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Morehouse College Symposium Challenges Stereotypes of Black Fatherhood

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Derrick Brooms Allison Joyner The Black Men's Research Institute (BMRI) at Morehouse College explored the multifaceted nature of African American fatherhood during its biannual symposium held in the African American Hall of Fame at the Martin Luther King, Jr. International Chapel on campus. "We want to account for things like a social father or a community father who might also be a 'father on the block,'" said Dr.

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U.S. Department of Education Reopens Income-Driven Repayment Plan and Loan Consolidation Applications

College Aid Services

The U.S. Department of Educations Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) has reopened the online income-driven repayment (IDR) plan and loan consolidation applications, providing a new pathway for eligible borrowers following a significant legal challenge. The applications were previously suspended in compliance with an injunction issued by the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals on February… More U.S.

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Remembering Brian: Twenty-Five Years Later

Active Minds

Authored by Alison Malmon. At twenty five years, its about all the things he has missed. Its the longing for everything that didnt happen, the things that couldnt happen, because hes no longer here. Grief has been a strange road, one that cannot truly be explained. It started with being all-consuming, a disbelief that this stage in life was even real that he was gone.

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Learning from Leadership Failures

Steve Keating

Leaders have a particular condition that causes them to make mistakes they are human beings. Thats not the worst part either; the worst part is that those mistakes can lead to failures. Worse yet, some of those leaders double up the failure by failing to learn from the mistake. And thats a terrible waste. Authentic Leaders never waste a failure; they learn something from each one.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

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.

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Decision Time is Nigh

Counselors' Corner

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. This is a time of great excitement for all of you, but before you go any further, its important to know three things about selective college admissions. I cannot overstate the importance of reading this twice, thoroughly, before you move aheadOK? Some colleges will find their applications are at an all-time high The number of students graduating from high school goes up and down, but one constant is the number of students applying to highly selective collegesit always

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Preparing Academic Advisors to Serve at Hispanic-Serving Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) play a vital role in advancing educational opportunities for Latine students across the United States. As their numbers have surged to over 600 institutions, representing 20% of all colleges and universities nationwide, HSIs now enroll and advise two-thirds of all Latino undergraduates. This significant responsibility has prompted researchers to examine how these institutions prepare academic advisors to effectively serve their diverse student populations.

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Team Spotlight: Michelle Bedford

College Aid Services

Our March Team Spotlight features Michelle Bedford, Ed.D., who joined College Aid Services in 2024 as a Senior Consultant. Michelle’s career journey began as a VA/Financial Aid Counselor at Clayton State University, and she later held leadership roles as Interim Director of Financial Aid at Atlanta Metropolitan State College and Director of Financial Aid at… More Team Spotlight: Michelle Bedford The post Team Spotlight: Michelle Bedford first appeared on College Aid Services.

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How to Provide Constructive Feedback

Steve Keating

If youre in a leadership position, then you must know that the people you lead want to know some stuff as well. They want to know if they are doing what is expected of them. They want to know if they are meeting or exceeding expectations. They need to know if theyre not. If youve hired the right people, then they have a strong desire to improve over time.

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Protected: The Case for IES Postsecondary Studies: How IPEDS Provides Key Consumer Information About College Costs, Outcomes, and More

IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: The post Protected: The Case for IES Postsecondary Studies: How IPEDS Provides Key Consumer Information About College Costs, Outcomes, and More appeared first on IHEP.

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Encouraging Families to Promote Racial Identity and Pride in Black and Other Minoritized Children

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Donna Y. Ford Now more than ever, race has become salient in politics, higher education, P-12, and the workforce, especially in this anti-DEI era. It is not uncommon for Black and other minoritized individuals to have feelings of anxiety about discussions around race, particularly for families (e.g., parents, caregivers, guardians, etc.). Having the talk about racism and bias has been a rite of passage for many Black children and youth in which their parents/caregivers have to discuss the in

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Advice for Collegebound Juniors

Counselors' Corner

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Now that most of the smoke is clearing from this years college application season, there seem to be some things juniors want to plan on doing that seniors, for better or worse, didnt have to worry about. Ready? Make sure to take the SAT, ACT, or both It wasnt all that long ago many, many colleges decided maybe test scores didnt matter that much after all, and went test optional, leaving it up to the student to decide if their test score really said very much about them

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2025-26 COD Technical Reference (March 2025 Update)

College Aid Services

The Department of Education has updated the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) Technical Reference and contains development information for the 20252026 award year. Volumes 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 are currently available; the remaining section will be released later this year. The following volumes were updated: Volume 3: Combination System Supplement 2025-2026 COD… More 2025-26 COD Technical Reference (March 2025 Update) The post 2025-26 COD Technical Reference (March 2025 Update) fi

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How to Ask for More College Financial Aid (And Why You Should)

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

When it comes to paying for college , the cost can feel overwhelming. But what if I told you that you might have more financial aid options than you realize? Its true! Many students don’t realize that asking for more financial aid is a legitimate strategy that can potentially lighten the cost of paying for school. Here’s why you should consider reaching out to a college financial aid office for more funding and how to approach the process!

