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From Corporate Boardrooms to HBCU Classrooms

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Project ACCLAIM goes beyond classroom instruction to create comprehensive support systems. The program includes co-curricular academic activities, internships, mentorships, and job placement opportunities. "Every student that comes in the door of Spelman wants to know more about finance and investing—every student," Brewer said.

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Why Students of Color Should Study Foreign Languages

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Akeem Williams (not his real name) decided not to wait until his senior year to get his papers in order at the placement center. Enter the foreign language course! In his junior year he petitioned professors for letters of recommendation, and he set up some “test” interviews (to get himself ready for the real thing, he said).

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Encouraging Private K-12 Transfer Students to Apply for Mid-Year Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

By creating a simplified application with flexible deadlines and clear instructions, schools make the process more accessible and user-friendly for transfer students. Additionally, strong academic programs, including advanced placement and honors courses, can offer a challenging and rewarding learning experience.

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4 Things to Highlight on Your College Application

Student Research Foundation

But, be sure to follow the instructions for each college’s application, as each one will be different! Remember: Each College Has a Different Application Process Some college applications may have sections where you can highlight your accomplishments through an essay or short answer section.

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Federal Funding Cuts Devastate Academic Public Health Programs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

An Office of Management and Budget memorandum instructed agencies to pause federal financial assistance activities, effectively freezing research grants and public health program funds. Students lost critical internships, field placements, and expected stipends or tuition coverage. The National Institutes of Health, which awarded $36.94

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Foundation Awards $116M Grant to LaGuardia Community College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Comprehensive student support services will also be available, such as career advising, preparation for job interviews, job placement, childcare, and financial literacy training. The collective will include specialized shops, labs, and classrooms for hands-on instruction and training.

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"We Know More Than What Those Damn Tests Claim to Measure”: How Tests are Inequitable for Black and Other Minoritized Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Conversely, some education professionals presume that intelligence tests measure unlearned abilities — abilities independent of or less dependent on instruction and education — and they (mis)interpret low performance on intelligence tests with low cognitive ability and potential. Curriculum and instruction must be rigorous and relevant.

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