Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 16, 2024

A 2022 report from the UCLA School of Law Williams Institute and the Point Foundation, an LGBTQ scholarship fund, noted that 32.6% of LGBTQ people experienced bullying, harassment, or assault at college, compared to 18.9% Prior to that, GALA raised over $250,000 to endow UND LGBTQ student scholarships; two are given every year.

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University Business

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

As one of only two special mission universities in the Wisconsin system and its designated polytechnic university, Stout has maneuvered onto the cutting edge of workforce development and explored different college pathways for K12 graduates and learners of all backgrounds, thanks to Frank’s thoughtful leadership.

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Insight Into Diversity

AUGUST 21, 2023

INSIGHT Into Diversity 2023 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award winners are recognized for their exemplary and innovative initiatives designed to recruit and retain underrepresented individuals in science, technology, engineering, and math. Read about them here. MS in Business Analytics – STEM-designated Adelphi University Robert B.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

After earning her high school diploma, she received a Longleaf Commitment scholarship, a last dollar scholarship created by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper through federal pandemic relief funding. For a lot of people, having a scholarship can be a make or break. “For North Carolina Secretary of Commerce Machelle Sanders.

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Inside Higher Ed

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Image: Soaring inflation put a squeeze on college endowments in the 2021–22 fiscal year, driving returns down, according to the annual report from the National Association of College and University Business Officers The report , released today, is a marked change from the booming returns of fiscal year 2021 , when endowments soared.

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The PIE News

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

“During Summer 2022, we launched a pre-college program for incoming freshmen to earn academic credit overseas while gaining independence, global awareness, positive study skills, and the opportunity to bond with peers in an international setting,” he told The PIE. International recruitment.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas, partners with over 62 high schools across the state, facilitating college access for Latino, rural, and other marginalized communities. Based on data gathered, we increased support services such as Ram Pantry, counseling, technology availability, and academic advising,” he continues.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Reading Time: 11 minutes A lot of thought goes into choosing a college or university, particularly as prospective students prepare to begin a new chapter in their lives. By understanding the top factors students consider when choosing a college, you can help your school develop a competitive advantage and attract new prospects. .

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Inside Higher Ed

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The contributions went mostly to restricted endowments, primarily to fund scholarships, and to “operations with restrictions on use”—usually research projects. Tied to this, they said, are efforts by alumni relations offices to adapt their fundraising efforts to the sensibilities and technologies of the new generation.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 8, 2023

Scholarship has nearly always been done from a position of privilege, with respect to the vast majority of the human population, as studying arcane texts or elusive natural phenomena has never been something most people have had time or resources to do.

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Marcia J. Ballinger, Ph.D.

APRIL 4, 2022

April is Community College Month, a time to celebrate the broad impact of our nation’s community colleges. Lorain County Community College. It’s right there, our middle name: community. A group of college and local leaders gathered to watch the live stream of the Intel announcement.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The four entities recognized this year span a diverse geographic area, but they share the mission of uplifting their communities while also creating a broader impact in terms of education and the workforce. We’re changing the landscape of how community colleges serve underserved students,” says Espiritu.

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ACPA

MARCH 6, 2023

We’re excited to highlight the scholarship of Dr. Sharla Berry , Assistant Professor in the Center for Evaluation and Educational Effectiveness (CEEE) at California State University, Long Beach. Berry is committed to using her research to support practitioners in teaching and leading with technology.

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Insight Into Diversity

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The Bias Education and Support Team at Augustana College was recently restructured to include a broader representation of professionals from various campus departments and offices. Florida International University (FIU) developed a mentorship program with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami to expand college pathways for at-risk high schoolers.

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Echo Delta

JUNE 12, 2023

Post-pandemic, there are two additional phenomena that are impacting college and university enrollment: Higher education’s perceived value among high school students has declined, and college-going rates among high school seniors are at their lowest in decades. One key strategy is to focus on affordability.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 5, 2023

UMGC has agreements with all 16 community colleges in Maryland, says Dr. Pam Carter, vice president and dean of the School of Business, which offers seven undergraduate degree programs and 10 stand-alone certificates. The College of Business is named for Larry Gies, founder and CEO of Madison Industries.

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EAB

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Percent of students who have considered stopping out due to emotional stress (Gallup): While things are improving, most students are still not feeling their best—with only 27% saying their mental health is at an all-time high according to the most recent College Pulse Survey. December 8, 2022. December 2, 2022. October 24, 2022.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Blogs Your student loan payments are due: 3 strategies to support community college students’ financial wellness When I think back to my time in college, student loans were something that nearly everyone had, but not something any of us fully understood. Specifically, we weren’t educated on how to repay them.

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Creatrix Campus

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Google is what they breathe through, mobile apps for higher education , and advanced gaming technologies to beat their boredom, what naught? Factors That Affect Student Retention Academic performance: Students who struggle academically may be more likely to drop out of college. Student Success and Retention - How?

