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MARCUS BYRD

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Marcus Byrd Marcus Byrd has been named director of financial aid at Alabama A&M University. He served as director of financial aid at Coppin State University in Baltimore. Byrd earned a bachelor’s degree in finance and an MBA from Alabama A&M University.

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Salt Lake Community College Launches Scholarship Program for Tribal Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“This is important for our students here at SLCC, where most work and go to school part time, and often are helping take care of families,” said Josh Montavon, SLCC director of financial aid and scholarships.

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Georgian Court University Boasts Women-Led Majority Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Jennifer Edmonds, dean of the School of Business & Digital Media; Dr. Teri Wurmser, dean of the Hackensack Meridian Health School of Nursing and Wellness; and Dr. Kelly McNeal, dean of the School of Education. The school went co-educational in 2012, but its concern for women remains. They expect women to be leaders."

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Team Spotlight: Nanette DiLauro

College Aid Services

Nanette began her journey in higher education in 1992, assuming key roles as Director of Financial Aid at both Columbia University and Barnard College, where she made significant contributions over 13 years. In this month’s Team Spotlight, we’re excited to feature Nanette DiLauro.

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Smart Aid, Real Impact: Peddie’s Success with SSS

School & Student Services by Community Brands

When families consider private school education, theyre not just weighing academic rigor or college acceptancestheyre making one of the most personal, emotional, and financially significant decisions of their lives. million in financial assistance in 2025 alone. The Peddie School in New Jersey understands this on a deep level.

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Announcing SSS Integration with TaxStatus®

School & Student Services by Community Brands

This partnership underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering schools with future-ready solutions that ignite growth, drive success, and empower them to lead in an ever-evolving educational landscape. Empower your Financial Aid experience and learn more at our upcoming webinar.

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An Open Letter to College-Bound Students and Their Parents

Counselors' Corner

Out of the thousands of higher education institutions in the United States -- be it a four-year college or university, a two-year college, or a technical training program -- not a single one runs an Office of Judgment. To those students applying to college this fall, we say to you -- we hear you, and we are here to help.