Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
APRIL 13, 2025
For example, Black students in P-12 schools tend to be suspended at higher rates than their racial peers and the belief is that this discipline will teach Black students a lesson to behave in class. CMH counselors can advocate for student wellness by educating key stakeholders about the need for empathy and compassion.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Studies by Rutgers University highlight the role of social media in spreading misinformation and perpetuating stereotypes, both of which disproportionately harm the mental health of Black students and their sense of belonging. The true support of institutions should go deeper than a post or an email to show solidarity.
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
After years of studying higher education and teaching thousands of students, I’m now the parent of a high school senior who’s running the so-called college admissions gauntlet. According to Jared and Jen, the work starts by prioritizing students’ well-being and empowering them to identify and act on their values.
Counselors' Corner
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Teacher letters Im a fan of asking teachers for letters in the spring of junior year, so teachers can write letters over the summer since theyre busy in the fall, doing, you know, teaching. Two academic teachers from junior year who know the student well does the trick.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Part of making good on the promise of college access and completion is about ensuring Latine students feel a deep sense of belonging and support. Latine students graduate from college at lower rates than many of their peers. HSIs graduate slightly more than 40% of their students, well short of the national average.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The integration of technology into the curriculum opened new avenues for teaching and learning, allowing for more flexible and innovative educational experiences. This shift includes investments in mental health technologies, such as teletherapy and wellness apps, and providing faculty with training to better support students’ needs.
Timely MD
AUGUST 7, 2023
Balancing teaching, research, administration, and student support can lead to burnout. Emotional depletion: Dealing with diverse student populations and academic pressures can take an emotional toll. We have dozens of programs to provide health education to employees and flexible work options.
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