fafsa.gov website. Institutions who wish to update their FSC information must complete the Electronic Application for Approval to Participate in the Federal Student Financial Aid Programs (E-App) and follow… More » 2025-26 Federal School Code List Released: How to Access and Update The post 2025-26 Federal School Code Lis

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 27, 2024

The Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions (CMSIs) has released a new report that highlights the unique challenges and needs of early-career faculty at Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). “Supporting Early Career Faculty at Minority Serving Institutions,” examines CMSI’s ELEVATE program launched in 2015, which supports professional development, mentorship, and retention for MSI faculty.

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Active Minds

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Election season often brings heavy political discussions. The constant barrage of political narratives, whether in debates, news outlets, social media, or even around the dinner table, can take a significant toll on your mental health. As an immigrant with a large immigrant family, I find dinner conversations especially frustrating. My family’s values differ from mine at times, and navigating political discussions can feel like a balancing act — respecting my parents’ values and pers

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Steve Keating

OCTOBER 31, 2024

I love giving people. Givers are those who freely give of themselves without expecting a thing in return. They simply love being helpful to others. In my opinion, the world would be a better place if we had more pure givers in it. Unfortunately, we also have people who are predominantly takers. Truth be told, there are people who both give and take.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Our October Team Spotlight is on Dustin Grannis, who joined College Aid Services as a Compliance Manager in 2024. He brings 15 years of experience in higher education and has managed teams of financial aid professionals across numerous schools; including four-year public, private, and proprietary schools. Dustin previously served as the Associate Director at UNC… More » Team Spotlight: Dustin Grannis The post Team Spotlight: Dustin Grannis first appeared on College Aid Services.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 28, 2024

United Negro College Fund (UNCF) recognized Maryland Governor Wes Moore for his support of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and for being a champion for educational equity. Dr. Michael Lomax, president and CEO of United Negro College Fund (UNCF), presents award to Maryland Governor Wes Moore. "When our elected leaders not only talk the talk but also walk the walk, progress follows," said Dr.

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Active Minds

OCTOBER 28, 2024

To undergo the painful process of self-reflection regarding an eating disorder, and then follow that up with the gut-wrenching vulnerability of asking for help, is a process that should only be met with a simple answer: let’s get you the help you need. However, the unfortunate reality is that, for many people, this terrifying request only brings more questions.

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Ed.gov Homeroom

OCTOBER 29, 2024

By: Robert D. Morissette, Special Assistant, Office of the Deputy Secretary October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. More than 70 million Americans report having a disability. Even though people with disabilities are part of every community, a 2023 Bureau of Labor Statistics report showed only 22.5% of people who identify with having at least Continue Reading The post Strategies for Improving Inclusivity for Individuals with Disabilities in the Workplace appeared first on ED.go

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Completing the FAFSA is one of the first steps that students and families must complete to start their journey to college. Through this application, schools determine how much funding a student is eligible for. This includes federal loans, grants, and work study programs. Last year, the FAFSA underwent some big changes and now, there’s a few more that families should know about before beginning to file their FAFSA.

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