Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 1, 2025
A Dr. Joshua Travis Brown formerly enslaved educator purchases a plantation to create a school for freed persons. A group of monks arrives by foot at an immigrant community in the throes of poverty, eventually developing a network of social services. Tribal leaders sheltering from windswept plains combat the disillusionment of their reservations youth through education.
Active Minds
MAY 12, 2025
Authored by Active Minds. Its hard to believe that more than a decade has passed since the Ice Bucket Challenge took the world by storm. But all these years later, the Ice Bucket Challenge is back, reimagined by the University of South Carolina’s MIND club to support mental health awareness. Inspired by the 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge, which supported the ALS Foundation and brought awareness to the fight against ALS, the #SpeakYourMIND Challenge was started to make conversation about mental
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Steve Keating
MAY 1, 2025
Im pretty certain there is no such thing as a neutral human interaction. Every time, every single time, we interact with another human being, we leave them feeling either better about themselves or worse. They do the same for, or to, us. Sometimes its a lot better or a lot worse, but most of the time its just a little. Very often its so little that its almost imperceptible.
The Education Hub
MAY 16, 2025
Poor mental health and absence from school are impacting the education of children and in turn their futures.
Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape
The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.
Patter by Pat Thomson
MAY 20, 2025
Research suggests that doctoral researchers often dont understand supervisor feedback on their writing. When they get their text back with its red/blue tracked changes and comments, they dont always get what they are being asked to do. I remember that a doctoral researcher once told me that she had spent hours trying to work out what one comment on her text meant.She was the first person I had supervised so I was a real rookie.
College Aid Services
MAY 1, 2025
The U.S. Department of Education has released the May 2025 update to the 202526 Federal School Code (FSC) List of Participating Schools. This list is essential for students completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), as it contains the unique codes that identify institutions participating in Title IV federal student aid programs.
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Active Minds
MAY 20, 2025
Authored by Rae James. As the class of 2025 celebrates their graduation and tosses their caps into the sky, I cant help but feel a sense of recognition. Leaving college is always a bittersweet moment, the end of one chapter and the start of another. It’s a time of parting ways with familiar faces and places youve come to know as you welcome in a new phase of life.
Steve Keating
MAY 18, 2025
Im a lifelong learner, and I truly love it! Theres always something new to discover, and its amazing how learning can change my perspective and make me try things I might not have considered otherwise. This constant pursuit of knowledge keeps my blog fresh and exciting, and it allows me to connect with people from all walks of life and discuss a wide range of topics.
Civitas Learning
MAY 7, 2025
A lot can stand in the way of a students decision to enroll for the next termfrom a required course not being offered to scheduling conflicts with work. Even the smallest issues can have a big impact on your ability to retain students. Without visibility into these barriers, institutions risk losing students who are otherwise on track to graduatebut with the right insights and connected workflows, leaders can intervene before that happens.
Patter by Pat Thomson
MAY 6, 2025
We very often start out on a research project with a BIG question. Or a big problem or puzzle. Why do people think that there is no climate crisis? Why are universities not funded properly? How can we cope with increasingly turbulent weather? How can we ethically use AI in teaching?You get the idea. Add your own big question or questions at this point.
College Aid Services
MAY 15, 2025
The U.S. Department of Education is seeking public feedback on the proposed 20262027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before June 13, 2025. For more details and to submit your feedback, visit the Federal Register notice. SOURCE: Comment Request: 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student… More Public Comment Request for the 2026-2027 FAFSA due on or before June 13 The post Public Comment Request for the 2026-2027
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 14, 2025
Dr. David K. Wilson For Morgan State University president Dr. David K. Wilson,the quest to attain R1 status the highest designation auniversity can get for its research enterprise is aboutmore than just attaining some sort of higher education sealof approval. Rather, its about attracting world-class faculty, creating more research opportunities for students, and coming upwith new innovations that benefit everyday people particularlythose in Baltimore, where the sprawling HBCU campusis located
School & Student Services by Community Brands
MAY 21, 2025
For private and independent K12 schools, financial aid is more than just a line itemits a mission-critical tool for ensuring access, diversity, and long-term sustainability. But too often, the process of awarding aid is based on outdated data, incomplete visibility, or time-consuming manual reports. Todays enrollment landscape demands more. School leaders need financial aid solutions that offer real-time, actionable insights into award distributions, trends, and family needso they can allocate a
Steve Keating
MAY 22, 2025
Its surprising to me that a significant number of people in leadership positions fail to understand why building rapport with their team is so important. Many of those leaders just hope their team will gel instead of taking steps to ensure they will. All too often, they discover that hope is a bad strategy. They learn that at the expense of teamwork and productivity within their organization.