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UIA (University Innovation Alliance)

JULY 21, 2022

Communication. Scholarship to Practice. College and university leadership is a transactional job – leaders have to interact with the people they lead. For me, building mutual respect is the only way that I could possibly lead." ( Gabrielle Starr , President, Pomona College). Thu, 07/21/2022 - 06:00. Higher Ed Leadership.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

MARCH 15, 2023

Reading Time: 10 minutes New technology and social media can make email marketing seem somewhat obsolete, but the reality is that email marketing is as strong as ever. Doing so communicates to prospective students that your school is committed to achieving excellence and takes pride in its community.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 8, 2022

have enrolled in college and left without receiving a degree or certificate ( NSC Research Center ). Further, this research speaks to the economic impact (more than $308 billion each year), if the bottom 40 percent of earners achieve college degrees at the same rate as the top 60 percent.

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Susquehanna President's Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2022

AACC – American Association of Community Colleges – One of “The Six” Higher-Education Organizations in Washington, DC; they represent almost 1,200 institutions · AACSB – Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business – This is the leading accrediting body for business schools in the U.S. In the U.S.,

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Inside Higher Ed

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Colleges are under growing pressure to prove their value to students, parents, legislators and others. Itzkowitz: Over the past year, we’ve seen an uptick in students and families wanting to know what type of return on investment they’re going to get from the college education.

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UIA (University Innovation Alliance)

JULY 14, 2022

"In an economic recession, by being that community partner responding to what needs to be done, we're helping to drive what needs to be done." ( Marcia Ballinger , President, Lorain County Community College). I’ve always said the measure of a great university is the quality of the faculty. Delivering on the Mission.

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HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

JUNE 12, 2023

The New Student Experience at a Community College The enrollment data for community colleges is positive for the first time in a long time, with an overall enrollment increase of 2.1% Despite this recent trend reversal, community colleges can’t ignore the 37% decline (nearly 2.6

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The Change Leader, Inc.

MARCH 21, 2023

colleges and universities. About the Podcast Guest Dr. Andrew Koricich Dr. Andrew Koricich is the Executive Director of the Alliance for Research on Regional Colleges (ARRC) and an Associate Professor of Higher Education at Appalachian State University. Dr. Koricich earned a Ph.D. in Higher Education and a B.S. Good to be here.

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Insight Into Diversity

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Elevating Stories of the Unrecognized — Agnes Scott College. In July, Agnes Scott College launched the Acknowledging our Past: Acting Now for a Transformed Future project, which aims to elevate the lives and stories of the people of color who built the college. Multicultural Mentorship — Augustana College.

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EAB

AUGUST 9, 2023

Scroll down to read about each of the capstone projects in the fellows’ own words.

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WCET Frontiers

JULY 27, 2023

For a deeper look into the reasons why college enrollments are declining, see our earlier post, College Enrollment: Cliffs, Shifts, and Lifts. A surprising selection of colleges and universities are thriving despite the culling of institutions and programs happening around them. According to the Tampa Bay Times , St.

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WCET Frontiers

JULY 28, 2023

For a deeper look into the reasons why college enrollments are declining, see our earlier post, College Enrollment: Cliffs, Shifts, and Lifts. A surprising selection of colleges and universities are thriving despite the culling of institutions and programs happening around them. According to the Tampa Bay Times , St.

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The Change Leader, Inc.

OCTOBER 31, 2023

This approach serves as inspiration and how-to for colleges and universities looking to thrive in a new era of learning, prepare students for success in their careers, and benefit society. About Our Podcast Guest Philomena V. I’ve worked at virtually every level of higher education, from community college to graduate-only schools.

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Creatrix Campus

APRIL 4, 2023

In recent years, the organization has expanded its focus to include issues such as sustainability, globalization, and technological innovation, reflecting the changing needs of business students and the wider business community. Over the years, ACBSP has continued to evolve and adapt to changes in the business education landscape.

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Inside Higher Ed

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Blog: Confessions of a Community College Dean A couple of years ago, when we started seriously planning to hand The Wife’s car down to The Boy, I started researching cars to figure out what to get her as a replacement. But they’re much more likely to have local associations that sponsor scholarships.

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eLiterate

OCTOBER 25, 2022

On the bottom was the California Community College System. Any student anywhere in the state would be within easy commute of a college that could offer a two-year degree, an on-ramp to skilled work, and the ability to transfer credit to four-year institutions. Community colleges accept the top 100% of students who apply.

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The Change Leader, Inc.

MARCH 28, 2023

In stark contrast to prevailing trends in higher education, colleges and universities have or are boosting their enrollment, retention, and graduation rates by improving their students’ sense of belonging, student support services, student-faculty relationships, and career readiness programs. They believe that college is worth the cost.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

APRIL 26, 2023

Sometimes, they may refer to a unique curriculum, exciting extracurricular activities, cutting-edge laboratory technology, or a focus on sporting excellence. The program targets athlete students keen on college sports while offering them a way to continue on the right learning path.

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