Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 5, 2023

Across the country, state legislators have been debating—and in several cases passing— legislation that censors teaching and learning, threatens academic freedom, and limits or eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion offices and efforts both on and off campuses.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The students interviewed voiced concerns about a number of deficiencies on their campuses, including a lack of students and faculty of color; limited support from their school; insufficient information about reporting processes for incidents of racial/ethnic discrimination; and not having mental health supports specifically for students of color.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 20, 2024

million grant – lasting five years – will go toward what this cadre of faculty and staff are calling the Transformation, Equity, Access, and Sense of Belonging (TEAS) project, which is directly aimed at aiding Asian students at UConn’s regional campus in Hartford. The search for the new hire is currently underway, according to Rola. “And

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

I would also make therapy and mental health services available year-round, through the summer,” said De Luna. It’s a big deal you all care about us, analyze data and talk it over, share with each other what it is you’re doing to break down barriers and work towards equity and diversity,” said Quackenbush. Dr. Karen A.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

There will be courses about social, behavioral, environmental, and cultural determinants of health and interventions that can be beneficial to underserved communities. Health isn’t just your physical or mental health; we have to think more broadly about the social determinants of health or the conditions in which people live,” says Charles.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 13, 2023

And they may be less familiar with the “hidden curriculum”—the implicit norms and knowledge that help students navigate college life. These first-generation students are likelier than their peers to be from minoritized backgrounds, to face economic challenges, and to juggle jobs and families in addition to school.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Our comprehensive strategy emphasizes culturally relevant curriculum, robust community connections and clear pathways to success—crucial for nurturing a sense of belonging and enhancing academic persistence. We aim to eliminate equity gaps and continue to transform our institution into a Hispanic-graduating institution.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 26, 2023

In this same spirit, we interrogate measures, theories, and curriculum to expose “cultureblindness” and cultural assaultiveness. The learning environment, curriculum, materials, and resources align with the learning styles of minoritized students. (4) 1) Vocational agency - inspired to become successful education professionals. (2)

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 28, 2023

We’re one of the few rural schools in Colorado that actually has a full-time licensed mental health professional,” Alvarez said. Through the college’s Student Equity and Achievement Program, Alvarez oversaw Otero’s redesign of classrooms, curriculum and teaching practices to make learning more inviting and inclusive.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Years later, as higher education faculty in gifted and talented education, school counseling, mental health, and college and career readiness, we have the same and more concerns. I must work with current and future mental health professionals to be culturally sensitive and competent in their knowledge skills and dispositions.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 11, 2023

This entails being anti-racist, equity-minded, and culturally responsive, as we have written about in Diverse: Issues In Higher Education and several other scholarly outlets. For example, counselors can use bibliotherapy (use of books to address academic and mental health issues) to work with Mason and other students.

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COE

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Maintaining Inclusive Campuses After Affirmative Action: Educators Discuss Pathways Forward November 1, 2024 — by Holly Hexter Educators say campuses can maintain multicultural, supportive environments in the aftermath of mandates eliminating affirmative action and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 1, 2023

We design the curriculum individually to students’ needs. California State University offers programs such as Chico’s Gradu- ate Equity Fellowship Program to help students explore whether to pursue a doctorate degree. Students attend a six-week course contextualized for their needs. It’s not one-size-fits-all,” says Espiritu. “We

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COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

Today’s youth face a range of growing challenges—financial instability, a housing crisis, and a national mental health emergency. Many New Yorkers have shared how The Door’s wraparound supports have been crucial in transforming their lives. These and other intersecting issues make The Door’s mission even more vital.

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COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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COE

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Mason Award stands as the pinnacle of recognition bestowed by the Council for Opportunity in Education, celebrating extraordinary individuals who have made indelible contributions to the realm of college opportunity programs and the relentless pursuit of educational equity for low-income, first-generation students, and those with disabilities.

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Timely MD

JULY 2, 2024

I think we have to do it with equity in mind, and ensuring that we aren’t creating exclusivity when the name of the game probably should be more inclusivity.” An online hub for mental health support came about on Stowe’s campus following an informal conversation with students a few years ago. ” Angela Stowe, Ph.D.

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COE

OCTOBER 2, 2023

From Humble Beginnings to Leading Higher Education Advocacy: My Journey October 2, 2023 — by Kimberly Jones Becoming COE president, I strive for educational equity, inspired by my parents’ resilience and belief in transformative education for all. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Mason Award stands as the pinnacle of recognition bestowed by the Council for Opportunity in Education, celebrating extraordinary individuals who have made indelible contributions to the realm of college opportunity programs and the relentless pursuit of educational equity for low-income, first-generation students, and those with disabilities.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Canedo described how his research on supporting undocumented students laid the foundation for his current endeavors, underlining the significance of healing, disability, and transformative justice in the pursuit of genuine equity. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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EAB

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

These questions came from a wide range of district leaders—from superintendents, to directors of curriculum and instruction, to principals. Diversity, equity, and inclusion: 6% of requests DEI best practice: 40% Closing gaps (e.g.,

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COE

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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COE

JANUARY 7, 2024

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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COE

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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EAB

JULY 28, 2023

Closing equity gaps may become even harder. The underlying social inequities that drove pre-pandemic equity gaps have not gone away and are now being compounded by a political backlash. The Moon Shot for Equity Learn how our partners are closing regional equity gaps. Strengthen your math tutoring and academic support.

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EAB

JULY 28, 2023

Closing equity gaps may become even harder. The underlying social inequities that drove pre-pandemic equity gaps have not gone away and are now being compounded by a political backlash. The Moon Shot for Equity Learn how our partners are closing regional equity gaps. Strengthen your math tutoring and academic support.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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COE

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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COE

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The Council for Opportunity in Education Announces New Partnership with the Institute of International Education Center for Access and Equity February 26, 2024 — by Terrance L. The Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) announced today a new partnership with the Institute of International Education (IIE) Center for Access and Equity.

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Supporting Student Success

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Postsecondary educators have been increasingly focused on supporting positive student mental health over the past decades. Additionally, poor mental health and toxic stress have a detrimental impact on learning and academic performance. Stress, Mental Health and Learning. times that of their peers.

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COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Policymakers are urged to address the systemic barriers that Black, Latinx, and Indigenous students face, such as financial aid limitations and inequities in mental health services. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

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COE

MAY 3, 2024

January to May 2024 At COE’s Policy Seminar, Secretary Cardona urged education advocates to action, stressing the importance of advocacy, inclusivity, and collective effort to advance educational equity, drawing from his personal journey as a first-generation college student.

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COE

AUGUST 15, 2024

Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know! Hamm Click to view the page: The Council for Opportunity in Education and Comcast NBCUniversal Launch $1.5

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