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IDR Application is Back Up

NCLC Student Loan Borrower Assistance

On March 26, 2025, the Department of Education reopened the online application for Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plans for federal student loan borrowers. Borrowers can now apply to enroll in, switch between, or update their income in IDR plans at studentaid.gov. This follows a very stressful period for student loan borrowers. On February 21, the Department pulled down the IDR application.

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An Open Letter to Caleb Wilson: A Call for Brotherhood Without Brutality

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Antonio L. Ellis Dear Caleb, I write this letter with a heavy heart, knowing that your life was cut tragically short due to the senseless and inexcusable act of hazing. Your death is not just a loss to your family, your friends, and your community, it is a devastating indictment of a culture that has long plagued Black Greek-letter organizations (BGLOs) and continues to stain the very institutions that were meant to uplift Black men.

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Higher Education for Good, in troubled times

Catherine Cronin

hope is an axe (Rebecca Solnit) In these immensely challenging times for higher education, with assaults on academic, personal and institutional freedom and indeed existence the work of education is more important than ever: sharing, solidarity, communality and care. Almost eighteen months ago, in the face of the growing polycrisis, 70+ authors & artists openly published a collective work of scholarship, imagination and hope Higher Education for Good.

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NASFAA appoints Melanie Storey as President & CEO

College Aid Services

Melanie Storey has been named the new President & CEO of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA), effective May 1, 2025. Her appointment ends a nine-month search after former President Justin Draeger resigned in June of 2024. Storey brings a wealth of experience to her new role, with a career that spans… More NASFAA appoints Melanie Storey as President & CEO The post NASFAA appoints Melanie Storey as President & CEO first appeared on College A

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How to Compare Financial Aid Packages and Get the Best Deal for College

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

As a high school student preparing for college, one of the most excitingand sometimes stressfulmoments is receiving your financial aid packages. Colleges often send out different offers with varying amounts of financial support, and it can be tricky to figure out which one is the best deal for you. With tuition and other expenses quickly adding up, its crucial to compare your options carefully.

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Single Stop and Mantra Health Announce Partnership to Support Student Mental Health and Basic Needs

Single Stop

Single Stop and Mantra Health Announce Partnership to Support Student Mental Health and Basic Needs NEW YORK, March 13, 2025 Single Stop, the leading technology platform dedicated to connecting individuals and families with eligible public benefits, is excited to announce a new partnership with Mantra Health, a premier digital mental health provider for higher education.

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UNCF Study Reveals Strong Mental Health Outcomes Among HBCU Students Despite Financial Challenges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Michael L. Lomax A new study released by the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has found that students at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) demonstrate significantly stronger mental health outcomes compared to their peers at other institutions, despite facing greater financial stressors and barriers to mental health services. The comprehensive report, titled Flourishing: Bolstering the Mental Health of Students at HBCUs and PBIs," examined mental health indicators among 2,5

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10 Private K-12 Financial Aid Best Practices for Enrollment Season

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Private K-12 schools across the country rely on financial aid programs to ensure accessibility for families from diverse economic backgrounds. Rising tuition costs, economic fluctuations, and a growing emphasis on educational choice have expanded the number of parents exploring financial aid options. Many families now rely on a combination of school-based aid, state-funded programs, and community scholarships to make private education attainable.

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COD System Implementation for 2025-26 Outage Scheduled for March 23rd

College Aid Services

FSA has notified institutions that it will suspend batch processing for the Common Origination Disbursement System (COD) as it makes important updates in preparation for the 2025-26 academic year. The outage is scheduled to occur from midnight to 11 a.m. Eastern time (ET) on Sunday, March 23, 2025 Users will not have access to COD… More COD System Implementation for 2025-26 Outage Scheduled for March 23rd The post COD System Implementation for 2025-26 Outage Scheduled for March 23rd first

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Why AI Can't Replace Person-to-Person Learning

Knack

Thinking Beyond the Status Quo In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping education, its tempting to believe that technology can replicate or even replace the human interactions that define effective learning. While AI tools are undeniably powerful, there remains an irreplaceable person-to-person factor in peer tutoringsomething that scholars and educators alike recognize as fundamental to student success.

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Connection and belonging

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

What does it really mean to belong? Belonging is a basic human need. Belonging is more than just being part of a groupit’s about finding places where you feel comfortable expressing yourself and being accepted, understood, and appreciated for all your identities. Its also a significant countermeasure to loneliness, an issue that has reached epidemic levels in the United States.

