Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
A new $4.8 million grant to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s Center for Outreach in Alzheimer’s, Aging and Community Health (COAACH) will help the historically Black college and university study Alzheimer’s disease in middle-aged African Americans. Dr. Travonia Brown-Hughes, COAACH director and an associate professor in N.C.
Student Minds
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Stavros is struggling between doing all those things he had dreamed about and having to manage his fear that is getting in the way. - Stavros I don’t particularly enjoy taking walks in parks. Please don’t judge me when I say this, but I have to admit that walks in parks often feel like a messy plate filled with all kinds of vegetables, scattered unevenly in terms of colour and shape.
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Saint Augustine’s University—a historically Black college and university in North Carolina—has announced plans to cut half of its employees as administrators, amid financial challenges. The move comes after the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) voted to remove SAU from membership after two years of warnings because of its financial status.
Student Research Foundation
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
For many high school students, applying to colleges is the start of a new chapter—but it can be an intimidating process. Many students want to stand out on their college applications and make a good first impression, but they are unsure where to start and what to include. Colleges review hundreds of applications and many prestigious colleges have low acceptance rates, so it’s important to be prepared before you start applying.
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.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Keystone College—a small, liberal arts college in Northeastern Pennsylvania—had its accreditation withdrawn this week by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Keystone College The school, which has about 1,100 students, pledged to appeal the decision. The decision to revoke the school’s accreditation is connected to its ongoing financial challenges.
School & Student Services by Community Brands
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Private schools have long been a beacon of academic excellence and unique educational opportunities. However, the cost of tuition can be a barrier for families considering private school options, limiting access to these institutions. To address this challenge, private K-12 schools can proactively implement strategies to ensure equitable access to financial aid.
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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
As we head into a demanding finals season, it is crucial to remember that a little balance and self-care can go a long way towards not just surviving but thriving during this busy time. In support of this, let’s talk about SNACKS! Not just the kind you munch on during a study session, but an acronym for well-being to help students remember the importance of the following factors: Sleep Nutrition Activity Connectivity Knowledge, and Self-care It’s paramount to tend to these things in times of inc
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
I have never truly feared the antipathy of those who disdain me, but like a gut punch from Muhammad Ali, I am dishearteningly afraid of the silence of my friends. One of Mama’s signature statements, often made to me when she was frustrated because I had taken a personal risk too big for her comfort: “I have never known you to be properly afraid of anything.
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