Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Having access to reliable, quality housing is an essential element for students so they can earn a degree, certification or improve their income and options long-term,” said Kristy Fercho, head of Diverse Segments, Representation and Inclusion at Wells Fargo. In 2010, In 2010, the college converted its football field into a farm.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 10, 2025

UNCF, founded in 1944, has raised more than $6 billion to support students' access to higher education, provide scholarships, and strengthen HBCUs. Each year, UNCF supports more than 50,000 students at more than 1,100 colleges and universities across the country, including 37 UNCF-member HBCUs.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 17, 2024

As an assistant professor of educational leadership and policy studies (ELPS) and coordinator of the college student personnel program at University of Tennessee, Knoxville, she is working to achieve that goal with her scholarship and her administrative responsibilities. Cristobal Salinas Jr.,

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 14, 2024

Six individuals have been recognized in The California State University’s (CSU) first-ever Black Student Success Scholarship Program.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Virginia Tech has launched an initiative to improve access and affordability to the school for Virginia students. “A Virginia Tech‘s scholarships and grants are lower than those of the school’s peers, according to the school. Our support should not be limited to scholarships that cover tuition and fees.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 6, 2025

Prior to CSF, Watson Spiva served as CEO/Executive Director of Project GRAD (Graduation Really Achieves Dreams) Atlanta Inc.,

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 16, 2024

Partnership with Native Americans offers scholarships, college grants, emergency funding, college readiness camps, and literacy and school supplies through its American Indian Education Program to improve Native students’ access to higher education. Everyone at PWNA is sincerely grateful for this recent funding from Synchrony.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The HBCU Week Foundation has received a $300,000 scholarship fund from Barclays US Consumer Bank to support students attending five select HBCUs. As we work to widen our impact in the US, these scholarship funds will help many more college students on their path to economic success." The event which took place Sep.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 3, 2023

Vermont Law and Graduate School (VLGS) has launched a scholarship to support the Indigenous people of Vermont. The First Nations scholarship – available to citizens of state or federally recognized tribes – will seek to help Indigenous students pursue careers related to VLGS programs. “We

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 16, 2025

During her 14-year tenure at Montana State University, Cruzado has demonstrated a remarkable commitment to expanding access and success for underrepresented students. Her appointment comes at a crucial time for public higher education, as institutions nationwide grapple with questions of access, affordability, and inclusion.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 12, 2025

Many students reported relying on a complex patchwork of financial aid, scholarships, and employment to cover their educational expenses. Despite widespread availability of campus resources, with 90% of students having accessed at least one school-provided service, significant barriers remain.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 29, 2024

Jennifer Collins “I am grateful to have the opportunity to engage with other colleges and universities dedicated to expanding access and opportunity,” said Rhodes College President Dr. Jennifer Collins. The college offers merit-based scholarships, need-based financial aid, fellowships, ROTC opportunities, and other programs.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

“This is important for our students here at SLCC, where most work and go to school part time, and often are helping take care of families,” said Josh Montavon, SLCC director of financial aid and scholarships.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 26, 2023

Eighteen students from across the nation were awarded scholarships by ETS at its annual scholarship reception on the ETS campus in Princeton, N.J. Equal access to education is the key that unlocks the American Dream. It is how we progress as a society,” said ETS CEO Amit Sevak, who presented the scholarships to the students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Incoming transfer students can enroll in courses early to guarantee that they have access to coursework. Necessary support is provided through GANAS (Gaining Access ’AND Academic Success), an innovative access and retention program that serves community college transfer students. In academic year 2021-22, 45.1% Currently, 60.1%

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 22, 2025

The MCT Foundation, established to support underrepresented students in higher education, provides scholarships, grants, and professional development opportunities specifically targeting African American, Latinx, and other underrepresented groups. The scholars will present their preliminary findings in spring 2025.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 6, 2025

A nationally recognized expert in health law and bioethics, she is one of five authors on the leading health law casebook in American law schools, a sought-after speaker for nationwide conversations on health care regulation and reform, and a longstanding partner to organizations working to preserve access to essential healthcare services.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Law schools have resolved this by advertising astronomically high sticker prices for tuition but awarding varying levels of merit scholarships to admitted students helping them build the entering class they aim for. At the same time, law schools need to attract students at a price they are willing to pay.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Building on Current Initiatives to Support Prospective Native Students Currently, MSU offers the Maynard Kennedy Turtle Island Acknowledgement Scholarship, which has similar benefits to NATAP but is only offered to a limited number of students each year. I think this makes MSU much more accessible than ever before,” adds Leonard.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 13, 2025

Dr. Romn Liera is a rising star in higher education, with a dedication to equity, innovative scholarship and student-centered learni Dr. Romn Liera ning. You are more than how you are being assessed, so find and do what brings you joy as a faculty member. Thats how I came into my work around racial equity and organizational change.

