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Report Examines Fragmented Reentry Services for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Attending College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The community organizations would really benefit from learning more about college students’ needs reentering, but on the flip side the colleges aren’t always thinking about their own reentering students.” The report addresses that there should be a seamless integration between student services and reentering students.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“In order for Latinx students to want to come to Hartnell College, stay and complete, they need to feel a sense of belonging and cultural validation, and we have to offer high-value programs that offer a meaningful return on investment,” says Gutierrez. All of the college’s student services are available in English and Spanish.

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Enhancing Family Experiences Through Financial Aid: Solutions and Strategies for Private K-12 Schools

School & Student Services by Community Brands

How do private schools determine and communicate which costs are included in tuition and which are not? How do costs of attendance influence student and family experiences of belonging or marginalization? Adding this information to the school website, along with personalized communications, can help families plan more effectively.

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

Civitas Learning

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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Ensure Equitable Access to Private School Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Understanding the Need for Financial Aid By offering opportunities for financial aid throughout the admissions process , private schools open doors for deserving students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Clear communication, helpful staff, and a streamlined application process can make the experience less stressful for families.

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Supporting Institutional Financial Health with Cross-Functional Collaboration

Civitas Learning

The widely accepted belief that student success is a responsibility shared by the entire campus, rather than just traditional student services, is challenging to implement. There are numerous collaboration models in higher education, and each institution must create a model that suits its identity and needs.

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One-Stop Student Services: Strategies to Succeed

Blackboard Blog

We already know the benefits of investing in a one-stop student services solution –you will improve consistency of service and answers, improve the student experience, and better utilize overburdened staff. Q: How Do You Overcome Individuals Who Aren’t Supportive of Centralizing Student Services?