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Small Liberal Arts Colleges: Punching Above Their Weight

Helix Education

Everyone loves a David and Goliath story, and at this moment in the history of higher education, small colleges could use one. WVWC is a quintessential small liberal arts college with a population of 1,100 students and a beautiful campus nestled in the heart of central West Virginia. The news has not been good.

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Nine insights from an integration process (opinion)

Inside Higher Ed

It was a blow to the students, faculty and staff of this private college in Worcester, Mass., which traced its history to the union of Leicester Academy, founded in 1784, and the Becker Business College, which opened in 1887. The two institutions shared both history and a deep connection to the Worcester community.

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Presidential exits: Some leave on a high note, others entrenched in scandal

University Business

He also led the school through seven of its largest freshman enrollment classes in Langston’s 126-year history. as the dean of students, interim vice president of student affairs and vice president of academic affairs. Despite this, Smith Jr. Previous to that at Saint Paul College (Minn.)

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What Today’s College Students Need

Inside Higher Ed

Too many students feel disconnected, unsupported, and directionless. Campuses need to do more to cultivate a sense of belonging and connection with faculty, classmates, and the campus itself. I think it’s fair to say that our offices of the dean of students, student life, and student affairs need to do better.