Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 30, 2024

While the ruling sought to dismantle the legal framework of racial segregation and promised equal educational opportunities for all, its implementation often overlooked the unique needs of Black students with disabilities. The displacement of Black teachers following the Brown decision further exacerbated these challenges.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 21, 2024

As a first-generation college student, a Black woman, and the child of immigrants, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in higher education. These initiatives opened doors for me and countless others, providing opportunities that seemed out of reach for many in my community.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 16, 2024

Imani Rupert-Gordon “All students deserve to have places of support on the campuses where they are investing in their education and preparing for their futures, and this includes LGBTQ+ students and students of color,” says Rupert-Gordon. “We Now, we’re seeing it being targeted through multiple avenues.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

While many of the keywords in DEI are now outlawed from inclusion in job hunts, experts behind the job searches for administrators, staff, and faculty in higher education across these states and more say that diversity remains at the core of the work they do despite the legislative efforts or the decision by the U.S.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 23, 2022

She leads all strategic planning for the conference, working closely with the 12 full-time member institutions and an associate member along with the board of directors and staff to support the advancement of student athletes , and managing 14 CIAA championships.

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College Aid Services

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Originally scheduled for release in August, Federal Student Aid announced yesterday that batch corrections will not be available for the 2024-25 FAFSA. This surprising announcement places a significant burden on Financial Aid Administrators and may cause further delays in granting aid to students.

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HEAG

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Resources Word In Wooden Cube Financial aid administrators are the unsung heroes of the academic world, playing a crucial role in helping students navigate the complex realm of financial aid and achieve their academic goals. To fulfill their responsibilities effectively, … Read more ».

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Student Privacy Compass

APRIL 29, 2025

More than two years into the advent of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in K-12 schools, many state departments of education are issuing guidance or policies for responsible school and student use of AI. A helpful map from AI for Education shows that half of U.S.

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Student Privacy Compass

JULY 6, 2023

Higher education institutions participating in the US Department of Education’s federal student aid programs need to be aware of recent updates to requirements to the Safeguards Rule of the Graham-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), which will go into effect on June 9, 2023. How do Institutions ensure compliance?

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

While financial aid is essential for keeping private schools diverse and accessible, the administrative workload that comes with processing all these applications can quickly become overwhelming. More families exploring financial aid means more students considering private education, which can help grow and diversify your schools community.

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College Aid Services

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Federal Student Aid has officially removed enrolled services to Student Aid Internet Gateway (SAIG) accounts that were not actively confirmed prior to the December 10 deadline by the institution’s Primary Destination Point Administrator (Primary DPA).

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 11, 2025

A well-structured financial aid program attracts and retains mission-driven students and families while maintaining a balance between affordability and tuition revenue. A thoughtfully designed financial aid strategy doesnt just ease administrative burdensit helps families make informed decisions about their childs education.

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EAB

APRIL 17, 2023

Blogs Looking to Grow Your Health Care Administration Program? Here Are Four Tips Health care administration programs are increasingly attractive to both students and employers. Here are four components of a successful health care administration program—and profiles of five institutions succeeding in this market.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

million K-12 students enrolled in private institutions as of fall 2021. Private and independent K12 schools work to strategically allocate financial aid to maintain enrollment, foster diversity, and support students who need assistance the most. Demographic Trends How has the financial aid program influenced student diversity?

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 15, 2024

As schools handle sensitive information, such as family financial records and student data, it’s essential to prioritize cyber awareness and implement strong security measures. Ensuring that these systems are secure is not just about compliance—it’s about safeguarding the trust and well-being of the school community.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 21, 2024

This Electronic Announcement provides information on the implementation of new requirements related to Gainful Employment programs under the Administrative Capability regulations in 34 C.F.R. t) and the Financial Responsibility regulations in § 668.171(c), which go into effect July 1, 2024.

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Student Privacy Compass

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Today, we released a new infographic, “ Understanding Student Monitoring ,” depicting the variety of reasons why schools monitor student digital activities, what types of student data are being monitored, and how that data could be used. View the infographic here.

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EAB

JULY 21, 2023

If you’ve worked at a community college, you have probably encountered at least one of these statements from a student, no matter your role. In order to design a modern student experience , colleges must understand the forces that shape student expectations long before they arrive on campus.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The campus had a strong compliance-oriented institutional research function, but other functions such as strategic planning and accreditation did not have a formal home. What happens when you disaggregate your student success data? Executive leadership. Sufficient executive authority and strategic leadership is integral to success.