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CSUF Student Researcher Explores Black Barbie's Effect on Children's Self-Image

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Amirah Kambe Barbie dolls have been popular for generations among young children. They have also been criticized for having an unrealistic female body, which can cause young girls to have body image concerns. Now, new research from a Cal State Fullerton student is shedding light on how Black Barbie dolls specifically influence young Black girls' perceptions of their own hair and beauty standards.

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Impact the Student Outcomes that Matter Most: Introducing the Multi Outcome Framework

Civitas Learning

Ensuring that students eventually graduate isnt enough to drive sustainable institutions. Higher Education must also prepare and develop students to reach their goals. A students journeyand how prepared they feel for life after collegedirectly impacts long-term success. Yet many institutions struggle to adopt a broader approach to student impact due to systemic barriers, such as departmental silos and limited access to actionable insights.

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Making a Difference with Writing Across the Curriculum

Purdue University Global

Have you visited our university’s newest blog space, The WACademic Blog , yet? Presented by the English and Rhetoric Department and the Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) initiative at Purdue University Global, TheWACademic Blog is a digital space where writing educators and professionals share stories, data, and research that demonstrate the power of WAC in college courses (PG WAC, 2024).

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Protected: The Case for IES Resources: DataLab Makes Accessing Education Data Quick and Easy

IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

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Breaking Down Your Financial Aid Letter: What’s Free Money and What’s Not

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Receiving your financial aid letter is a huge milestone in your college journey, but it can also be overwhelming. Understanding whats actually free money and what youll need to pay back is key to making the right decisions for your future. Heres your financial aid breakdown: Free Money: Grants and Scholarships Grants and scholarships are the best parts of your financial aid package because they dont require repayment.

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One Million Behind Bars Now Have Access to Academic Research Through JSTOR

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In a significant development for educational access in correctional facilities, the JSTOR Access in Prison (JAIP) program has reached a remarkable milestone, now serving over one million incarcerated learners across the United States. This achievement represents a doubling of the program's reach in just over a year. The program, which provides incarcerated individuals with access to scholarly materials including academic journals, books, and research papers, crossed this threshold in December 20

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VenturEd Solutions’ SSS Powered by TaxStatus Unveils the Future of Financial Aid Awarding

School & Student Services by Community Brands

VenturEd Solutions SSS Powered by TaxStatus Unveils the Future of Financial Aid Awarding: a Smarter, Faster, and More Secure Process for Private K-12 Schools Tampa, FL, March 12, 2025 – School and Student Services (SSS) powered by TaxStatus has ushered in a new era of financial aid awarding for private K-12 schools with its groundbreaking, direct IRS integration, unveiled at the NAIS Thrive event.

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The Transformative Impact of Relationship-Driven Tutoring

Knack

In higher education, academic support isnt just about delivering contentits about connection. Students who feel supported, seen, and valued are more likely to persist and succeed. Thats why relationship-driven tutoring is so powerful. When peer tutors go beyond transactional help to build meaningful academic relationships, the impact extends far beyond the classroom.

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Department of Education Cuts Workforce by Nearly 50%

College Aid Services

The Department of Education that it will reduce its workforce by nearly 50%. Secretary McMahon described the massive shift as part of the agency’s ongoing commitment to “efficiency, accountability, and ensuring that resources are directed where they matter most” and thanked these public servants for their contributions. This workforce reduction will decrease the overall number… More Department of Education Cuts Workforce by Nearly 50% The post Department of Education Cut

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Playing it safe: Exploring problem gambling

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

Note: some information in this post is adapted from materials created by the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling. What do parlays, money lines, scratch offs, spreads, and bingo have in common? If your answer is gamblingyou are correct! So…how did it feel to bet that you knew (or might have known) that answer? That rush of possibly being right is your brains reward system being activated.

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College Application Surge: Underrepresented Students Lead Growth in 2024-25 Admissions Cycle

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

According to Common App's latest "Deadline Update" report released Thursday, college applications for the 2024-25 admissions cycle continue to show strong growth, particularly among underrepresented and first-generation students. The report, which analyzes application data through March 1, 2025, reveals that 1,390,256 distinct first-year applicants submitted a total of 8,535,903 applications to 863 returning Common App member institutionsmarking a 4% increase in applicants and a 6% increase in t

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How to Make Confident Financial Aid Decisions: A Streamlined K-12 Plan

School & Student Services by Community Brands

By: Craig Dodson Vice President of Customer Support, VenturEd Solutions For independent K-12 schools, financial aid decisions are some of the most importantand complexdecisions they make. Providing tuition assistance to families requires a balance of financial responsibility, mission alignment, and a deep understanding of each household’s unique circumstances.