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Kessler Collaborative Breaks Down Silos to Help First-Generation Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

What started as an innovative program to support limited-income and first-generation students at the University of Michigan in 2008 has since grown into a 16-institution collaborative program that has helped hundreds of first-generation students across the country find success in post-secondary education.

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From Controllers to Careers: Using Esports to Develop Tech Skills in Higher Education

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Furthermore, involvement in esports can provide opportunities for students to delve into coding, game development tools, and software customization that can facilitate practical experience in programming, game design, and software development.

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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At Montgomery County Community College (MCCC), we take a slightly different approach to supporting the mental health of our students, centering around facilitating access and removing barriers to care. A primary component of this approach involves integrating mental health support with other basic student wellness services.

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Ohio State, Uwill Partner to Provide Teletherapy

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As such, Ohio State is collaborating with mental health and wellness solution Uwill , whose proprietary technology enables students to facilitate appointments with licensed mental health counselors based on their needs and preferences.

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McGrath Named President of Pacific Oaks College & Children’s School

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I’m looking forward to working collaboratively with faculty and staff to build the Pacific Oaks of the future and innovate sustainable growth.” Her deep understanding of our System's principles will facilitate seamless collaboration with her peers, driving our collective success.”

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Howard Joins Atlanta University Center Institutions in EDTECH Africa Initiative

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It is aimed at cultivating educational exchanges in collaboration with the Government of Kenya, the U.S., This collaboration aims to strengthen Kenya's higher education system and prepare a new generation of Kenyan leaders to drive the development of a resilient and prosperous nation.”

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Yale Pledges $10M Toward HBCU Partnerships, Following Slavery Apology

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Also, it is set to increase the number of HBCU graduates who participate in post-baccalaureate programs that facilitate opportunities to conduct independent research under the supervision of a faculty member, meet first-year graduate students, and participate in workshops that prepare them for application to Ph.D. programs.