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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In the heart of Baltimore, a remarkable transformation is taking place at Coppin State University under the visionary leadership of President Dr. Anthony Jenkins. When Jenkins arrived, the university faced a challenging 52 percent retention rate. Community engagement has taken on new dimensions under Jenkins leadership.

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New SREB Report Advocates for Accessible and High-Quality Pathways to Attract and Retain Teachers in the Classroom

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Arguably, we're going to eventually see an impact on leadership in schools, because if we aren't creating enough teachers, we're also not going to be creating enough administrators,” said Pruitt in an interview with Diverse. “If Retention of teachers is increasing. They want to be able to advance.”

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Institutional leadership must show a commitment to transformation and creating an environment in which Latino students thrive. These are the institutions that can show you with their data, with their evidence-based practices and with their leadership what they’re doing,” says Santiago. and graduate 19%.

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How Peer Tutoring in College Can Enhance Student Resumes—and Prepare Them for the Workforce

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When it comes to preparing students for the workforce, colleges and universities have long emphasized internships, undergraduate research, and leadership positions. But one powerful and often underestimated experience that deserves more attention is peer tutoring.

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How to Achieve HSI Status: Intentionality

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NAU applied for classification and then appointed key leadership to ensure we serve our Hispanic students well,” Cruz Rivera said. 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. She notes it helps build community.

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Eye to the Future

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Retention efforts Morgan State is currently number one in the United States in producing Black electrical engineers and civil engineers, Wilson notes. This requires thoughtful retention efforts. Once students transition out of that first-year format, the success and retention office continues to work with them through graduation. “We

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How Civitas Learning Partners are Removing Retention and Completion Barriers

Civitas Learning

Civitas Learning’s Texas Leadership Workshop recently brought together leaders from ten different institutions across Texas and beyond to discuss student success strategies for higher education. These coaches bridge success and retention efforts, aiding students in accessing campus resources and conducting exit interviews.