Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The conference underscored the mission of postsecondary institutions and academics to work against dehumanizing atmospheres and support the best policies and practices that improve student belonging, community connection, and create thriving faculty. “We While TCUs are not a monolith, she found similarities in methodology.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Drawing on my experience as a mental health counselor and DEI practitioner, I offer practical advice and strategies to help CDOs weather this crisis while maintaining their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Build Strong Coalitions. CDOs must prioritize their own well-being to sustain their work in the long term.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

At the latter, she was the founding dean of the College of Health Sciences and Human Services. During her time there, she increased the diversity of tenure-track faculty and co-founded the Master of Science Physician Assistant Program, the first of its kind in the CSU system.

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Timely MD

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In this blog post, we draw insights from Tidewater Community College leaders to outline five practical actions community colleges can implement to improve students’ mental health and overall well-being that support institutional efforts to boost student success. What is a community college?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 20, 2024

With a new federal grant that Chang and his fellow UConn faculty and staff members have secured from the U.S. The TEAS project is approaching the need to support its significant Asian student body from multiple angles, seeking out what would be the most beneficial: mentorship, mental health, and curriculum.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Addressing the need Queensborough Community College (QCC), a two-year institution in the City University of New York system, conducted an equity audit that showed there were retention and graduation disparities for male students overall, with Black and Latinx male students disproportionately impacted.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 26, 2023

They conducted listening sessions and focus groups with more than 250 Black students, faculty, and staff. Another recommendation was that each school develop retention and persistence strategies for Black students using a personalized student support model, along with enhanced advising. It is monumental,” said Dr. Shaun R.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 8, 2024

Their fall-to-fall retention rate between fall 2022 and fall 2023 was actually 11% higher than commuters.” Campus housing could have a discernable impact on retention and graduation. By example, fall 2023 students with housing had a retention rate of 89.6% versus 83.8% for other certificate/degree seeking students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 26, 2023

This includes working on retention strategies that emphasize information on financial aid and mental health services as well as continuing to build a sense of belonging. Hiring practices have been implemented to help attract and retain Hispanic faculty. She notes it helps build community.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The faculty and staff overseeing EPW know each student personally. “I One secret of our program’s exponential growth is retention,” says Espiritu. In the last three years EPW’s fall to fall retention ranges from 93% to 96%. “I I track them in retention. Latino faculty at UTA closely mentor the students.

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Timely MD

DECEMBER 18, 2024

A recent nationwide survey by TimelyCare, higher educations most trusted virtual health and well-being provider, shows that 71% of college students experience mental health challenges like stress, anxiety, and depression. A lack of diverse counselors, advisors, and faculty can prevent students from utilizing available resources.

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EAB

DECEMBER 20, 2022

What the mental health crisis means for student success leaders. The long-term impacts of the pandemic on student mental health—and 7 steps you can take to prepare. The pandemic ripple effects on student success will last for years, including the long-term impact on student mental health.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

AAP staff works with students, faculty, and staff at those schools and at UCLA to create pathways. That data show that the students who attend the summer bridge program build great resilience skills, and resilience leads to retention. It also took a toll on mental health, and institutions must treat that with sensitivity.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 2, 2023

Smith, an associate professor of higher education at University of Cincinnati, said basic needs such as food, housing, and mental health care are critical challenges that community colleges are trying to recognize and address. Dr. Everrett A.

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Timely MD

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Mental health has been an enormous challenge for colleges and universities for years. Health centers at many colleges now have difficulty recruiting and retaining staff. Higher ed now faces an ongoing mental health crisis with no end in sight. The COVID-19 pandemic made things even more difficult.

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Timely MD

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Mental health has been an enormous challenge for colleges and universities for years. Health centers at many colleges now have difficulty recruiting and retaining staff. Higher ed now faces an ongoing mental health crisis with no end in sight. The COVID-19 pandemic made things even more difficult.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

MAY 1, 2024

Collaboration is Key Collaboration between faculty, advisors, support services, community-based organizations, employers, and students is also key to holistic support. One featured partnership between the City Colleges of Chicago and One Million Degrees is having a measurable effect on student retention and success.

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Timely MD

DECEMBER 21, 2022

While military experience has led some to academic success , it also presents unique challenges that can negatively impact grades and retention. The experience of cultural incongruence and difficulty with peers and faculty have both been shown to negatively impact academic performance as it affects student veterans’ sense of belonging.