College Planners of America
MAY 19, 2025
Federal Direct Loans are government-backed financial aid options provided by the U.S. Education Department (ED) to help students afford the costs of higher education. Direct Subsidized Loans offer an initial interest-free period during college years for eligible borrowers, making them an attractive option for those who can demonstrate financial need.
Knack
MAY 7, 2025
Students dont just need support at major milestones like enrollment, re-enrollment, or graduation they need it throughout their entire journey. Every interaction, large or small, shapes their experience and influences whether they stay and thrive or face barriers that derail their progress. Its easy to focus on the big moments, but often, its the smaller, everyday touchpoints that matter most.
College Aid Services
MAY 10, 2025
On May 9, 2025, FSA published the February 2025 report on foreign gifts and contracts reported by U.S. higher education institutions, as mandated by Section 117 of the Higher Education Act of 1965. This section requires institutions receiving federal financial assistance to disclose semiannually any gifts or contracts from foreign sources valued at $250,000 or… More Latest Update on Foreign Gifts and Contracts in Higher Education The post Latest Update on Foreign Gifts and Contracts in Hi
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 15, 2025
Ed Smith-Lewis, senior vice president for strategic partnerships at the United Negro College Fund facilitates a session at the H.E.L.F convening. ORANGEBURG, S.C. In a significant gathering dedicated to the advancement of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), approximately 70 leaders from across the higher education landscape have converged on Claflin University this week for the Ideation, Innovation, and Collaboration summit sponsored by the Higher Education Leadership Foundati
School & Student Services by Community Brands
MAY 15, 2025
Summer is an ideal time for private K12 schools to build stronger partnerships with families, particularly when it comes to financial aid. While the fall often brings a flurry of applications, admissions deadlines, and award notifications, the summer months offer breathing rooma perfect opportunity for financial aid directors to host a parent-focused workshop that is proactive, supportive, and deeply informative.
Counselors' Corner
MAY 7, 2025
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. The legislative hearings were focusing on a very simple idea in order to graduate from high school, a student would either have to complete the FAFSA, or fill out a form saying theyd thought about it and they didnt see any reason to fill out the FAFSA, so theyre waiving the requirement. Testimony was running the way it usually does; advocates were saying many students and families didnt know enough about financial aid to make an informed decision, so the FAFSA could h
HEAG
MAY 7, 2025
Earlier in April, The U.S. Department of Education posted an Electronic Announcement affirming that it has officially completed its transition of the Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) Discharge process to StudentAid.gov. This shift, effective as of March 23, 2025, is part of the broader rollout of the Unified Servicing and Data Solution (USDS), which is.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
MAY 6, 2025
Its obvious that sleep is important to everyday health, but did you know that it also plays a role in managing weight? Sleep deprivation has long been linked to an increased risk of becoming overweight. Researchers have found that getting less than seven hours of sleep results in weight changes and may lead to weight gain, either by increasing food intake or decreasing energy burned.
College Aid Services
MAY 15, 2025
Starting May 18, 2025, Federal Student Aid (FSA) will implement significant security updates to its Access and Identity Management System (AIMS), which governs access to key systems like COD, NSLDS, SAIG Enrollment, and the FAFSA Partner Portal. Key Changes: Shortened Inactivity Period: User access will now be disabled after 30 days of inactivity, reduced from… More FSA Tightens Security: 30-Day Inactivity Lockouts and New Self-Service Access Tools Coming May 18 The post FSA Tightens Secu
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 1, 2025
National University (NU) has been approved by the U.S. Department of Labor to serve as a sponsor of a Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) for aspiring K-12 teachers, the institution announced on National Apprenticeship Day. The nonprofit, Veteran-founded university, which serves over 50,000 nontraditional, working, and military students annually through degree programs and 80,000 more through workforce and professional programs, aims to address critical teacher shortages with this new initia
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
MAY 19, 2025
If you’re in high school and already thinking about college, you’re ahead of the game. But there’s one important part of the college journey that many students delay – financial aid planning. So, let me reassure you: it’s not too early to start thinking about financial aid planning to pay for college. In fact, the earlier you begin preparing, the more opportunities you’ll have to reduce college costs and increase your financial options.
