Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 21, 2023

Research has well established the importance of academic advisors to students from underrepresented backgrounds, but less work has been done on advising that highlights the identities of the schools that educate them, the 859 minority serving institutions (MSIs) that enroll 35% of all undergrads in the U.S. Now, a new report from the Rutgers Center for MSIs has been released to fill that gap, painting a picture of advising at MSIs and offering recommendations for further development.

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Student Minds

JULY 17, 2023

Alex shares his experiences of making friends whilst at university and what lies at the heart of these friendships - Alex The below illustrates some of the different thoughts and emotions I felt meeting my friends for the first time at the University Café before our first lecture. We’d all technically met on a Teams call hosted by our lecturers, and sporadically chatted on a WhatsApp group, but still … here they were, here I was, in the flesh!

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Active Minds

JULY 19, 2023

Isolation. No one ever told me how hard it would be to navigate my mental health as one of the many first-generation students entering college each year. I sat in my single dorm room for 48 hours after my guardian moved me in to avoid interacting with the people living on my floor. I sat in the dorm room without a bathroom or proper food. I ignored my RA’s knock for the first week.

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EAB

JULY 21, 2023

Blogs Why customer service matters for community colleges Learnings and recommendations from EAB’s 2023 customer service survey I just talked to someone in registration, and they told me to call you! I’ve retold my story to two other people; can’t you see that I was here yesterday? I just want to be able to do this online—why can’t I do this from my phone?

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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

JULY 21, 2023

Sheree M. Ohen Sheree M. Ohen has been appointed chief equity and inclusion officer at Amherst College. Ohen served as associate dean for equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging at Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences. She received a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and a law degree from Golden Gate University School of Law.

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Active Minds

JULY 15, 2023

For many months I worked with the Active Minds team to prepare for the first in-person Mental Health Conference in almost three and a half years. The months leading up to the Conference felt like an eternity in anticipation, but once it started, the two days at the Conference flew by. Looking back at those 48 hours, there are some major lessons learned, relationships built, and ideas exchanged that I could only partake in by attending Conference, and that can’t be substituted by any other experi

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 19, 2023

The Biden administration has formally initiated a process to create a new student loan forgiveness plan, after the Supreme Court struck down Biden’s first debt relief plan last month. Biden’s previous program would have provided up to $20,000 in federal student loan forgiveness for millions of borrowers. But the Supreme Court ruled that the initiative […] The post Biden’s New Student Loan Forgiveness Backup Plan: 6 Takeaways appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 18, 2023

Latino student success in higher education is not where it needs to be, according t o findings from Latino student success organization Excelencia in Education. Deborah A. Santiago "Our mission is to accelerate Latino student success in higher education,” said Dr. Deborah Santiago, lead analysis researcher and CEO of Excelencia CEO. "One of the challenges we face, in looking at this data, is that acceleration is not happening for Latino student success in a way that we need to.

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Counseling Today

JULY 18, 2023

The Counseling Today staff won five awards in APEX 2023, the 35th annual awards program recognizing excellence in publishing. The post Counseling Today recognized with five awards appeared first on Counseling Today.

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Community College Review

JULY 16, 2023

Discover the promising world of sustainable agriculture and explore the diverse careers it offers for those passionate about building a greener future. From eco-friendly farming practices and cutting-edge agri-tech to impactful roles in supply chain management and impact investment, this article sheds light on how professionals in sustainable agriculture are shaping a more sustainable and resilient global food system.

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Civitas Learning

JULY 21, 2023

Explore key trends and insights about what works for student success from across the Civitas Learning community. The post Student Success Impact Report 2023 appeared first on Civitas Learning.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 17, 2023

The University of the District of Columbia and Howard University have partnered to train a healthcare workforce for the modern day, WTOP News reported. Dr. Mary K. Awuonda The joint program, PHIT4DC , will allow those interested – from high schoolers to working healthcare professionals – to enroll in public health informatics and technology courses.

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Counseling Today

JULY 21, 2023

Focusing on a challenging activity may have mental health benefits, especially for clients experiencing anxiety, depression or trauma. The post Integrating psychological flow in counseling appeared first on Counseling Today.

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Patter by Pat Thomson

JULY 17, 2023

So it’s summer break in the northern hemisphere. And there’s a lot of advice about. About how to use the summer productively. You need to take a well-deserved break. Don’t over stretch yourself. Make a realistic plan Try to include some things that are going to be enjoyable. That’s great advice. I agree with all of that. Yay to a break. Yay to getting some things done.

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Scholarship America

JULY 17, 2023

Scholarship America reached a proud milestone in 2022: since our founding, we have connected students to $5 billion in scholarships and financial support. But as we look to our future, one thing is clear. As impressive as that dollar amount is, it’s not making the biggest possible impact. Because our work, and our industry, needs to evolve. The private scholarship industry originated in a higher-education environment that was incredibly homogenous.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 21, 2023

Dartmouth College has launched the Institute for Black Intellectual and Cultural Life (IBICL), a research center focused on the study of the Black diaspora. The institute is part of "Toward Equity," a three-year strategic plan to improve Dartmouth's diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Dr. Shontay Delalue, senior vice president and senior diversity officer at Dartmouth, said that centering on the Black community is meant to uplift individuals from that community, create a hub of creativity,

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Counseling Today

JULY 18, 2023

Treating stress that stems from racial discrimination and oppression can help address the mental health inequities Black clients face. The post Treatment strategies for race-based traumatic stress appeared first on Counseling Today.

