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Report Emphasizes the Importance of Professional Social Capital

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Also, Black managers are 65% more likely to progress in their careers if they have a sponsor. The report also notes requiring ongoing career advisement and formalizing the mentorship experience. We need metrics to ensure that the onus of social capital isn’t on students,” Collins said.

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Bridging the Gap From Education to Employment

The University Innovation Alliance

Lack of adequate career preparation can be especially harmful to students from low-income backgrounds seeking to expand their career options and increase their lifelong earning potential through college education. They want to provide career readiness in deep, meaningful ways, especially to students who need it most.

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Franklin & Marshall College Names Dr. Andrew Rich as 17th President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Under his leadership, the school established eight new fellowship programs and created an Office of Student Success offering comprehensive mentoring, professional development, and career services. The initiative's success earned the 2023 Exemplary Model Award from the American Association of University Administrators.

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A Life of Ministry

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

After her time at PTC, McManus returned to her alma mater and worked as the coordinator of educational career services and placement. “I believe that everyone has the opportunity to succeed, whatever that success looks like.”

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