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Lumina Convening Focuses on the Power of HBCUs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As a first-generation college student, Brown said that he knew he might need “a little push to get to the finish line,” and believed that an HBCU would provide that for him. Next year, Brown is scheduled to continue his education at Morgan State University, where he will pursue an MBA.

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Investing in Care to Combat Declining Enrollment in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

We also frequently hear of employees putting their own busy schedules on pause to help their fellow colleagues, embodying what it means to be a Caring Campus. Community colleges often serve many students from low-income backgrounds, first-generation college students, and those balancing school with full-time jobs.

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Study: College Mental Health and Financial Concerns Reach Critical Levels

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Non-traditional and first-generation students face unique challenges that require tailored approaches. Respondents suggested flexible scheduling options, including evening classes and virtual services, to accommodate those balancing education with work and family responsibilities.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Department of Education, the Upward Bound program works with students from six area high schools that are identified as potential first-generation college students. 58% of students are first-generation college, 68% identified as low-income, 63% attend college part-time and 73% work while attending college.

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Learn why our Fall 2024 Interns Advocate for Mental Health

Active Minds

It could also mean restructuring economic systems to ensure fairer wages and compensation, a healthier work schedule, and opportunities for everyone to succeed without the extreme concentration of wealth. Free university education for all would be a relief for generations to come. Why is mental health advocacy important to you?

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Use the College-Level Exam Program to Full Advantage

College Planners of America

Among first-generation college students and those in underrepresented groups, exam-takers earning a CLEP score of 50 or higher have significantly higher retention and graduation rates than their classmates. Exam-takers may retake an exam but they cannot do so within three months of the first test.

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New Jersey Institute of Technology Outreach Efforts Earn It Hispanic-Serving Status

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Lim The institute — which operates at the highest tier of research (R1) — reached its goal a year ahead of schedule, after launching its Hispanic and Latinx Leadership Council to fuel Hispanic student enrollment and deepen relationships with Hispanic and Latinx alumni, businesses, and organizations. “It