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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The path to higher education success has many obstacles and barriers for Latinos across the U.S. Brown, is to advance Latino student success in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conducting analysis to inform educational policies and advancing institutional practices. Santiago and Sarita E.

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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. In what ways are you prepared to recenter your institution around Black students?

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Investing in Care to Combat Declining Enrollment in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Across the country, community colleges and universities are seeing fewer students enroll, a trend that could have long-term consequences for both individuals and the economy. A shrinking student population means fewer trained workers entering key industries, bringing about economic decline as the demographic cliff continues to grow.

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How Incarceration Impacts the Basic Needs of Loved Ones & Families

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

These dynamics affect household incomes, mental health, academic success, and long-term aspirations. Incarceration is not an individual experienceits a collective trauma that extends into our classrooms, campuses, and student services. So, what can colleges and universities do? Finally, listen to students.

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Male Resource Centers Promote Success Among Men of Color

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“The resource centers serve as one-stops with many tailored supports that can help male students of color find a sense of purpose because it typically will include things like mentorship, academic support, career exploration, leadership development opportunities, and peer support networks,” says Jez. Dr. Roderick L.

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UCLA Achieves AANAPISI Status

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Seventeen years ago, Congress established the designation, enabling universities to secure federal funding to address the unique challenges faced by these students. Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students, for example, have historically faced lower admission and graduation rates at the university.

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Radford University Low-Income Students Get Leg Up with $1.2M Grant

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Radford University Class of 2027 Radford University in Virginia has received a $1.2 million grant from the state to support its Pell Grant-eligible and low-income students for four years. It will monitor each students’ academic success and engagement, continuing to look for gaps and working to close them.