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Timely MD

MARCH 7, 2024

Faculty and staff at colleges and universities have the second-highest burnout rate out of industry in the country, just behind K-12 workers, according to a recent Gallup Panel Workforce Study. Why are faculty and staff leaving their positions? Associate VP for Health & Wellness, William & Mary; Adriene Hobdy, Ed.D.,

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EAB

JANUARY 12, 2023

Given the concern for student athletes’ health and psychological well-being, we know that it is critical that these students know how to access mental health services. The National College Athletics Association (NCAA) survey discovered that less than half of all student athletes feel comfortable seeking mental health support.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 20, 2024

With a new federal grant that Chang and his fellow UConn faculty and staff members have secured from the U.S. The TEAS project is approaching the need to support its significant Asian student body from multiple angles, seeking out what would be the most beneficial: mentorship, mental health, and curriculum.

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Thrive Alliance Group

MAY 16, 2023

But a week of gestures isn’t enough to help you build the confidence and competence of your staff, let alone solve the growing problem of teacher retention. Grow satisfaction and teacher retention. Cancel a faculty meeting when the agenda can wait (try going for a walk together instead). Don’t judge, encourage.

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EAB

MAY 17, 2023

Blogs 4 ways to build faculty buy-in for student success initiatives The role of faculty in improving student outcomes cannot be overstated. Faculty members are in a unique position to provide academic and personal support to students, and their guidance can have a positive impact on student outcomes. 4 ways to build buy-in 1.

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Timely MD

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Around 80% of college students highlight increasing mental health concerns on their campuses. As campus counseling centers face heightened demand for mental healthcare, provider shortages leave some students without the support they need. Suicide awareness and prevention then become paramount to bridge that gap. Learn more 4.

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Timely MD

JUNE 5, 2024

These delays profoundly affect students’ health, academic performance, and overall well-being. The mental health crisis on campuses According to the Healthy Minds survey , over 60% of college students meet the criteria for at least one mental health problem — a 50% increase since 2013.

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Timely MD

DECEMBER 15, 2023

By implementing actionable strategies and best practices, colleges and universities can create an environment that supports all students’ mental health and well-being. Providing culturally sensitive care Underrepresented students often face mental health disparities due to their identities.

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EAB

OCTOBER 27, 2023

This trend will shape the composition of the students you serve while dictating the importance of retention to maintain enrollment. We already see concerning early signals around student mental health and math preparation. Second, confidence in the value of higher education continues its decade-long slide.

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Timely MD

APRIL 18, 2024

College faculty and staff have the second highest rates, following at 35%. Addressing teacher mental health has never been more urgent, especially for K-12 professionals. Student Performance: Minor differences in student performance can lower overall school results, impacting student recruitment and retention.

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Timely MD

MAY 3, 2024

Mental health, financial stress, academic preparedness, career readiness, and basic needs and security are just some of the obstacles students deal with while in college,” said Trevino. Faculty and staff are encouraged to co-create experiences with students. “We Nicole Guerrero Trevino, Ph.D., ” Cynthia Hernandez, Ph.D.

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EAB

DECEMBER 8, 2022

While it’s important to support Black and Latino men throughout the entire student lifecycle, our research team found four moments when that support is especially critical for retention and graduation. This time can be hard on mental health. The first day on campus. The first day in college is an important day for all students.

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Timely MD

JULY 6, 2022

College students in rural America need accessible mental health services now more than ever. In fact, the Association of American Medical Colleges notes that people living in rural areas received lower-quality health care and had worse health outcomes compared with residents of more populated areas. Availability.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

While loan payments will continue to be stalled for students actively enrolled at your institution, there are a number of ways they could negatively impact your students—and your retention rates— today. These concerns could impact retention as current students think critically about taking on more debt.

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EAB

OCTOBER 27, 2023

This trend will shape the composition of the students you serve while dictating the importance of retention to maintain enrollment. We already see concerning early signals around student mental health and math preparation. Second, confidence in the value of higher education continues its decade-long slide.

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EAB

APRIL 14, 2023

While this is worth celebrating, it’s also important to look at short-term retention rates to understand who is leaving community colleges early on. Even though completion rates have improved, one-year retention rates have remained relatively flat for the past decade , with a 51.3% for students starting in fall 2020.

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Timely MD

DECEMBER 21, 2022

While military experience has led some to academic success , it also presents unique challenges that can negatively impact grades and retention. The experience of cultural incongruence and difficulty with peers and faculty have both been shown to negatively impact academic performance as it affects student veterans’ sense of belonging.

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Blackboard Blog

MARCH 21, 2022

This has been notably hard for students, as well as faculty and staff members. Our One Stop virtual student support or IT Help Desk solutions can assist in Tier 1 and Tier 2 level requests that students, faculty, and staff need every day. Increased learner satisfaction and retention.

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EAB

AUGUST 21, 2023

People: Ensure that faculty and staff are trained and equipped to support student-parents, creating a supportive environment in classrooms and daily interactions. Policies: Review institutional policies to ensure they are inclusive and supportive of student-parents, avoiding exclusionary measures such as "no kids on campus" policies.

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