Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Paula Dofat Paula Dofat, a college counselor, funding strategist and founder of the HBCU Money Guide™ said she is seeing increased interest in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), which may be the result of some institutions finding innovative and creative ways to help make attending college more affordable.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

But for an unlikely invitation to attend a “diversity day” at Colorado Mesa University, my path might have led to a much different place. 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.

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Active Minds

MARCH 16, 2023

This week, Active Minds joined four panelists from various Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to discuss strategies for encouraging student wellbeing, informed by the findings of the report. Mental health education and awareness are part of a larger holistic approach and need to be treated as such.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In February, Texas Tech University came under fire from the National Association of Scholars after the conservative education organization discovered the university’s biology department would evaluate potential faculty on how well they promoted DEI on campus. Honesty has been crucial behind the scenes and on campus itself.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

And we have emphasized, in word, deed, and resource allocation, building comprehensive support structures to help students thrive: · Our Student Success, Well-being and Belonging area brings together and leverages the expertise of key campus services with the charge that student academic success is intimately connected to student well-being.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Dr. Freeman Hrabowski, president emeritus of the University of Maryland Baltimore County, aptly says, “By understanding human behavior and our values, we develop a moral compass that can guide our decision-making. The shift was not merely about numbers but about creating environments where all students could thrive.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 9, 2023

The Steve Fund and many national experts anticipate that eliminating racial considerations in admissions will dramatically reduce the number of students of color in selective higher education institutions. This eventuality has been borne out at the University of Michigan following the discontinuation of affirmative action.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 14, 2024

students face, particularly concerning chronic illnesses and mental health challenges. Such insights underscore the imperative to prioritize holistic support structures within academia to foster student well-being and academic success. student in higher education and student affairs at Indiana University Bloomington.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 30, 2024

They find themselves in the position of achieving this important designation without necessarily putting in the thoughtful and intentional institutional efforts required to serve Latine students well. Dr. Roberto Montoya It is crucial that institutions remember that the designation is not the destination.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 26, 2023

For a college or university to be designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), at least 25% of full-time equivalent students enrolled must be Hispanic. These two-year and four-year institutions must also enroll a significant number of students who require needs-based financial aid.

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Timely MD

AUGUST 7, 2023

According to a study by Academic Matters, a consortium of 17,000 university faculty and academic librarians, “Almost two-thirds of academics reported experiencing mental health issues, such as anxiety, psychological distress, depression, and burnout, at some point in their career.”

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website for additional information: General Information for the Public: [link] General Information for People with Weakened Immune Systems: [link] Prevention & Control – Immunocompromised Persons: [link] A Guide to Water Filters: [link] Thank you, Jon Links Vice Provost and Chief Risk Officer Bob McClean (..)

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Timely MD

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

It’s about empowering students to make informed decisions about their money and setting them up for long-term success. For university administrators, understanding this topic is essential for supporting both student success and institutional goals. Are you ready to empower your students to succeed?

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JANUARY 24, 2025

If youre a university counselor, mental health professional, or college student, heres everything you need to know about how CEEP works and its critical role on campuses. What is the CEEP program? Sending app-based push notifications increased engagement even further.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

MARCH 20, 2023

The Johns Hopkins University Muslim Association is a great organization to be a part of especially during Ramadan. Being surrounded by other students who are also fasting fosters a great support system! The post Tips for observing Ramadan at Hopkins appeared first on Johns Hopkins University Student Well-Being.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Dear Faculty and Staff, As a member of the faculty or staff at JHU, you may become aware of students who are in distress and whose behavior, thoughts, or experiences cause you concern.  We all face challenges in our lives, and many of us, including many of our students, may be struggling through some difficulties. The

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EAB

JANUARY 12, 2023

EAB surveyed more than 60 student affairs leaders and analyzed 100 institutions’ student affairs organizational charts to learn how the student affairs reporting structure is changing to reflect today’s needs. This is just one of the many ways we’ve seen universities use their org chart as a tool for pandemic preparedness.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

MARCH 30, 2023

As you end your journey as a student and begin life as an alum, we want you to continue to care for your multi-dimensional well-being. Here are some tips to guide your transition into post-Hopkins life as it relates to university resources. KNOW YOUR DEADLINES. Eligible students can visit the SHWC through May 31, 2023.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Dear Johns Hopkins University Students, Faculty, Postdocs, and Staff, As we wrote to you last week, the National Labor Relations Board held a union representation election on Jan. By a count of 2053 to 67, the majority of PhD students who voted in the election cast their ballots in favor of union representation.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

AUGUST 16, 2023

The post Back-to-school meal planning tips appeared first on Johns Hopkins University Student Well-Being. Add oil to pan and heat on medium-high heat Cook each burger until golden on the edges, about 2-3 minutes each side.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

JANUARY 24, 2023

The post Meatless Madness 2023 appeared first on Johns Hopkins University Student Well-Being. Check out this video to learn more about it, or visit the Meatless Monday site for even more information (and recipes). 

