Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Hispanic women earned 85 cents for every dollar earned by Hispanic men in 2023. Empowerment Through Education Education is the ticket to achieving the American dream for many immigrants and first-generation Americans. Veronica Calderon is the Chief Inclusion, Belonging and Equity Officer at DeVry University.

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MARCH 26, 2024

A focus on first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students — serving their needs is essential,” Dr. Marybeth Gasman, the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Endowed Chair in Education at Rutgers University, wrote in an email to Diverse.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 20, 2024

Dr. Jabani Bennett Bennett began their tenure in 2023 with priorities that included breathing life into the new organizational mission, operationalizing the intersectional feminist and antiracist goals of the center, and co-creating leadership succession plans. The center is located in a centralized and student-centered area at UofL.

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COE

APRIL 11, 2023

Research Reveals Ways to Improve Mental Health Support for First-Generation Students April 11, 2023 — by Holly Hexter Colleges can do more to help first-generation students address mental health challenges as they transition to campus life, an Ohio State University researcher says. Sergeev emigrated to the U.S.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

In April 2023, Manhattan College in Riverdale, New York, passed a significant threshold. Delgado is himself a child of immigrants and a first-generation college-goer. The four-year, Catholic private school officially became an Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), meaning over 25% of their undergraduate population are Latinx.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. Mason Awards September 12, 2023 — by Maura Casey The Walter O. At the Council for Opportunity in Education’s 2023 Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., three TRIO professionals received the Walter O. Mason Award.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 12, 2023

vice president for diversity, equity, and inclusion at Molloy University and a 2020 Emerging Scholar, in his letter nominating Means this year. “My Donald “DJ” Mitchell Jr., My interests in higher education are focused on access,” Means said. “I

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COE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Isabel Wilkerson’s Powerful Address on America’s Caste System Opens the 2023 COE Annual Conference September 11, 2023 — by Maura Casey Isabel Wilkerson’s keynote at COE’s 2023 Annual Conference addressed America’s caste system, emphasizing collective responsibility for change and historical parallels.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 6, 2023

brought innovation, excellence, and inclusion to community colleges. De los Santos, a posthumous recipient of a 2023 Diverse Champions Award, is remembered by colleagues as a great friend, an outstanding mind, and a determined educator who placed access and equity at the center of his work.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 25, 2022

He joined the faculty of Connecticut College in 2003, and was an associate professor of history, director of the African American studies program as well as interim dean of institutional equity and inclusion, chair of the history department and director of the Center of the Comparative Study of Race and Ethnicity.

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AUGUST 13, 2023

Breaking Barriers in Finance: The Impact of TRIO on Student Support Services Alumna Ashley Thomas August 14, 2023 — by Holly Hexter, Neve Dole B Ashley Thomas spearheaded a strategic collaboration bridging TRIO Programs with Thermo Fisher Scientific.

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COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

For first-generation and low-income students, these programs can be life-changing, offering experiences that might otherwise be out of reach. Abby Hudson, a participant from Glenville State University, reflected on the lessons she learned about inclusion, diversity, and understanding different cultural contexts. this summer.

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COE

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Maintaining Inclusive Campuses After Affirmative Action: Educators Discuss Pathways Forward November 1, 2024 — by Holly Hexter Educators say campuses can maintain multicultural, supportive environments in the aftermath of mandates eliminating affirmative action and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. this summer.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

million more people joined the some college but no credential (SCNC) population, deepening existing inequities in educational outcomes and socio-economic mobility for first-generation students, adult students, students from low-income backgrounds and students of color. Between July 2020 and July 2021, 1.4 What are our gaps?

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COE

OCTOBER 2, 2023

From Humble Beginnings to Leading Higher Education Advocacy: My Journey October 2, 2023 — by Kimberly Jones Becoming COE president, I strive for educational equity, inspired by my parents’ resilience and belief in transformative education for all. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O.

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COE

JULY 25, 2023

” July 25, 2023 — by Brian Zhang Mychael Brown aspires to be either a cardiologist or an anesthesiologist. The morning of Thursday, June 1, 2023 started like any other average school day for 17-year-old Mychael Brown. ” appeared first on Council for Opportunity in Education.

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The University Innovation Alliance

MAY 8, 2024

Inside the UIA’s 2023 Annual Report bridget Thu, 05/09/2024 - 00:10 Image Graduation Higher Ed Leadership Student Success University Innovation Lab This coming October, the University Innovation Alliance (UIA) will celebrate ten years of collaborating with higher education institutions to increase their graduation rates.