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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 26, 2025

Moores work has focused on closing opportunity gaps, increasing access to quality education, and addressing systemic barriers that disproportionately affect marginalized groups. Whether mentoring a young scholar or speaking at a community event, Dr. Moore connects with people in ways that are deeply inspiring and transformative.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 17, 2023

The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has received $190 million, its largest philanthropic corporate gift, for a scholarship program. Pamela Everhart The money – from Fidelity Investments – will go towards launching the Fidelity Scholars Program, which will have renewable, need-based scholarships and wrap-around support services.

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IEFA

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Looking for scholarships for Indian students? Key Scholarships for Indian Students in the U.S. Before: Navigating the myriad of scholarship programs can be daunting, but knowing where to start simplifies the process. Crores annually.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 12, 2023

Dr. Miriam Wallace, professor of English and gender studies at New College, said Villada’s scholarship is helping New College grow. Wallace said Villada’s presence has made theater more accessible for their growing Latinx population. I see myself having a mandate to serve the people of Florida, to help artists in the community.”

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

MARCH 4, 2025

In c ontrast , students who did not receive a Pell Grant c an typically afford to spend about $5,000 more on college costs, after accounting for grants and scholarships. Readers can access the underlying data output using the DataLabs Quick Launch tool.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Building on Current Initiatives to Support Prospective Native Students Currently, MSU offers the Maynard Kennedy Turtle Island Acknowledgement Scholarship, which has similar benefits to NATAP but is only offered to a limited number of students each year. I think this makes MSU much more accessible than ever before,” adds Leonard.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 13, 2024

So often we see exceptional talent unable to reach their potential because financial barriers keep them from accessing top-tier training,” she said. "At The MFA degree programs serve 35 students, each of whom receive financial assistance through scholarships or grants.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 2, 2024

Hollins University is launching a scholarship initiative to enable academically talented young women to complete a four-year degree in which direct costs of attendance are fully covered. The new cohort of HOPE Scholars will begin in fall 2025.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Jorge Silva-Puras New-York Historical makes scholarships available, Paley said, with a new annual scholarship having recently been established by Dr. Agnes Hsu-Tang, board chair of New-York Historical. The program also offers non-traditional students an accessible and affordable pathway into the field, Puras said. “We

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 6, 2024

Sacramento State’s recognition as a Black Serving Institution is a testament to the University’s dedication to promoting access and excellence for all students,” said Patrick Kennedy, chair of the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors and a Sacramento State alumnus.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 25, 2024

Howard Hewitt, Evelyn “Champagne” King, Ronald Isley, and others planned to call into the station’s broadcast to encourage donations to UNCF, the nation’s largest private provider of scholarships and financial assistance for African American and other underrepresented students to achieve access to higher education.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Ipsen The global 2023 Progress, Accomplishment, Thriving, Hope (PATH) Scholarship consists of $10,000-$25,000 grants to higher ed institutions to help students with expenses such as housing, tuition, and food. Through the PATH Scholarship program, we are dedicated to investing in their potential and contributing to their success."

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

However, the cost of tuition can be a barrier for families considering private school options, limiting access to these institutions. To address this challenge, private K-12 schools can proactively implement strategies to ensure equitable access to financial aid. Key Strategies for Equitable Access and Promoting Diversity 1.

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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

MAY 20, 2024

Another of Common App’s projects is a way to get money and scholarships in the hands of underrepresented minority students and low-income students to help them afford college. There's so much money that gets left on the table every year in private scholarships that students don't access,” Steele said.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 7, 2023

Program participants get access to early advising from their college of choice, academic counseling, and financial aid, while not having to face specific tests or transfer application fees. SAU will also offer scholarships to Bridge to Bachelor’s students. This agreement also creates SAU’s third national HBCU Urban Access Hub. “I

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