Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 12, 2023

Under the University of Vermont’s (UVM) new open-access academic press, authors and readers will not have to pay fees to publish or access published materials. Entwined in UVM Press’s diamond open-access model is a sentiment of shared responsibilities and a commitment not to profit, according to its website.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 12, 2023

Ask their family about their background, and what does that inform about their acting work in something as simple as monologue. Wallace said Villada’s presence has made theater more accessible for their growing Latinx population. “[Students can] begin thinking about their own background. It’s my small way of decentralizing whiteness.”

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College Aid Services

MAY 1, 2024

Users without a Social Security Number (SSN) will have access to the 2024-25 FAFSA thanks to a series of changes that the Department has recently implemented to address the ongoing issues for this population.

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Counselors' Corner

JANUARY 3, 2024

As we return to our students, and during a time when the world is focused on goal setting, what better time to look at our profession and consider the big-picture changes that would improve college access. Their response was somewhere in the neighborhood of $35,000, when, in fact, the average at that time was around $12,500.

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College Aid Services

JULY 26, 2024

Institutions who wish to update their FSC information must complete the Electronic Application for Approval to Participate in the Federal Student Financial Aid Programs (E-App) and follow… More » 2024-25 Federal School Code List Released: How to Access and Update The post 2024-25 Federal School Code List Released: How to Access and Update first (..)

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HEAG

JUNE 29, 2023

The access and use of federal tax information (FTI) under the FAFSA® Simplification program (to be fully implemented for the 2024-2025 award year) has been in the news lately, so we thought we’d try to answer some of the most … Read more ».

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College Aid Services

APRIL 19, 2024

FSA has released a reminder to institutions about the importance of safeguarding Federal Tax Information (FTI). If a concern or discrepancy arises with FTI on an ISIR, never include FTI information via email communications. The full announcement is below.

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EAB

MAY 2, 2023

Podcast How NAU Streamlined Student Access to Mental Health Resources Episode 149. Dindo and his team have focused on connecting students with the right information, counseling, and other mental health resources in places and ways that students find most helpful. May 2, 2023. Welcome to the Office Hours with EAB podcast.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 1, 2023

Tina Smith, D-Minn, and Chuck Grassley R-Iowa, have reintroduced three bills to help students and families make informed decisions about borrowing for college. Tina Smith The bills aim to make sure that students are informed and educated about college search and selection, loans, and financial aid. My bipartisan bills with Sens.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 26, 2024

As an educator and university president, I have seen firsthand the ADA’s transformative impact on our higher education systems — and how far we still must go before higher education is truly accessible and inclusive of learners from all backgrounds. UDL is the gold standard for accessibility practices. It’s our starting point.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 4, 2024

Dr. Bonnie Lynch "As we focus on closing our equity gap in low- and middle-income students accessing postsecondary opportunities, we continue to grow our diverse membership so that students from all backgrounds have the opportunity to pursue their college aspirations,” said Jenny Rickard, president and CEO of Common App.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 7, 2024

In this new role, he is expected to guide policy research at the assessment organization with the goal of advancing equitable access to quality education and fair assessment for learners. As the Gordon Chair, Odis will provide invaluable insights and leadership, guiding our efforts to enhance educational access and fairness.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 7, 2024

Cordona, the new process is informed by conversations with and feedback from students, institutions, and other stakeholders following a challenging 2024-25 FAFSA cycle. One that makes higher education more accessible and within reach for more Americans." A new formal request for information also will be released this month.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 6, 2024

The Student Voting Campaign Brief provides information to assist administrators at colleges and universities in promoting access to voter registration at their institutions. A recently released brief offers resources to assist postsecondary education leaders in their efforts to promote civic education and engagement.

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Civitas Learning

JUNE 13, 2024

The Outcomes: Streamlined platform lifts enrollment, cultivates collaboration between faculty and staff, and informs strategic investment decisions based on measurable impact on institutional goals. It also saves advisors valuable time that they previously spent tracking down information and figuring out the right course of action.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

But many students and families are left without the data necessary to make an informed college choice. For example, information currently available to students cannot help them answer basic, yet critical questions, including: . How do college access, affordability, and completion vary by race, ethnicity, and income?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 14, 2023

To note, about two-thirds of users reported noticing errors or incorrect information in their AI-produced schoolwork content (63%), meaning most students are at least aware of the imperfections and flaws that come with such tools. But there may be some access issues that leave some students on unequal footing.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 30, 2024

The data come a few weeks after ED announced more than one million FAFSA forms had been submitted and the form were accessible 24/7. billion in aid and ensure that all students can access the maximum financial aid for which they are eligible. The updated SAI tables allow students to benefit from an additional $1.8