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COE

JUNE 30, 2023

Beyond first-generation college students and low-income student-specific issues, the students tackled other polarizing topics through a mock congress, from book bans and religion in school to social media and climate change. .” 

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

million more people joined the some college but no credential (SCNC) population, deepening existing inequities in educational outcomes and socio-economic mobility for first-generation students, adult students, students from low-income backgrounds and students of color. Between July 2020 and July 2021, 1.4 What are our gaps?

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

2023 National TRIO Achiever Awards: Honoring the Journeys and Impact of Distinguished Alumni September 13, 2023 — by Maura Casey Through their powerful messages, these National TRIO Achievers ensured that the Educational Opportunity Dinner was, once again, a most inspiring event that illuminated the vital role of TRIO programs in student success.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

the Council for Opportunity in Education awarded the 2023 TRIO Family Achievement Award to Surangel S. the President of the Republic of Palau , and his wife, First Lady Valerie Ngereblungt Remengesau Whipps. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. At its annual conference in Washington, D.C.,

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EAB

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Navigate Learn more about higher ed's leading student success management system click here 14 best practices in student success management Lineage D: Equity gaps The 1970s research into student engagement gave rise to another important lineage that now defines so much of our student success work in 2023. Here’s what we learned.

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COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

It can address broader questions surrounding college access and success for low-income, first-generation students,” said Brown. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. “This data holds the promise of far greater impact. Department of Education, and Stephanie Miller. .

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EAB

JULY 17, 2023

As for students who didn’t file their FAFSA, many of these students may be first-generation or low-income students who need more support to make it to the first day of classes. According to a survey conducted by EAB, 28% of first-generation students reported not feeling mentally prepared for college.

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COE

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. Representative Steven Horsford’s Inspirational Journey Blog From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S. ” Blog Young Doctors Project Hosts 11th Annual White Coat Ceremony: “I kept him alive long enough for him to have a chance to live.”

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COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Mason Award stands as the pinnacle of recognition bestowed by the Council for Opportunity in Education, celebrating extraordinary individuals who have made indelible contributions to the realm of college opportunity programs and the relentless pursuit of educational equity for low-income, first-generation students, and those with disabilities.

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COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

In 2023, the youth demographic served by The Door reflected New York City’s rich diversity: 38% Black, 38% Hispanic, 4% Asian, 4% White, 13% multi-racial, and 28% foreign-born. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. These and other intersecting issues make The Door’s mission even more vital.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Their vision focused on student success, inclusion, and a commitment to providing equitable opportunities for all students to thrive in their academic pursuits. The hold reform initiative not only enhanced student success rates but also contributed to a more inclusive and equitable campus environment.

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COE

JANUARY 7, 2024

During a first-generation-to-college celebration, my colleague shared her positive experiences with empower. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. Submitting help desk tickets for assistance, whether for day-to-day functions or APR data issues, results in timely and effective responses.

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COE

MARCH 14, 2023

Jarell Green: Nurse turned Education Advocate March 14, 2023 Jarell is a Counselor for the McNair and Student Support Services programs at the First-Generation Student Center at the University of Nevada, Reno. He was awarded a WESTOP TRIO Achiever’s Award in February 2023.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. Blog “National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C. this summer. Representative Steven Horsford’s Inspirational Journey Blog From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Building Strong College-to-Career Pathways for TRIO Students: Insights from Industry Experts September 13, 2023 — by Maura Casey It isn’t enough for TRIO students to have a successful experience in college. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. 12. “We said, how could that be?

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EAB

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Whether it's a desire to support an academic department, contribute to athletic programs, or be part of creating an inclusive community, tailoring your messages around their interests can keep them more engaged and eager to donate. Here’s why you should renew your commitment to annual giving anyway.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S. Representative Steven Horsford’s Inspirational Journey Blog From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S.

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The University Innovation Alliance

MAY 21, 2024

During 2023, as detailed in our Annual Report , we made great strides on these four scale projects: Academic Recovery, Student-Centered Redesign, Listening Lab, and Doctoral Research Fellows. During 2023, seven participating pilot campuses conducted 74 focus groups with hundreds of students to engage student voice. million, 2.5-year

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COE

OCTOBER 31, 2023

“A Million Miles Away” watch party with José Hernández October 31, 2023 — by Terrance L. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. Representative Steven Horsford’s Inspirational Journey Blog From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S.

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Timely MD

MAY 1, 2023

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive provider network can be a challenge for minority-serving institutions (MSIs), including Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), and Tribal Colleges and Universities. Having telehealth and TimelyCare has made a huge, significant difference on campus.”

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