Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 2, 2024

One can never be excellent when we’re trying to have a sense of belonging and inclusive culture because there will always be somebody that doesn’t feel they’re a part of it for whatever reason.” Over 200 students participated in the program’s first nine months and were mentored by Delta faculty and staff members. “The

Mentoring

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 13, 2025

Urban Education Policy, University of Southern California Career mentors: Dr. Alicia Dowd, Pennsylvania State University; Dr. Leslie Gonzales, University of Arizona; Dr. Julie Posselt, Dr. Royel Johnson and Dr. Estela Bensimon, University of Southern California. Psychology, San Diego State University; M.A.,

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 15, 2025

Faculty are not just instructorsthey are mentors, guides, and co-conspirators in the work of equity and justice. They are dismantling outdated paradigms, building inclusive systems, and redefining success on their own terms. From curriculum to campus culture, intentionality drives design. We are investing in faculty.

Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The needs of freshmen are also carefully considered, with INSPIRE (Incoming Student Program for Inclusion, Retention and Excellence) as well as student support programs like EOP (Educational Opportunity Program) and EXCEL, which create strong networks of support. The program began in Spring 2023 with 153 students, 87 of whom were Hispanic.

Retention

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Some of the programming is for prelaw [students] only, some for traditional undergraduates in mentoring, and some for currently incarcerated students. Team leaders are BMI students as young as sophomores, who help lead the direction of the program and mentor other students. Three different populations.

Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The benefit for me is that I had really great mentors who just really encouraged me and provided me with opportunities to explore. Continually going back to that same campus was ideal because I still was able to connect with mentors and faculty and staff and it really just nurtured my journey in higher education, she says.

Mentoring

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 12, 2025

I would not be here without mentors and allies who saw in me what I didnt always see in myself. Now, I see mentorship as reciprocala process where both mentor and mentee learn and grow. Mentoring women honors those who poured into me, extending their legacy through collective empowerment.

Mentoring

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 30, 2025

Intergenerational program participation increases life satisfaction, while mentoring younger generations promotes a sense of accomplishment and a positive outlook on life. Older adults feel valued for the knowledge and experience they bring to the table while also reaping opportunities to learn new skills and stay mentally sharp.

Therapist

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 16, 2025

Her appointment comes at a crucial time for public higher education, as institutions nationwide grapple with questions of access, affordability, and inclusion. "I've seen firsthand the life-changing opportunity our public universities provide to their students, their communities, the country, and the world." She holds a Ph.D.

Grant

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 25, 2025

Hosting trans awareness events, safe zone training, Take Back the Night, and Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, for instance, are effective strategies for creating inclusive campus climates. Community on campus flows from frequent, positive interactions with others, namely peers, faculty, and staff like advisors, coaches, and mentors.

Student affairs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 30, 2025

Dr. Michael Hunt - The Voices of Mentees: Exploration of Holistic Critical Mentoring with the UMBC McNair Scholars Program. While we are fortunate to work at UMBC, an institution that embodies inclusive excellence, our success is possible at many types of institutions.

First generation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 14, 2025

My primary mentors have been women of color, white women and gay men. Learning to survive and thrive in academia despite subtle and not-so-subtle racism and homophobia have taught me that allies matter and that authentic allyship is essential to system change and transformation.

Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Addressing these disparities is crucial for fostering a diverse and inclusive STEM workforce that reflects the richness of our society and drives innovation. These initiatives not only enhance learning but also connect students with mentors and peers who share similar interests.

Student success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In addition to benefiting UCLA students directly, Yoo sees the program as part of a broader effort towards “inclusive excellence” across the University of California system. All nine UC undergraduate campuses are now AANAPISI-designated, and several, including UCLA, are also working toward gaining Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) status.

Retention

School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Mentorship Programs: Pair students with mentors who can provide guidance, support, and role models. Adjust Strategies: Use data to adjust financial aid strategies to meet the evolving needs of families and to promote diversity and inclusion. Their positive experiences can encourage other families to apply.

Financial aid

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 18, 2025

This double standard manifests in insidious ways: Overrepresentation in Service Work: We are disproportionately asked to lead diversity initiatives, serve on equity committees, and mentor students from historically excluded or systemically marginalized backgrounds.

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 23, 2025

For instance, one Mexican American graduate student I mentored was supporting a Spanish-speaking client who had experienced trauma from an immigration raid that separated him from his family. The counselor felt emotionally overwhelmed, as the client's story reflected her own family's fears of detention due to shifting U.S. immigration policy.

Counseling

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Additional mentorship efforts can include pairing students with mentors of the same sex, race, or ethnicity who regularly meet with to provide support/guidance and modeling. Sessions can focus on racial/ethnic minority development and cultural pride activities (e.g., Kwanza celebrations, minority health month, healing circles).

