Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Removing barriers for students to use mental health services is one of the most important goals of college administrations today particularly for students of color and diverse backgrounds. In a recent article , Diverse outlined the various mental health challenges students face today and discussed how educators can offer more effective support. According to the 2023 Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE) for returning students and the 2023 Survey of Entering Student Engagement (

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Student Minds

DECEMBER 9, 2024

A student shares their personal battle with depression, shedding light on the often-hidden struggles of academic life and mental health. Through honest reflections and hard-won coping strategies, this piece aims to offer support, understanding, and hope to others facing similar challenges. - Anonymous For many students, the transition into college life is filled with excitement and ambition.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 9, 2024

For students preparing to apply for financial aid, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial part of the process. With recent changes to the FAFSA process, it’s important to stay informed about whats going on. This can help to maximize your eligibility for aid and financial aid funding. Heres a breakdown of the top 5 changes to the FAFSA this year that you should know about: 1.

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Community College Review

DECEMBER 9, 2024

This article probably discusses the controversial topic of providing scholarships to undocumented immigrants at community colleges, exploring arguments for and against such policies and their potential impacts on education access and community development.

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Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 9, 2024

No matter what the pundits say, college continues to pay off in extraordinary ways for many and especially for kids.That is, for the children of the 3 million+ undergraduates currently parenting while in college. The intergenerational benefits of a college education are massive, and they begin accruing when both parent and child are in school at the same time.

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Community College Review

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Accreditation is crucial for college selection, affecting financial aid eligibility, credit transferability, and future employment prospects. This article explains the importance of choosing an accredited institution and provides resources for verifying a school's accreditation status.

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Community College Review

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Community colleges offer free or low-cost healthcare services through student-run clinics, providing valuable experience for medical students while addressing the needs of uninsured patients. Services may include dental care, physical therapy, and general health services, making healthcare more accessible to students and community members.

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Community College Review

DECEMBER 9, 2024

This article likely examines the controversy surrounding the teaching of Islamic studies by individuals with anti-Islamic views, discussing issues of academic freedom, religious education, and the importance of unbiased instruction in higher education.

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