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Law School's Enrollment Crisis? Looking Past the Headlines

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This system for awarding admission raises a host of concerns, not the least of which is its deceptiveness and opacity to applicants. At the same time, national legal organizations have expressed cautious optimism.

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On a Mission: Damon L. Williams Jr., Takes on the World

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His dedication to the work would eventually increase student placement rate for Xavier by 50%, building a pipeline to both Ivy League institutions and regional or local graduate schools. now retired, is a fellow Xavier alum who spent 21 years working at Xavier in the office of Graduate Placement. Dr. Dereck J. Rovaris, Sr.,

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Higher Education Can Connect Diverse Students to Lucrative, Technical Careers

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Technical jobs are receiving fewer applications from younger generations. According to Handshake, a network of institutions and employers that helps connect students with early career opportunities, trade careers saw 49% fewer applications in 2022 than 2020. So far, each CDL graduate has received a job offer.

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4 Things to Highlight on Your College Application

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Many students want to stand out on their college applications and make a good first impression, but they are unsure where to start and what to include. Colleges review hundreds of applications and many prestigious colleges have low acceptance rates, so it’s important to be prepared before you start applying.

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New Partnership Aims to Diversify Medical Device Sales

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MSC CEO Travis Allen said that part of what makes his program so unique is that instructors are actually “seasoned veteran medical device sales representatives,” who not only teach the students but also help them connect with jobs after completion, a key part of MSC’s 84% placement rate.

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We are Not an ‘Issue’: We are Your Students of Color!!

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

When cultural ways of being and cultural differences are framed as assets rather than problems, unnecessary special education referrals, labeling, and placements will decrease. college visits, application preparation, and scholarship information) and work-based learning opportunities (e.g., c. Disciplinary overrepresentation.

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Report: Parents of Prospective College Students Worry about Cost and Safety

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“Parents and caretakers are always concerned about educational costs, degree competition and job placement, and if a safe and healthy campus environment is provided for their students,” said Dr. Davida L. Problems related to the rollout of the new FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) impacted the responses of parents.

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