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EAB

JUNE 12, 2023

Headlines about student debt and poor student outcomes have prompted federal attention. The Department reevaluated this exception due to “the growth in online enrollment and associated federal student debt” since its inception in 2011. What was not expected, however, was their expansion of the third-party servicer definition.

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EAB

MAY 22, 2023

Accelerators Strategic Enrollment Management Student enrollment is practically everyone’s job at an institution. The Success and Retention Opportunities Accelerator empowers users with student success analytics to improve student success outcomes through interventions, policy changes, and other initiatives.

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EAB

JUNE 30, 2023

What benefits do staff, faculty, and students gain from better data management? Edify serves as a data hub for all of the systems that higher ed already uses, from enrollment and fundraising CRMs to student success platforms. It certainly sounds good to improve data management, but in a tangible sense, what does that mean?

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

JANUARY 13, 2023

Our vaccination policies for students and employees will remain unchanged during the upcoming term. For campus guests, only divisions that host on-campus guests who stay overnight in JHU on-campus residential facilities will be responsible for communicating the vaccination requirement and ensuring compliance. Sincerely, Stephen Gange.

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College Planners of America

MAY 13, 2023

The 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) integrates major changes in the way students will apply for Federal student aid. Education Department (ED), these changes will help students by enabling a better and simpler FAFSA experience. According to the U.S.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

EAB has done a decade of research on cost savings and efficiency on both the academic and administrative side. The number of prospective students will continue to drop after that, permanently falling another 21% by 2100, despite a slight bump in the 2030s. The core is that across-the-board cuts don’t work. decline in the U.S.

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Timely MD

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Connecticut State Colleges and Universities serve as a prime example, having used HEERF to expand access to much-needed 24/7 mental health services through TimelyCare for students at all 12 of its community colleges. We cannot simply ignore what our students are facing.” According to the U.S.

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College Aid Services

JULY 10, 2024

Federal Student Aid has provided several tools that institutions can utilize until the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) post-screening and identity verification processes are available later this year for 2024-25.

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College Aid Services

JULY 25, 2024

Federal Student Aid has updated the 2024–25 FAFSA Specifications Guide. The volumes contained in this guide contain FAFSA Processing System (FPS) technical and processing information for the 2024–25 award year. What changed?

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Timely MD

AUGUST 4, 2022

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights said it “will not impose penalties for non-compliance with the regulatory requirements under the HIPAA Rules against covered healthcare providers in connection with the good faith provision of telehealth during the COVID-19 nationwide public health emergency.”

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College Aid Services

APRIL 4, 2024

Federal Student Aid is hosting a pair of webinars later this year to train administrators on the recertification process for Title IV programs, which must be submitted 90 days before the expiration of their school’s Program Participate Agreement (PPA).

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

AUGUST 11, 2022

We also included some helpful tips for storing and managing student information, which can alleviate stress and save valuable time and money for your school. Is enrollment status up to date for all students? For example, will you need to make your financial aid more competitive to attract mission-appropriate students?

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EAB

MARCH 7, 2023

And so what we've found through our research here at EAB is currently most institutions, they do rigorously track and manage those risks such as financial, operational and compliance related risks. So what were the PPE requirements and what were students expecting for service, during that particular time? In response to those issues.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 9, 2023

Dr. Christine McPhail, president of Saint Augustine's University, “Nobody wants probation, but I’m a seasoned administrator with multiple decades of experience in the area,” said McPhail. “Am Am I concerned about it? Any academic is concerned. The Historically Black College and University (HBCU) was placed on probation for good cause on Dec.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 27, 2023

About 43 million people are expected to resume or start repayments of their student loans. The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) has issued its final report and a toolkit for financial aid professionals across the nation in anticipation of the resumption of federal student loan repayments.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Gavin Newsom Undocumented students in California’s higher education system may soon be able to get a job in California’s public universities and colleges. California would become the first state in the nation to employ undocumented college students without legal work permits, pending a signature from Gov. Gavin Newsom.

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College Planners of America

APRIL 28, 2023

Three years ago, Congress enacted long-overdue reforms in the passage of the FAFSA Simplification Act of 2020, which substantially improves Federal student aid process. million additional students are expected to qualify for Federal student aid every year under the Act. Originally, the U.S.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 19, 2025

The University of Pennsylvania is facing significant financial implications as the federal government halts $175 million in funding over policies regarding transgender student-athletes, raising concerns about academic freedom and institutional autonomy in higher education.

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