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Report: Outdated Funding Law Hampers Community College Student Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

By modernizing the Fifty Percent Law, we can ensure that California's community colleges are empowered to meet the needs of today's learners and equip them for future success." Larry Galizio, President & CEO of the Community College League of California. "By For California's 2.2

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They are Ready! Transforming the Narrative to Engage Black Males in Educational Settings

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Oftentimes, our biases and beliefs serve as barriers to helping Black males, especially when it comes to providing resources for them to achieve academically, optimize their mental health and wellness, and receive postsecondary preparation. Communicate. Have courageous and vulnerable conversations with Black boys and young men.

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The #RealCollege Curriculum Masterclass Prepares Faculty and Staff to Holistically Support Student Needs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Sara Goldrick-Rab To help mitigate this, Believe in Students developed The #RealCollege Curriculum masterclass, a four-course curriculum sponsored by the ECMC Foundation, Gates Foundation, Imaginable Futures, and Michelson 20MM. EST to share insights on student success and rising college costs, expressing the urgency of the curriculum.

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Legislation Would Introduce Grant Program for California Black-Serving Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

By providing dedicated funding, we empower institutions to create environments where Black students feel supported, valued, and prepared for successful careers beyond college. This is an investment in the future of our state, in the innovation and brilliance of Black students, and in the institutions committed to their success, he added.

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Why Mental Health Must Be Part of Your School’s Launch Plan

Active Minds

We plan everything—the schedules, the curricula, the safety drills—but too often, mental health programming gets overlooked. But I quickly learned that when we wait to address mental health issues until they escalate, it’s already too late. As educators and school leaders, we have to prioritize mental health from day one.

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School Counselors’ Crucial Role in Student Mental Health

Active Minds

It’s no surprise that school counselors play an important role in supporting student mental health, well-being, and academic success in K-12 schools. They are making a difference in the daily lives of our K-12 students and changing the conversation about mental health in their schools.

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Navigating Pathways to Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In my 30-year journey as a university president, I learned that successful leaders are not those who simply speak quickly, but rather those who learn to listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions. It’s about showing genuine care and respect for others, regardless of their backgrounds or beliefs.

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