Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 24, 2024

Excelencia in Education, an organization working for increased access and completion of Latinx students in postsecondary education, has released its latest report on programs that have qualitatively and quantitatively shown to improve and increase the success of Latinx students in higher education.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 13, 2024

Edward’s has been growing every year, and they are successfully pursuing their education with generous and collaborative partnerships including the Hector and Gloria López Foundation, Breakthrough Central Texas, and Con Mi MADRE. Since 2020, our first-generation retention rate has increased by 7.2%

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 23, 2023

Jonelle Knox When I reviewed the question posed to me about [re]engaging the college community, I started thinking about a missed opportunity that many colleges and university leaders are not taking advantage of; the collaboration of student affairs and human resources to create [re]engagement activities.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The tutoring and academic counseling were crucial to her success. Then, you see the successes.” That data show that the students who attend the summer bridge program build great resilience skills, and resilience leads to retention. Alexander is studying the success and impact of various programs within AAP.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 8, 2024

million Acceleration Grant from the National Institute for Student Success. Dr. Kara Turner The institute collaborates with colleges and universities to identify obstacles to degree completion and implement proven solutions for student success. Morgan State University has been awarded a $1.5

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 28, 2023

Succession planning is paramount in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as it can play a critical role in preserving these institutions' legacy, values, and unique contributions. Succession planning plays a vital role in the long-term success and stability of the university.

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Civitas Learning

JUNE 1, 2023

The Challenge: Deliver on the mission to provide holistic services that support the success of every student every day. The Strategy: Adopt an integrated and holistic student success management model and implement a unified student success platform to make personalized support feasible at scale.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 14, 2024

James Kvaal “Across the country, colleges and universities are rejecting the old idea that weeding out students was a sign of quality, and instead they are taking responsibility for all of their students’ success,” said U.S. Under Secretary of Education James Kvaal.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 2, 2024

million to grow diversity initiatives in STEM and aerospace-related engineering fields and address barriers to access and success for historically underserved and underrepresented students. NASA has awarded the University of Houston $1.2

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Brown, Excelencia in Education has the stated mission to accelerate Latino student success in higher education. It has done that with an 86% success rate for the 2022-23 academic year. Also, that year the program’s retention rate of Latino students was 18% higher than the college’s general retention rate.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 10, 2024

The long-standing collaboration between LSAC and AALS and the impressive histories and strengths of both organizations will ensure a smooth transition in July,” she continued. “In She also chaired the planning committee for the AALS Workshop for New Law School Teachers in 2010.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 27, 2024

The intersection of strong math skills and success in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) career fields presents an opportunity not only for individuals but also for the overall economic development of our communities.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The recent Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies report on the steep enrollment declines of Black male students at community colleges is a stark reminder that our sector must accelerate the crucial work to ensure the academic success of Black male students. Francesca I.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 11, 2024

“We’re committed to affordability and access, to do everything we can to make sure every student has the opportunity to attend an institution of higher education, earn a degree, and be successful in taking their first steps into a career path.” Liann Herder can be reached at lherder@diverseeducation.com.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 13, 2023

Scott Schirmeier The new Recruitment Management module improves Navigate’s customer relationship management capabilities and simplifies recruitment/retention for schools into one platform, allowing schools to implement coordinated communications strategies for prospective students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 3, 2023

It’s taken months of collaboration across institutions, but east Tennessee’s only Historically Black College and University (HBCU) is on track to regain accreditation. When we think about retention rates, especially with Black males—HBCUs are still significant. That’s what it’s all about. We’re here to serve people.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

As indicated by several key metrics, over the past decade underrepresented minority (URM) students have made considerable progress in retention, graduation, and persistence rates. If something is even perceived as being not fully designed for all students, Thompson says a redesign is called for to foster greater student success.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The early learning sector plays a crucial role in shaping the foundation of children's education and future success. This plays a key role inhibiting the recruitment and retention of skilled professionals. To address these issues, it is imperative to focus on building a thriving workforce through higher education.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 14, 2023

Gonzales The ability to recruit and retain a diverse and talented workforce is imperative to ensuring the success of a community college system. Furthermore, there has been a growing focus on student success, completion rates, and workforce development within community colleges.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In 2020, NJIT created the Hispanic and Latinx Leadership Council, which is made up of students, faculty, staff and alumni as well as business and community leaders who work collaboratively to address recruitment, retention, engagement and persistence among Latinx students.