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 18, 2023

For new physicians with high student loan debt and a short period of employment income, qualifying for a new home loan might be tough. In some cases, though, a physician loan program, like Kaiser’s mortgage loan program for doctors, can help. Physician mortgage loans generally have less stringent underwriting requirements and higher loan amounts that […] The post Kaiser Permanente Home Loan Program Review: A Complete Guide appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Steve Keating

JULY 16, 2023

I don’t know of anyone who would say they actually enjoy working for a micromanager. But not all micromanagers are created equal. Some people micromanage out of a pure love and passion for their organization. Their enthusiasm overtakes them and they want to be involved in all aspects of their organizations. Those micromanagers don’t understand how they may be limiting the growth of their people.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 18, 2023

Six community colleges have received $150,000 each from Lumina Foundation to bolster their digital and mobile presence to better connect with and recruit students. The six schools are Iowa Lakes Community College, Bismarck State College, Blackhawk Technical College, South Piedmont Community College, Central Wyoming College, and Guam Community College.

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Knack

JULY 21, 2023

In a recent white paper, Knack’s Head of Academic Relations, Page Keller, analyzed the driving factors for adopting innovative technologies in higher education, the impacts on student engagement and success, and the differences between existing platforms and support services.

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 21, 2023

Disability insurance has a long list of policy decisions, including choosing optional riders to enhance your coverage. One popular add-on is the cost of living adjustment (COLA) rider, which adjusts your disability income to keep pace with inflation. But this policy feature can be expensive, so it’s often first on the chopping block. Keep reading […] The post Cost of Living Adjustment Rider for Disability Insurance: Everything to Know appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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EAB

JULY 20, 2023

Blogs If You Aren’t Growing Applications, You’re Losing Enrollment New evidence regarding connections between application volume and downstream enrollment outcomes Many colleges have seen an increase in applications in recent years, even as the number of college-bound students has decreased. This, along with persistent staffing issues within admissions teams , has led some enrollment leaders to question whether it is worth allocating scarce resources to drive further application growth.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 17, 2023

Temple University will host Philadelphia’s first fat-focused convention, The Philadelphia Inquire r reported. Philly FatCon – organized by Donnelle Jageman, Adrienne Ray, and Kenyetta Harris – aims to be a judgment-free event about building community for fat people by fat people; with the goal of helping individuals navigate a “fatphobic world;” and give clothing to people who need it, Ray said.

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The University Innovation Alliance

JULY 18, 2023

16 Ways Higher Ed Leaders Combat Burnout bridget Wed, 07/26/2023 - 06:00 Burnout Higher Ed Leadership Inside Higher Ed Weekly Wisdom Burnout is a real concern for higher education leaders. With so many people looking to you for direction and inspiration. Surrendering to mental exhaustion diminishes your ability to serve them. Once the new academic year's first blush of excitement wears off, burnout looms as you realize that you're in it for the long haul.

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 20, 2023

North Dakota has fewer than one million residents, according to recent Census data. Still, 66% of graduates in the class of 2019-2020 had student loan debt, with an average balance of $31,939, according to The Institute for College Access & Success (TICAS). Whether you’re in Bismarck, Fargo, or somewhere else in North Dakota, if you […] The post 4 North Dakota Student Loan Forgiveness Options to Consider appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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EAB

JULY 20, 2023

Student Behavior Collaborative We’re Improving Student Behavior, Together Guided, peer-supported workshops to help district leaders create the conditions for positive student behavior in their schools. Sign up now to secure your seat for an upcoming cohort and get a head start on this critical issue. Limited seats available. Seventy-eight percent of over 1100 teachers nationwide identified student behavior as a top concern in the EAB’s Fall 2022 survey on student behavior.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 18, 2023

Russell Morrow Russell Morrow has been appointed assistant dean of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the College of Business at Ohio University. Morrow holds a bachelor’s degree in media arts and video production and master’s in college student personnel, both from Ohio University. He also earned a doctorate in educational administration from Ohio State University.

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COE

JULY 18, 2023

House Subcommittee Level Funds TRIO in Bill That Cuts Overall FY24 Funding by 28% July 18, 2023 — by Maureen Hoyler Level funding is a tremendous victory for organized TRIO. It is only your advocacy that protected TRIO to this point. Today, COE learned that the Federal TRIO Programs were level funded in the FY 2024 (Program Year 2024-25) Appropriations bill reported out of the House Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services (LHHS).

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 19, 2023

If you missed out on buying long-term disability insurance during residency, there’s still an opportunity to get affordable coverage as a medical fellow. In some cases, you might have access to guaranteed coverage through your fellowship program. Otherwise, an individual policy can provide comprehensive coverage for medical fellowship disability insurance that’s cheaper now versus waiting […] The post How to Buy Disability Insurance During Your Medical Fellowship appeared first on Student

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Thrive Alliance Group

JULY 18, 2023

A school social worker or school mental health counselor can’t do the job of a clinician Every school district is feeling the pain of soaring student mental health issues: declining academic performance, disruptive classroom behavior, and an enormous burden on school staff. Some districts are trying to solve the problem by placing more social workers as mental health counselors in schools.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 18, 2023

Rhodes College will receive an $800,000 grant to expand their research on racial equity, discrimination, and justice in the Memphis and Mid-South region. Awarded by the Andrew Mellon Foundation, the nation’s largest supporter of the arts and humanities, the college has announced the creation of the Institute for Race and Social Transformation. “We are grateful for support from the Mellon Foundation,” said Dr.

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EAB

JULY 18, 2023

Blogs Didn’t meet your graduate enrollment goals? Here’s what to do next. 4 ways to revitalize your graduate and adult learner marketing strategy, from a former university CMO If your institution fell short of its graduate enrollment and net tuition revenue targets last fiscal year, you’re not alone. In our recent survey of graduate enrollment leaders, 50% said they missed their enrollment goals.

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