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

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“We were able to accomplish this through educational sessions at open houses, parent and family weekend, the use of a new JCSU-specific parent and family communication web portal, Golden Bull academics (JCSU’s student orientation) and webinars,” she said. Lower-income families especially appreciate early communication. “In

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Promoting Higher Education for Native Americans in Minnesota

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Communication is key on how the funding works to benefit students.” An example of where even completing a FAFSA—a requirement of North Star Promise—can clash with Native American culture is provided by Tiffany Gusbeth, vice president of student success services of the American Indian College Fund (College Fund).

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Natural Allies: How Diversity Leaders and Community Engagement Leaders Build Democracy Together

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Because of these experiences, our students build active listening, bridge building, communication, critical thinking, and empathy – essential skills for building thriving workplaces, communities, and families. Further, evidence shows that community-based engagement correlates with student learning gains.

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Five Lessons for Turning Practice into Policy

IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

Leverage Coalitions for Impact Coalitions are vital to advocacy success. And as the environment evolves, soliciting feedback from partners, policymakers, and the public is increasingly important. “The COP2P webinar series provided confirmation that our team was on the right track,” Scott reflected.

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Communications Must-Do’s When a Flashpoint Impacts Your District

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Blogs Communications Must-Do’s When a Flashpoint Impacts Your District Over the last year, one in three superintendents nationwide has addressed a divisive flashpoint that brought everyday work in their district to a screeching halt. Below we’ve shared three must-know strategies for efficient and effective flashpoint communication.

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Five Lessons for Turning Practice into Policy

IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

Leverage Coalitions for Impact Coalitions are vital to advocacy success. And as the environment evolves, soliciting feedback from partners, policymakers, and the public is increasingly important. “The COP2P webinar series provided confirmation that our team was on the right track,” Scott reflected.

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4 ways to build faculty buy-in for student success initiatives

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Blogs 4 ways to build faculty buy-in for student success initiatives The role of faculty in improving student outcomes cannot be overstated. However, securing faculty buy-in for major student success initiatives is seldom easy. Read this post to learn four ways to overcome common barriers and build faculty buy-in.