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A Scholarship of the Underserved to Inspire Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

McMickens’s scholarship centers on historically marginalized and underserved populations that suffer from inequities, particularly in higher education. I focus on one of the most pressing and salient educational issues — college student mental health, particularly among Black men.

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A Call to Action: Higher Education Must Implement Culturally Responsive Mental Health Practices

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

There are unprecedented rates of anxiety and depression for college students. News survey revealed that 70% of 3,649 students struggled with mental health since starting college. Korean pop, salsa, Western African tradition) and rhythmic exercises have also successfully limited mental health symptoms (Conner et al.,

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The Connections that Keep Students on Track

Scholarship America

Across the board, all students of color were 3-5% less likely to have done so, irrespective of any other characteristics. To help fill that gap, colleges, communities and scholarship providers are in a unique position to step in. Helping students who don’t know what they don’t know.

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“Move-in melt” is on the rise: Why it’s happening and 3 strategies to fight it

EAB

As for students who didn’t file their FAFSA, many of these students may be first-generation or low-income students who need more support to make it to the first day of classes. According to a survey conducted by EAB, 28% of first-generation students reported not feeling mentally prepared for college.

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Council for Opportunity in Education Appoints Aaron Brown as Executive Vice President

COE

Brown brings a deep understanding of the challenges underrepresented students face and a solid commitment to empowering them to achieve their educational goals. Through his visionary efforts, the program has significantly enhanced the academic support provided to students, ensuring their success and persistence in higher education.