Counselors' Corner
MAY 14, 2025
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. A wise principal once told me how funny he thought it was when parents said June was the month when schools wrapped things up. We dont wrap things up he said, we run off a cliff. It sure feels like that this year. With colleges making all kinds of changes in admissions policies, the inside of our work continues to get more school specific.
School & Student Services by Community Brands
MAY 22, 2025
Early users report faster processing, fewer errors, and a dramatically improved family experience. TAMPA, Fla. , May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — VenturEd Solutions has officially launched its enhanced School and Student Services (SSS) platform, with direct IRS integration, marking a significant advancement in financial aid processing for private and independent K12 schools. “This is more than a technology upgradethis transforms financial aid processing, in a smarter and faster way
Knack
MAY 14, 2025
Sustaining Student Support Amid Shifting Budgets Across the country, colleges and universities are grappling with a difficult truth: even as the need for student support intensifies, the financial resources available to provide it are shrinking. Institutions are being asked to meet ambitious goals around retention, equity, and graduationoften with fewer tools in their toolbox.
College Aid Services
MAY 12, 2025
The U.S. Department of Educations Office of Postsecondary Education announced its intention to establish a Negotiated Rulemaking Committee entitled Student Loans and Affordability Committee to prepare proposed regulations for federal student aid programs authorized under Title IV of the Higher Education Act. This action comes following two public hearings and a comment period where the… More U.S.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 13, 2025
A team of researchers has uncovered significant patterns in how familial relationships and academic lineage influence anxiety levels among college and university faculty. The study, led by researchers from Howard University, George Mason University, and New York Medical College, reveals that close family relationships serve as a crucial buffer against anxiety, particularly for faculty at HBCUs and Hispanic-Serving Institutions.
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
MAY 5, 2025
Congratulations! If you’re reading this, it likely means you’ve said “yes” to a college offer. Thats a big deal, and I hope youve taken a moment to celebrate this milestone. As a financial aid advisor, Ive seen this moment come with a mix of joy, relief, and a dozen new questions. Thats completely normaland Im here to help you through what comes next.
HEAG
MAY 14, 2025
The potential elimination of the Department of Education has caused understandable consternation on campus. Although a relatively new concept, for those of us administering financial aid today, ED has always been there our conscience and our guide regulating us but also providing much needed training and support. If the worst should happen, who.
School & Student Services by Community Brands
MAY 2, 2025
School choice initiatives like education savings accounts (ESAs), tax-credit scholarships, and voucher programs are rapidly reshaping the K12 education landscape. With the proposed Education Choice for Children Act (ECCA 2025) gaining traction at the federal level and states like Texas making historic moves to expand school choice, private and independent schools have a tremendous opportunity to serve more families.
Knack
MAY 15, 2025
From Converse to a Calling When I arrived at Converse College (now Converse University), I quickly declared chemistry as my major and secondary education as my minor. I wasnt entirely sure where that combination would take mebut I was excited to learn.
College Aid Services
MAY 10, 2025
FSAhas announced a significant update: starting in July 2025, the FSA Partner Connect portal will become the primary platform for Student Aid Internet Gateway (SAIG) enrollment and user management. This transition aims to streamline processes for institutions and partners involved in administering Title IV federal student aid programs. As a result of this update, theSAIG… More Upcoming FSA Partner Connect Implementation and SAIG Enrollment Actions – What you need to know The post Up
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 12, 2025
Dr. Kala Burrell-Craft Grambling State University has announced the appointment of Dr. Kala Burrell-Craft as the new Dean of the College of Education, marking a poignant homecoming for the scholar whose family legacy is deeply intertwined with the Louisiana HBCU. "Stepping into this role is a full-circle momentreturning home to the first HBCU I ever knew and loved," said Burrell-Craft.
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