Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 11, 2024

Earlier this year, a report from the National Student Clearinghouse brought some welcome news following years of declines in college transfer. The data showed that, of the 11.7 million undergraduate students enrolled in college last fall, 1.2 million had transferred within the past three years, a more than 5% gain from the previous year. The findings were rightfully celebrated for showing a rise in learners — including those from middle- and low-income backgrounds — moving from community college

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College Aid Services

JULY 11, 2024

Noncitizens are eligible for federal aid through the FAFSA application if they fall within specific classifications—such as permanent resident, conditional entrant, or refugee, etc.—and provide a valid Alien Registration number that is verified by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). While the vast majority pass the initial identity verification, those who don’t undergo a secondary… More » FAFSA Limbo: Why Secondary Noncitizen Verifications Are Delayed The post FAFSA Limbo: Why

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 11, 2024

Radford University Class of 2027 Radford University in Virginia has received a $1.2 million grant from the state to support its Pell Grant-eligible and low-income students for four years. The funding will allow for the hiring of four new student support advocates, who will offer dedicated attention and guidance to these students as they pursue their degrees.

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Steve Keating

JULY 11, 2024

So, the first thing I’d like to point out is that the title doesn’t say “why so many leaders fail.” It says “so many people in leadership positions.” Authentic Leaders seldom fail. They, and the people they lead, regularly overcome challenges to accomplish their goals and objectives. Holding down a leadership position in an organizational chart doesn’t make you a leader.

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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

JULY 11, 2024

Most students are stressed or anxious about the upcoming U.S. presidential election, according to a national survey conducted by virtual health and well-being provider, Timely Care. Dr. Jerry Walker In July, the provider conducted an online survey of 1,491 two- and four-year college students to examine their mental health and well-being. The polling found that 65% of respondents expressed feeling stressed or anxious about the election, wherein 63% said they planned to vote and 31% said they were

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 11, 2024

If you're on an income-driven repayment (IDR) plan for your student loans, you might benefit from using alternative documentation of your income when it’s time to recertify. IDR plans require you to update your income and family size yearly, usually using your most recent federal income tax return. But life can throw curveballs, and your… The post Alternative Documentation for IDR Repayment: What to Do When Your Tax Return Doesn’t Reflect Your True Income appeared first on Student Lo

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 11, 2024

If you're on an income-driven repayment (IDR) plan for your student loans, you might benefit from using alternative documentation of your income when it’s time to recertify. IDR plans require you to update your income and family size yearly, usually using your most recent federal income tax return. But life can throw curveballs, and your… The post Alternative Documentation for IDR Repayment: What to Do When Your Tax Return Doesn’t Reflect Your True Income appeared first on Student Lo

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 11, 2024

City University of New York (CUNY) Chancellor Dr. Félix V. Matos Rodríguez has been tapped to serve as chair of the American Council on Education (ACE) Board of Directors. “I am privileged to have been able to serve in several fulfilling roles with ACE, and excited by the opportunity to serve as its next board chair,” said Rodríguez. Dr. Félix V. Matos Rodríguez “I share the desire to unite and connect those working in higher education, since this type of creative collaboration is what makes tru

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Civitas Learning

JULY 11, 2024

Once students enroll and begin classes, an institution’s work is far from over. Effective communication, guidance, and resources are foundational to an effective student success strategy. This is particularly important in today’s economic climate, which requires institutions to navigate declines in enrollment and tuition revenue. Every effort matters to keep students enrolled and persisting to graduation.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 11, 2024

The U.S. Department of Education plans to convene youths, school leaders, elected officials, and afterschool and summer learning program providers for this year’s Engage Every Student Summit at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library in Washington, D.C. Cindy Marten The July 16 summit is considered a call-to-action to provide high-quality, out-of-school time learning opportunities for children or youths.

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Ed.gov Homeroom

JULY 11, 2024

By: James Kvaal, U.S. Under Secretary of Education Since the start of the Biden-Harris Administration, over 942,000 public service workers have received the $68 billion in relief they are entitled to under the bipartisan Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Prior to the Biden Administration, only 7,000 people in total had received debt forgiveness through Continue Reading The post Improvements for Borrowers Working Toward PSLF appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 11, 2024

Dr. Anthony Cruz Anthony Cruz has been named president of Milwaukee Area Technical College. He served as president of the Kendall Campus of Miami Dade College. Cruz holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Florida International University, an MPA from Florida State University, and a doctorate in higher education from Florida International University.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 11, 2024

Dr. Josh Novak Josh Novak has been appointed vice president for student affairs and enrollment management at Butler County Community College in Pennsylvania. He served as dean at the college, leading student services and resources. Novak holds a a bachelor’s degree in communication and media studies from now-Pennsylvania Western University at Edinboro, a master’s in college student personnel administration from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, and a doctorate in higher educati

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