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Legislation Would Introduce Grant Program for California Black-Serving Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AB 335 builds on that foundation by ensuring these institutions receive the funding and resources necessary to enhance their academic support programs and student services, he said in an interview with Diverse. This grant program represents the next step in his advocacy efforts.

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Compton College Addresses Student Homelessness and Basic Needs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Curry, who previously served as the Dean of Student Services at Compton College and has been instrumental in the colleges growth, success, and rebuilding, says that his role in this process was to also be courageous. Its about the absence of opportunity, the absence of safety, the absence of stability, says Louden.

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Report Finds That Affirmative Action Only Led to Incremental Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At the median, selective institutions spend more than twice as much on student services and academic support per student and have more full-time faculty per student than open-access colleges,” said Nyhof. These factors contribute to higher graduation rates and better opportunities for their graduates.”

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Bazan Named Union College's Next President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As associate dean for Student Affairs at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, she oversees all student services and support offices, including student clubs and events, the Records Office, tutoring and other academic support, and health and wellness services.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“In order for Latinx students to want to come to Hartnell College, stay and complete, they need to feel a sense of belonging and cultural validation, and we have to offer high-value programs that offer a meaningful return on investment,” says Gutierrez. All of the college’s student services are available in English and Spanish.

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Male Resource Centers Promote Success Among Men of Color

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“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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Encouraging Private K-12 Transfer Students to Apply for Mid-Year Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

By creating a simplified application with flexible deadlines and clear instructions, schools make the process more accessible and user-friendly for transfer students. By utilizing a third-party service, such as School and Student Services (SSS) schools can assure families their financial information is handled securely and confidentially.