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

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

EAB 2024 Parent Survey EAB 2024 Parent Survey Haywood said JCSU has found it necessary to re-educate parents and caretakers about the financial aid process, including explaining new definitions and types of aid. “We This emphasizes a key recommendation from the paper, which is to build robust parent communication.

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GWU to Replace "Colonials" Nickname from Athletics Teams Amid Student Pressure

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28 during “Moniker Madness,” said Ellen Moran, GWU vice president for communications and marketing. The idea of a colonial just by definition is something that is built on exclusivity and hierarchy, let alone racism in its most violent form,” said alumna Hayley Margolis. “So GWU will hear feedback until Apr.

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How to be a More Effective Listener

Steve Keating

Many people who claim to want to be better communicators focus almost entirely on speaking more clearly. But effective speaking and effective communicating are two very different things. You cannot communicate effectively if you can’t listen effectively. Truly great communicators know that’s a fact. Show non-verbal cues.

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Becoming a Person of Influence

Steve Keating

I often start presentations on leadership by working with the participants to agree on a one word definition of leadership. I ask for their individual one word definition. It involves personal growth, clear communication, and understanding relationships and social structures. Effective Communication 1.

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Compounding Inequities in Law School Are Not Insurmountable

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Terrel, who is a first-generation law student, said she thinks aspiring Black lawyers like herself must often lean on members of their own community for help navigating the labyrinthine legal education system. “[The The law school application process] was definitely very intimidating,” Terrel said. As of Friday, there were 5.7%

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The Rise of Local News Deserts

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Houston said that in an era where newspapers are declining, finding other methods of communication is essential. So that can definitely be a positive.” It’s also about creating new ways to reach people and get them the information they need, he added. “It The current media landscape isn’t uniform.

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Promoting Higher Education for Native Americans in Minnesota

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Communication is key on how the funding works to benefit students.” UM also has the Office of Native American Affairs, which facilitates communication and consultation with tribal nations to improve UM systemwide to better serve Native communities and learners.