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Civitas Learning

MAY 14, 2024

Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Youtube Music | Full Transcript Student success remains a top priority in higher education, but many institutions face challenges in implementing strategic plans that engage both students and staff. Allison Hoffmann, Assistant Vice President of Admissions and Student Success at Northwest.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Collaborative efforts amplify the impact of DEI work and provide a broader base of support in times of adversity. This involves sharing data on positive outcomes of DEI work, such as improved student retention, enhanced campus climate, and a more robust learning environment. The Path Forward: A Vision for the Future of DEI Work.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

This includes issues of 1) campus climate where Indigenous students coming from a TCU are often entering a school environment with primarily white peers for the first time and 2) academic affairs in which advisors must have a clear sense of transfer agreements and credit structures across institutions to ensure successful degree completion.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 4, 2023

academic advisors, residence life staff, admissions coordinators, counselors, and cultural center staff) and their interactions and interventions significantly influence students' experiences and success. These groups are also crucial for administrators collaborating with faculty and other staff with shared interests.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The IIT-Wright Engineering Program is an open-ended multi-year agreement that reflects the commitment of both institutions to support the successful transfer of community college students to complete four-year degrees in STEM and related fields. One secret of our program’s exponential growth is retention,” says Espiritu.

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Civitas Learning

MARCH 7, 2024

Civitas Learning’s Texas Leadership Workshop recently brought together leaders from ten different institutions across Texas and beyond to discuss student success strategies for higher education. Student Success is more than improving graduation rates.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Coalition building for comprehensive learner support Effective support systems for Latine students require collaboration. Community congruent An institution’s success in serving Latine students is tied to its ability to reflect the surrounding community. This sense of belonging is critical for student retention and success.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

For instance, ‘walking’ students had a 29% retention rate and a 7% rate of completion. But student who were even just one tier up, ‘speed-walking,’ saw retention rates jump to 53% and likelihood of completing to 26%. Most students who are ‘walking’ (71%) don’t even continue past their first year in college, according to the report.

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Civitas Learning

JANUARY 9, 2025

Today’s most influential leaders recognize that student success goes beyond traditional measures like retention and graduation rates. This approach fosters proactive, collaborative support by enabling the coordination of services such as academic coaching, advising, financial aid, and career guidance. Read Their Story 3.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Retention strategies like mentorship programs, ongoing training, and opportunities for advancement can make a significant difference in keeping valuable employees engaged and motivated. By doing so, they enhance their ability to recruit and retain exceptional talent and further drive their institutions toward long-term success.

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EAB

MARCH 10, 2023

Press Release EAB’s Navigate Platform Now Supports Student Recruitment and Retention EAB expands Navigate’s CRM capabilities to engage prospective students March 10, 2023 Tempe, Arizona (March 10, 2023) — EAB announced today an extension of its flagship student success technology, Navigate , to help colleges engage and enroll prospective students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 20, 2023

Higher education leaders face an obligation to Kansas families to remove barriers to access and success and ensure that our system lives up to the ideal of equal opportunity for all. Although these actions are helpful, they have not moved the needle toward closing access and success gaps. Structural change is needed.

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Civitas Learning

MAY 14, 2024

Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Youtube Music | Full Transcript Student success remains a top priority in higher education, but many institutions face challenges in implementing strategic plans that engage both students and staff. Allison Hoffman, Assistant Vice President of Admissions and Student Success at Northwest.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 10, 2023

It’s about developing new and exciting collaborations that break down barriers between industries and sectors to seize upon common interests, goals and complementary capabilities. Social media is also a way to express appreciation for colleagues and collaborators.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Back in September, Western Michigan University—a public research institution located in the southwestern corner of the state—released its fall 2024 enrollment and retention numbers, much to the delight of the school’s provost, Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig. Black student enrollment, for example, went up 2.3% in Hispanic enrollment. “We

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Civitas Learning

APRIL 17, 2025

This approach empowers institutions to uncover hidden gaps and drive outcomes like improving retention, scaling advising, and strengthening cross-campus collaboration. In higher education, successful implementation often means rethinking long-standing processes, habits, and team dynamics.

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Knack

JANUARY 10, 2025

However, these institutions often face persistent challenges in helping students navigate demanding coursework while also developing the practical skills needed for long-term success. Peer tutoring programs, specifically tailored for colleges of business, present an effective way to bridge this gap.

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