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Why Community Colleges Are Smart Choices for Faculty

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In 2022, student leaders launched a campaign to challenge the long-standing stigma associated with attending community colleges. To overcome negative stereotypes, the CCSmart advocacy campaign tells the stories of students’ educational journeys and the positive impact community colleges had on their lives.

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Community College Students’ Expectations for Service Have Risen Since the Pandemic

EAB

There are nearly one million fewer students attending community colleges today than there were pre-pandemic, and the vast majority of community college leaders recognize that poor customer service is at least partially to blame,” said Tara Zirkel, EdD, Director of Strategic Research at EAB. “The

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Succession Planning in HBCUs Ensures Long-Term Sustainability

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Succession planning is paramount in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as it can play a critical role in preserving these institutions' legacy, values, and unique contributions. This may include mentoring, training workshops, executive education programs, and job rotations. Roueche and Margaretta B.

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Diverse Students Need Diverse Faculty

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

African American males and collegiate sports continue to be a topic of debate in higher education. Former collegiate athlete Yusuf Sabree was a standout student-athlete who currently holds the position of district dean of student services at Wayne County (Mich.) Community College. Engage in relationship building.

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Cultivating a Culture of Connection and Care for the Changing Terrain

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A “new norm” has taken flight in doing business with our nation’s colleges. Added to the work-from-home ethos is a changing culture as younger generations move into senior leadership positions. No president, dean, or department chair conducts the work of all or a part of the college alone. Dr. Terry A. Dr. Steven R.

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Why Executive Coaching Works in Higher Education

Edu Alliance Journal

Candace Goodwin – Although every industry has undergone significant changes over the past several years, higher education has been impacted more profoundly. Colleges and universities that already had successful online programs could pivot quickly and sustain student enrollment. Executive coaching activates and animates wisdom.

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More students take more credits at Camden County College

Inside Higher Ed

Image: Martine Howard, chair of languages and communications at Camden County College, was frustrated to see students return to campus year after year without graduating—or not return at all. She watched the pattern repeat itself over her nearly three decades teaching at the two-year college in New Jersey. ” she said.

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