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Legislation Would Introduce Grant Program for California Black-Serving Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AB 335 builds on that foundation by ensuring these institutions receive the funding and resources necessary to enhance their academic support programs and student services, he said in an interview with Diverse.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“In order for Latinx students to want to come to Hartnell College, stay and complete, they need to feel a sense of belonging and cultural validation, and we have to offer high-value programs that offer a meaningful return on investment,” says Gutierrez. All of the college’s student services are available in English and Spanish.

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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. The post Encouraging Private K-12 Transfer Students to Apply for Mid-Year Financial Aid appeared first on School and Student Services by VenturEd Solutions.

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How to Attract Diverse Families with Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Schools find success in streamlining applications by offering clear instructions, online submission options, and readily available assistance. The post How to Attract Diverse Families with Financial Aid appeared first on School and Student Services by VenturEd Solutions. Connect with us here.

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Can Colleges Control Administrative Bloat?

College Planners of America

For several decades, colleges have experienced a substantial upswing in non-instructional spending on administrative services. Non-instructional spending outpaced instructional spending in the years 2010 to 2018, according to the Council of Trustees and Alumni. The ratio between faculty and administrators has shrunk.

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Easy Income Processing for Your School’s International Students

School & Student Services by Community Brands

The growing number of international students choosing U.S. As this trend continues, its essential for schools to adaptnot just academically, but in the systems that support students behind the scenes. Thats where School and Student Services (SSS), powered by TaxStatus , steps in to simplify the process.

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JENNIFER ERNST

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

She serves as vice president of instruction and student services at Yakima Valley College. Jennifer Ernst Jennifer Ernst has been appointed vice president of academic affairs at Portland Community College. in community college leadership from Ferris State University.