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College Aid Services

MARCH 5, 2024

Updated SAIG software installation required to access ISIRs, explained in EA on 2/27/2024. FSA transmitted test file to active… More » Stay Informed: Key Updates on 2024-2025 ISIR Transmission and Delivery The post Stay Informed: Key Updates on 2024-2025 ISIR Transmission and Delivery first appeared on College Aid Services.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Creating a data-informed campus: part 2. The need for data-informed decision making in higher education continues to increase. As I discussed in the first blog post in this series , institutions need a sufficient technology infrastructure to facilitate curation, access, and retrieval of data.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 3, 2024

Tressie McMillan Cottom McMillan Cottom is an associate professor at the University of North Carolina (UNC) Chapel Hill and a senior principal researcher at UNC’s Center for Information, Technology, and Public Life. So you know, the digital part really complicates what's quality and accessible.” McMillan Cottom received her Ph.D.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 5, 2023

Kay Ivey’s recent executive order requiring all state-owned networks and devices to block access to and from the TikTok social media application, Auburn University’s Office of Information Technology began blocking TikTok on campus via wi-fi access on Dec. All this personal information. “In accordance with Alabama Gov.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 4, 2024

IHEP identified these two institutions by using the Equitable Value Explorer , a free, publicly accessible site that analyzes data from colleges and universities across the country. Students at LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City, NY. Data is critical for UNT’s student success as well, said Voight.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 3, 2024

Through a critical grant of $1.1 million from the ECMC Foundation , TMCF’s ‘ Finish Your FAFSA: Find Your Future ’ campaign, taking place from June 24 - Aug. Through a critical grant of $1.1 million from the ECMC Foundation , TMCF’s ‘ Finish Your FAFSA: Find Your Future ’ campaign, taking place from June 24 - Aug.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 10, 2023

The app, which has drawn the ire of some lawmakers over possible security concerns involving the Chinese government, will not be accessible through the school network, both wired and Eduroam Wi-Fi, effective Jul. To note, those with personal devices can and may still access the app on their private carrier data networks.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 4, 2024

Paxson recently accepted these recommendations from a committee that examined undergraduate admissions practices to ensure they uphold the university’s commitments to academic excellence, access, and diversity. Dr. Christina H.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 13, 2024

Conversely, the report noted that districts must contend with the mixed effects of schedule changes for families regarding childcare and access to school-based services. Our goal is to provide policymakers with the tools and information they need to navigate this complex issue."

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

Dear Johns Hopkins Community: It’s the time of year when preparing to file 2023 income taxes becomes top of mind, and we have some important updates and information to share with you. For more information about accessing your 2023 W-2, please visit the W-2 Information webpage.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 17, 2024

Alexander’s mother immigrated from Jamaica to Queens, New York, with hopes to give her children access to opportunities she never had. They can go in and submit comments over email or engage in an intentional way to say, ‘We want our students to have access to truthful information about race and racism,’” says Alexander.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 12, 2024

The other areas comprise teaching and learning, certificate and degree completion, transfer and bachelor’s attainment, workforce success, and broad access to the college.

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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Both play a role in ensuring people have access to food. The main cause of hunger is not the lack of food but the lack of access to food. What is the difference between a food bank and a food pantry? That’s a great question. Food banks typically store food in large warehouses and distribute to local food programs, like food pantries.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 15, 2024

Dr. Rhonda Jeter The shortage of Black male teachers can be attributed to various systemic barriers, including fewer career incentives and limited access to professional development. Ongoing Evaluation: Continuously assessing the program’s effectiveness and disseminating the results to inform best practices. .

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 30, 2024

Online learners face a number of hurdles when it comes to accessing mental health support, the most prominently cited one by respondents (62%) being time constraints, according to the report. The faculty and staff members appeared to be asking for that kind of training, according to the report.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 24, 2024

Excelencia in Education, an organization working for increased access and completion of Latinx students in postsecondary education, has released its latest report on programs that have qualitatively and quantitatively shown to improve and increase the success of Latinx students in higher education. Dr. Jimmy E.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 23, 2024

In addition, these allies can become an important source of information, alerting you to emerging concerns, providing cover during difficult negotiations, and identifying opportunities for future development.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 22, 2023

The global challenge of access to higher education means that its life-changing impact in terms of opening minds, improving employment and earnings remain out of reach for many. Gordon, head of the Yidan Prize for Education Development judging panel and Board Member of the UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 13, 2024

At an information session held Tuesday evening by the White House and the Department of Education, representatives said they were doing everything they could to troubleshoot and solve FAFSA problems as they arose. The worst-case scenario, we expect less students to access and attain a critical postsecondary credential.

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