Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 13, 2023

To help them, colleges are going beyond academic support. These factors make it harder for first-gen students to function in institutions that were developed for elite whites. Indeed, six years after entering college, 56% of first-gen students have not earned any post-secondary credential. The location of these centers matters, too.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It’s one of the reasons I’m so sad with the attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in southern states, because they are diversifying fast and DEI is a practical response to making sure you have a work environment that’s collaborative and successful for all the members of the campus, and that includes your students.” asks Delgado.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

About seven years ago, Columbia University welcomed its first HBCU Fellowship cohort, allowing students who had graduated from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to pursue select master’s degrees in the university’s School of Professional Studies (SPS), all the while getting financial, career, and academic support.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 13, 2023

“The resource centers serve as one-stops with many tailored supports that can help male students of color find a sense of purpose because it typically will include things like mentorship, academic support, career exploration, leadership development opportunities, and peer support networks,” says Jez.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

“We want our students to thrive in a community where they are comprehensively supported and uplifted,” says Close Conoley. Earning the Seal will only deepen our future work in building a richly diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus. The Seal of Excelencia is a symbol of that commitment.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

To ensure a smooth transition, private schools can provide comprehensive support services for transfer students. A dedicated transfer student advisor can offer guidance and support throughout the enrollment process. Academic support services, such as tutoring and test prep, can help students succeed academically.

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Timely MD

DECEMBER 18, 2024

For example, showing how a first-generation student thrived after engaging with an academic advisor can inspire others to do the same. Increase representation in support resources Representation matters. Want to take the next step?

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Knack

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

At the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU) Annual Meeting in February 2024, Fordham University showcased its pioneering academic support strategy through a fruitful partnership with Knack, as eloquently detailed by Maura Mast, Dean of Fordham College at Rose Hill.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

AUGUST 9, 2024

Diverse Student Body: US private schools’ pride themselves on creating inclusive communities where students from different backgrounds can learn and grow together. Academic Support: Additional tutoring and academic support services are often available to help international students succeed in their studies.

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Civitas Learning

MAY 23, 2024

Identifying Bottleneck Courses to Deliver Precise Academic Support Visibility into the impact individual courses have on persistence and graduation empowers provosts, academic deans, advising teams, and faculty members to identify and address barriers to student success in a clear, purposeful way.

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Castleton Trio

MARCH 3, 2020

Through Summer Transition, a weeklong program for new students, Ethan met other first-years and Academic Support Center (ASC) staff before the fall semester began. He met with Math and Writing Clinic tutors when necessary, and Becky Eno, the academic counselor, helped him explore financial aid options.

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EAB

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Work-schedule flexibility: Making support services such as advising available to working students taking classes outside of normal business hours. Inclusion This grouping refers to the diversity among today and tomorrow’s college students, especially as it contrasts with traditional enrollment.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 17, 2025

The brief spotlights several successful programs, including Sacramento State University's Black Honors College the nation's first, established in 2024which provides specialized coursework, residential living communities, and dedicated academic support services.

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The University Innovation Alliance

MAY 21, 2024

year initiative provides financial and academic support for students retaking high-priority courses in which they were previously unsuccessful. million, 2.5-year

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Civitas Learning

DECEMBER 1, 2022

With an ambitious goal to provide each student with a graduation and career development plan and enhanced career learning opportunities, Bearcat Promise is changing the face of academic support and career preparation on campus.

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EAB

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Work-schedule flexibility: Making support services such as advising available to working students taking classes outside of normal business hours. Inclusion This grouping refers to the diversity among today and tomorrow’s college students, especially as it contrasts with traditional enrollment.

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The University Innovation Alliance

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Their projects this year focus on: Understanding how course remediation policies can affect equity gaps in D, F, and Withdraw grades (DFW) in gateway courses Identifying which life stressors influence students' mental health and their utilization of connecting campus resources Assessing the impact of a summer enrichment program aimed at first-year (..)

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COE

JULY 9, 2024

During my internship, one of the most memorable moments was preparing for and attending a committee hearing on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The internship aligned perfectly with my academic and career goals in public administration and education policy.

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The University Innovation Alliance

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Their projects this year focus on: Understanding how course remediation policies can affect equity gaps in D, F, and Withdraw grades (DFW) in gateway courses Identifying which life stressors influence students' mental health and their utilization of connecting campus resources Assessing the impact of a summer enrichment program aimed at first-year (..)

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The University Innovation Alliance

MAY 8, 2024

In 2023, we focused intensively on these four scale projects: Academic Recovery : Providing financial and academic support for students retaking high-priority courses in which they were previously unsuccessful. Student-Centered Redesign : Piloting interventions designed to improve outcomes and experiences for Black students.

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Civitas Learning

AUGUST 1, 2024

Creating a comprehensive inventory goes beyond traditional academic support like tutoring and advising and requires engaging with all campus departments to uncover less obvious resources and events that also have a strong influence on student persistence.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

From TRIO to Leadership: How Support and Mentorship Shaped My Career September 30, 2024 by Juan Lopez My journey with TRIO was transformative, shaping both my educational and professional path. TRIO offered crucial academic support, mentorship, and resources that helped me navigate the complexities of higher education.

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Supporting Student Success

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

View of the Study Ready module “What to Expect: University Academics” in D2L. The Get Ryerson Ready team considered every aspect of the program through an equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) lens, with a particular focus on meeting the needs of Black-identified students. What We Did.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

But we see a lot of programs also that are starting early, as early as in middle school or in ninth grade, to provide additional support to students to help them even before they're thinking about where to apply to college to build the skills necessary to be strong applicants. I think that is a really mission aligned one.

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COE

OCTOBER 31, 2023

It was during this critical time that the Student Supportive Services programs played a pivotal role in my academic journey. The Student Supportive Services programs provided me with essential tutors in physics and calculus, subjects I desperately needed help with.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

I think just as important as the academic support and the academic face-to-face would also just be the mentorship that goes for academic mentorship, but also just assimilation mentorship and help returning to society. That's the one that sticks out to me, is kind of that face-to-face time. CP: Yeah, no, I totally agree.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 10, 2024

We’re not afraid to specifically address Black male student-athlete achievement,” said Harris, who oversees all student-athlete academic support services and is also an athletics diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) designee, which involves overseeing the athletics department’s DEI initiatives. “We

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 21, 2024

We utilize this framework to analyze the use of diverse comics and graphic novels to facilitate critical conversations of bringing inclusive visual texts into the classroom.

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COE

JULY 17, 2023

Dr. Brown’s leadership will drive our efforts to create a more equitable and inclusive educational landscape.” Through his visionary efforts, the program has significantly enhanced the academic support provided to students, ensuring their success and persistence in higher education.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Improving persistence and retention for Black and Hispanic males A private university in the Northeast utilized Navigate data from the previous semester to narrow their focus to new and transfer Black and Hispanic males in need of greater academic support after the Fall ‘21 semester. Is your student outreach inclusive and supportive?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In addition to benefiting UCLA students directly, Yoo sees the program as part of a broader effort towards “inclusive excellence” across the University of California system. All nine UC undergraduate campuses are now AANAPISI-designated, and several, including UCLA, are also working toward gaining Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) status.

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