Mental health

Civitas Learning

JUNE 12, 2025

While academic mentoring and coaching continued to show strong results, this year’s analysis from our partner institutions spotlighted notable gains in two key academic support areas: Academic Support Programs and Centers — 5.7 Access to physical spaces like libraries and technology hubs also play a critical role.

Success

School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Regular check-ins with teachers, counselors, or mentors provide opportunities to monitor progress, address concerns, and offer encouragement. By implementing these strategies, schools can create a positive and inclusive environment that empowers mid-year transfer students to succeed.

Financial aid

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

HBCUs represent something that is at the core of American ideals: the belief that every person, regardless of background, should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, and HBCUs will continue to be a critical part of that journey—a future shaped by innovation, inclusion, and equity.

Financial aid

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Fostering a deeper understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at U.S. The conversation, titled, "Championing Inclusion: The Impact of DEI Programs in Higher Education,” provided valuable insights on navigating challenges and championing inclusion in the evolving landscape of academia.

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In contrast, other political narratives about inclusivity or support for issues traditionally framed within women’s rights, such as reproductive health, may not have resonated as strongly. Instead, educational institutions better prepare critically astute Latino men who contribute to a more inclusive and equitable society.

Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 17, 2025

Since its 2005 inception, the program has graduated over 100,000 students, trained more than 30,000 mentors, and expanded to 30 programs across 25 campuses. The City University of New York's Black Male Initiative is another featured success story.

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

It accomplishes this with initiatives such as the analytic hub, grant proposal workshops, and PEER mentoring programs. Mentors serve as a vital support system, fostering a growth mindset in individuals. Dr. Brittany Chambers recounted how her mentor encouraged her research, even during her moments of self-doubt. Similarly, Ph.D.

Inclusion

COE

MAY 2, 2025

Its not enough to provide financial aidstudents also need academic guidance, mentoring, and personalized advising to stay on track. TRIO is the insurance policy for the Pell Grant, said Maureen Hoyler, COE Senior Advisor and past president.

Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Olympic rower David Banks and rowing pioneer Arshay Cooper are among those who have visited campus to mentor and inspire student athletes. Additional backing has come from Cooper's A Most Beautiful Thing Inclusion Fund and JL Athletics, demonstrating the rowing community's commitment to expanding access to the sport.

University

Close the Gap Foundation

JUNE 25, 2025

“It’s really been the first time where I’ve been the one serving as a teacher and as a mentor,” she said. Her leadership is rooted in inclusion. CTG made me realize how much I enjoy mentoring and assisting others with their journey,” she said. Through CTG, she’s found connection.

Mentoring

COE

JULY 9, 2025

Mitchem Click to view the page: Why Trump’s Budget Proposal Betrays a Generation of Low-Income College Students Blog Why Trump’s Budget Proposal Betrays a Generation of Low-Income College Students by Alejandra Campoverdi and Aaron Brown, Ph.D.

First generation

COE

JULY 31, 2025

Increase for TRIO for FY 2023 Advocacy Update Congress Announces Bipartisan Funding Deal, Includes 4.7% Billion for FY 2026 appeared first on Council for Opportunity in Education.

Grant

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 13, 2025

San Antonio College a large, two-year public college in Walnut, California students regularly credit a program called ARISE with providing peer mentors, culturally relevant courses and a sense of community. Student Angelyca Sarrol says the program has given her a place to focus on my studies while also learning more about my culture.

Tutoring

COE

JULY 24, 2025

Mitchem Click to view the page: Why Trump’s Budget Proposal Betrays a Generation of Low-Income College Students Blog Why Trump’s Budget Proposal Betrays a Generation of Low-Income College Students by Alejandra Campoverdi and Aaron Brown, Ph.D.

First generation

COE

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Increase for TRIO for FY 2023 Advocacy Update Congress Announces Bipartisan Funding Deal, Includes 4.7%

Student loans

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Department of Education and to penalize institutions that fund diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Erickson Distinguished Chair emerita in the department of Educational Administration at Michigan State University, was awarded ASHE’s mentoring award. Amelia-Marie K.

Higher education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 15, 2025

The PhD Project issued the following statement: For the last 30 years, The PhD Project has worked to expand the pool of workplace talent by developing business school faculty who inspire, mentor, and support tomorrows leaders.

University

COE

JUNE 3, 2025

Popular Links About COE about TRIO PRograms about our president the pell institute press releases about our president emeritus More News & Impact Click to view the page: More Than 10,000 TRIO Alumni Urge Congress to Protect Federal TRIO Programs press release More Than 10,000 TRIO Alumni Urge Congress to Protect Federal TRIO Programs Click to (..)

First generation

COE

JUNE 11, 2025

Yet admissions processes remain complex, college costs continue to rise, and rural and under-resourced schools often lack the counselors and mentors students need to navigate the path to and through college. TRIO isn’t a partisan program—it’s an American one—and its value has long been recognized through bipartisan support.

First generation