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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Nichole Kang College campuses have made great strides in making mental health services available to students, but access remains a critical issue. A primary component of this approach involves integrating mental health support with other basic student wellness services.

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Report Examines Fragmented Reentry Services for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Attending College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Similarly, the authors of the report said that community-based organizations that work with institutions of higher education on reentry, must become better informed about the needs of college students, which may not align with their standard procedures. There is not a one-size-fits-all model.”

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Advocating Policy, Better Than Before

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

And he is doing his part as director of policy and advocacy in California at The Institute for College Access and Success (TICAS), an independent, nonprofit research and policy organization.

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Radford University Low-Income Students Get Leg Up with $1.2M Grant

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

We’re located in Southwestern Virginia, a more rural area, and we recognize that our students and their families might not be as familiar with higher education,” said Trageser. Andes said that Radford’s grant submission prioritized “enhanced student services in mental health and mentoring,” which made Radford’s proposal stand out.

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Making Equity a Priority

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

All the while, Curry has kept his focus on expanding equity for his students, with his sights specifically on food and housing insecurity, an issue that impacts many of his students. In collaboration with the Los Angeles County Food Bank, Compton College offers a mobile food pantry.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Cathy Sandeen Almost 60% of California State University, East Bay (CSUEB), students are transfers, and their needs are taken into account. Incoming transfer students can enroll in courses early to guarantee that they have access to coursework. All of the college’s student services are available in English and Spanish.

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Integrated Approach to Student Success Leads to 8% Retention Lift at Northwest Missouri State University

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The Outcomes: An 8% increase in retention, improved advising efficiency, and more effective cross-functional collaboration. Northwest Missouri State University (Northwest), a regional public university with 8,500 students, is committed to ensuring the success of “every student, every day.”

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