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

AUGUST 16, 2023

The BHCST team primarily serves Johns Hopkins students, trainees, faculty, and staff but also responds to calls for non-JHU-affiliated individuals experiencing crisis within our campus boundaries and connects them to Baltimore Crisis Response Inc., Input and questions are also welcome by email at bhresponse@jhu.edu.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

JANUARY 23, 2023

Dear Johns Hopkins University students, faculty, post-docs, and staff, We write today to provide you with information regarding the upcoming election for PhD students to vote regarding union representation at Johns Hopkins. The university will not seek to influence that decision or the outcome of the election.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The Office of Student Health and Well-Being publishes This Week in Well-Being , a university-wide weekly e-newsletter in Spring 2022. Our target audience is students and trainees. The post Survey: This Week in Well-Being newsletter appeared first on Johns Hopkins University Student Well-Being.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Vice President for Public Safety and Chief of Police Johns Hopkins University and Medicine The post Annual Security and Fire Safety Report appeared first on Johns Hopkins University Student Well-Being. Sincerely, Branville G.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Student Well-Being Blog. A comprehensive archive of blog posts written by students, faculty, and staff covering a variety of health and well-being topics can be found on the Student Health and Well-Being website. Student Well-Being Blog. Student Outreach and Support (SOS). The Calm app.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In addition, I want to point you to the first of two Ask the Experts sessions, “ University Policing, Policy, and Getting It Right ,” which focuses on addressing community questions about progressive policing reforms and the first set of draft policies. This resource features a conversation with Dr. Sincerely, Branville G.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Today is the launch day for the university’s annual Maryland College Survey. The survey is a random sample of undergrad students at Homewood and Peabody. Students will receive an email (and reminders) to their JHU account. You can email us at wellbeing@jhu.edu and we’ll do our best to answer them.

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OCTOBER 23, 2024

“Mental health support in the aftermath of a natural disaster is crucial,” said Dr. Lee Carter, assistant vice president for Student Wellness and Health Equity at Coastal Carolina University. One of the major natural disasters that threatens Coastal Carolina University is hurricanes.

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EAB

JANUARY 23, 2023

Blogs 4 tips to improve your college's behavioral intervention team As concerns about student well-being and mental health have risen dramatically in recent years, the impact of this trend can be seen in the caseload and complexity of behavioral intervention team (BIT)/CARE team work. Stanford University's Red Folder View resource 3.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Given past experience, including the 35-day shutdown in 2018, the work of most faculty, students, and staff should not be seriously hindered, and patient care will continue without interruption. Johns Hopkins students who receive federal financial aid will not be penalized if the shutdown delays their payments to the university.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Following several months of public review and comment, the Memorandum of Understanding ( MOU ) between the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) and Johns Hopkins University has been modified to reflect feedback from the community and is now final and publicly available. Vice President for Public Safety at Johns Hopkins.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The post Call for volunteers: Out of the Darkness Walk 2023 appeared first on Johns Hopkins University Student Well-Being. If you’re interested in getting involved, please reach out to staffers Glen Koh ( gkoh4@jhu.edu ) or Carol Spencer ( cspenc29@jhu.edu ) for more information.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

While no longer a pandemic, COVID is endemic, and we expect to see cases among our university community this fall and throughout the academic year. Annual Influenza Vaccine Since 2020, Johns Hopkins University has required all JHU students, trainees, postdoctoral fellows, faculty, and staff to receive an annual influenza (flu) vaccine.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Dear Johns Hopkins Community: In August our university proudly opened a magnificent new home in Washington, D.C., a dream long in the making and now fully realized as the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center at 555 Pennsylvania Avenue. I hope to see you there.

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EAB

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The pandemic ripple effects on student success will last for years, including the long-term impact on student mental health. The stresses and loss of the pandemic profoundly impacted student well-being, while the social disruption and isolation altered their social development. College Pulse Survey, Spring 2022.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The post Meatless Monday Pumpkin Bisque with Spiced Cream appeared first on Johns Hopkins University Student Well-Being. With fine wire whisk, whip until heavy cream is able to hold soft peak shape. Serve as a dollop on top of soup.

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