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UNCF Study Reveals Strong Mental Health Outcomes Among HBCU Students Despite Financial Challenges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

UNCF will host two public webinars to discuss the findings: a partner webinar with the Healthy Minds Network and The Steve Fund on March 20, and a special focus webinar on Black women's mental health at HBCUs on March 26.

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Promoting Higher Education for Native Americans in Minnesota

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

These are last-dollar funds, which means it covers a student’s remaining costs for tuition and fees after all other aid—scholarships, grants, stipends and tuition waivers—has been awarded, and it does not cover the cost of housing, food, transportation, books or supplies. There are 11 federally recognized American Indian tribes in Minnesota.

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LGBTQ Leaders in Higher Education: Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The organization has moved beyond its traditional annual leadership institute to year-round virtual programming, including webinars and mentoring circles. “We So, we started doing webinars and other virtual programs throughout the year. We started doing just last year, year-round programming,” Berg explains. “So,

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Beyond the Numbers: What Families Really Want from the Financial Aid Process

School & Student Services by Community Brands

With more school‑choice options available—from open enrollment public charter schools to vouchers, tax‑credit scholarships, and Education Savings Accounts—families are navigating what feels like a new frontier of educational possibility. Families Want Trust and Transparency Trust isn’t a perk—it’s foundational.

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How to Attract Diverse Families with Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Break down what financial aid entails: scholarships, need-based grants, payment plans, or tuition discounts. During open houses, school fairs, or introductory webinars, financial aid officers can be present to address questions and highlight your schools commitment to affordability.

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Financial Aid 101: 6 Tips for Your Summer Family Workshop

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Options include: In-person presentations with Q&A A virtual webinar with recorded playback A hybrid session that can be repurposed as a resource later Each has benefits. In-person events offer face time and relationship building, while webinars provide accessibility and on-demand value. Once your goal is set, decide on format.

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The Power of One

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The foundations approach goes far beyond traditional scholarship programs. While it awards 20-25 renewable scholarships annually ranging from $5,000 to $6,000 each, its support system is comprehensive and holistic. Were not just a scholarship program, Williams-Franklin says matter-of-factly.