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Undergraduate Enrollment Shows Growth for Second Year

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Data released by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center (NSCRC) shows a 3% increase in enrollment in undergraduate programs this fall compared to similar early data from fall 2023.This is the second consecutive year of undergraduate growth and third straight year of growth for community colleges. Despite that overall undergraduate growth, NSCRC’s “Stay Informed” report for fall 2024 shows a decline in freshman enrollment.

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When Disaster Strikes: Supporting Students’ Mental Health in Extreme Weather Events

Timely MD

Natural disasters are realities that can disrupt the communities they affect, including college campuses. Take the recent hurricanes, Milton and Helene, for example. Many colleges across Florida closed in preparation for and in response to Hurricane Milton, and colleges in Western North Carolina – an area devastated by Hurricane Helene – were still closed weeks after the storm caused historic flooding.

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Doctoral Students to Convene in New Orleans Next Week for Annual SREB Conference

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The nation's largest gathering of underrepresented Ph.D. students will convene next week in New Orleans. Scholars affiliated with the SREB-State Doctoral Program and seven other scholarship programs, including the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Scholars Program will gather at the 31st annual Institute on Teaching and Mentoring. This year, more than 1,000 are registered to attend the conference hosted by the Southern Regional Education Board’s Doctoral Scholars Program.

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Is College Worth It? An Update

Counselors' Corner

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. A few years ago, there was a discussion about the value of college— two- year, four-year, even certificates. I wrote a column in response to that discussion, and most of it is below… And in reading it, it seems like it might need updating, in light of new data. It’s clear parents, and even students, are seeing college as a vocational training experience, and not a life-shaping one.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

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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ANTHONY WILLIAMS

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Anthony Williams has been appointed deputy superintendent and chief law enforcement officer of Indiana University Public Safety. Anthony Williams He served as a police lieutenant of operations at the Northwest Missouri State University Police Department. Williams, a graduate of the FBI National Academy, holds a bachelor’s degree in corporate recreation and wellness and an MBA from Northwest Missouri State University.

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2025-26 FAFSA Application Update – Webinar (Recording)

College Aid Services

The 2025-2026 FAFSA Cycle is upon us! Join us for an in-depth look at the latest updates, as well as what remains unchanged in the new 2025-26 FAFSA application. Our expert presenters will guide you through the key aspects of the 2025-26 FAFSA, highlight common application mistakes, and share valuable lessons from the previous year… More » 2025-26 FAFSA Application Update – Webinar (Recording) The post 2025-26 FAFSA Application Update – Webinar (Recording) first appeared on College A

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How to Avoid Misinformation

CAMPUSPEAK

We all know about misinformation and disinformation but a term I learned recently is malinformation. Let’s review: Misinformation is false… The post How to Avoid Misinformation appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.

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Transfer Student Spotlight – Cas Flores

Missouri State Academic Advising and Transfer Cent

Meet Cas Flores, a transfer student from Denver, CO! Cas transferred to Missouri State University from Wichita State University. Cas is pursuing the Psychology program at Missouri State University. When asked why Cas chose to transfer to Missouri State University, Cas said that the Psychology and Criminology programs influenced the decision to transfer, along with the number and types of courses offered.

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Building Partnerships for Financial Aid Success: How Financial Aid Offices and State Student Access Commissions Can Collaborate to Support Financial Aid Application Goals

HEAG

Access to higher education is one of the most powerful tools to uplift individuals, families, and entire communities. However, the cost of education can be a significant barrier, especially for underrepresented students who may not be aware of the resources … Read more ».

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Transfer Student Spotlight: Tyler Schroeder

Missouri State Academic Advising and Transfer Cent

Meet Tyler Schroeder, a transfer student from Ava, MO! Tyler transferred to Missouri State University from Drury University. Tyler is pursuing the Digital Film & Television Production major at Missouri State University. Tyler chose to transfer to Missouri State because of the campus and, “one of my best friends goes to Missouri State.” Tyler says that the most challenging part of the transfer process was being in a new environment where he doesn’t, “know anyone aside from my one friend who g

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FTI-SAIG Users Must Update Annual Certificates to Maintain Software Access (Oct. 22 Update)

College Aid Services

Financial Aid Offices that utilize EDconnect 8.6.1 or TDClient 3.5.0 must update their annual certificates to maintain their software access and continue receiving ISIRs. New certificates are available 30 days before the current one expires and FSA has provided several guides to assist administrators with the renewal process. Update on Oct. 22, 2024: We would… More » FTI-SAIG Users Must Update Annual Certificates to Maintain Software Access (Oct. 22 Update) The post FTI-SAIG Users Must Upd

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PSLF Hits Major Milestone: 1 Million People Approved (and New Changes Coming)

Student Loan Planner

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program hit a significant milestone last week, according to the Biden administration. With the latest wave of PSLF approvals, at least one million borrowers have now received student loan forgiveness under the program. “The Biden-Harris Administration announced today the approval of approximately $4.5 billion in additional student loan relief… The post PSLF Hits Major Milestone: 1 Million People Approved (and New Changes Coming) appeared first on