Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The early learning sector plays a crucial role in shaping the foundation of children's education and future success. However, the shortage of qualified professionals poses significant challenges, hindering access to quality early learning programs and impeding economic growth. To address these issues, it is imperative to focus on building a thriving workforce through higher education.

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Student Minds

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Ellen explores the importance of mental health during one's university years as well as strategies to nurture and maintain it. - Ellen University life is an exciting and transformative period in someone’s life. It's a time of exploration, personal growth, and academic development. At the same time, it can be a period of intense stress and mental health challenges because you are about to start something new.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Jamila S. Lyn, director of specialized programming at Benedict College, an HBCU in South Carolina, will be awarded Outstanding Educator of the Year during ESSENCE’s Nov. 24 A Journey of Joy holiday special. Jamila S. Lyn Lyn will be recognized by Warner Bros. Pictures for her community activism and commitment to educating HBCU students. In he current role, Lyn works with the Benedict Student Success Center, striving towards improving student retention and degree completion.

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College Aid Services

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The Federal Student Aid Training Conference for financial aid professionals will feature keynote addresses from U.S. Department of Education leadership, five general sessions, 23 breakout sessions (covering the latest in financial aid policy and operational updates), and nine Virtual Exhibit Hall stations. The virtual event platform is now open. Don’t miss this essential training occurring… More » Virtual Federal Student Aid Training Conference – Platform Now Open The post Virt

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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

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Dr. Melissa Gilliam Melissa L. Gilliam has been named president of Boston University. She serves as the executive vice president and provost of The Ohio State University. Gilliam holds a bachelor’s degree in English literature from Yale University, a master’s in philosophy and politics from the University of Oxford, a Doctor of Medicine degree from Harvard University, and an MPH from the University of Illinois Chicago.

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College Aid Services

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

FSA has published a reminder of the general disbursement reporting, excess cash, and reconciliation requirements for all Title IV programs. POSTED DATE: November 21, 2023 AUTHOR: Federal Student Aid ELECTRONIC ANNOUNCEMENT: ID GENERAL-23-104 SUBJECT: Title IV Aid Disbursement Reporting, Excess Cash, and Reconciliation Requirements In this announcement, we remind schools of the general disbursement reporting,… More » Reminder: Title IV Aid: Disbursement Reporting, Excess Cash, and Reconcili

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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

When time is short for cooking, having a stocked pantry and freezer can be a game-changer. By keeping healthy staple ingredients on hand, you can shorten a meal’s cook time and save money. Try these tips to save time and money the next time you need a meal in a hurry. Use Quick and Easy Recipes: Planning and purchasing ingredients for easy recipes that only need a few ingredients can simplify cooking.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In the weeks prior to the start of the Spring 2024 semester, Mental Health and Primary Care Services will begin to implement a new electronic health record (EHR) system called Point and Click , a leading vendor specializing in campus health. Benefits to students and trainees, which will go live in Fall 2024, will include: Integrated scheduling including online appointment booking Improved record keeping Clinic use at locations that best meet learner needs Preparations to implement the new EHR sy

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EAB

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Survey 2024 Voice of the Superintendent Survey A unique annual survey, designed to give superintendents insight into the experiences and perspectives of district leaders nationwide. We are excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Voice of the Superintendent Survey. Please take this 12-minute survey using the link below. Take the survey EAB’s Voice of the Superintendent survey is an annual initiative to provide district leaders with insight into the mindset, perspectives, and experiences of the

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HEAG

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Preparing for a Seamless Transition: FSA Partner Connect Update In a recent update on November 7, 2023, Federal Student Aid (FSA) announced crucial information regarding the upcoming December 2023 transition to a new and improved system for processing and data … Read more ».

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Jewish students find themselves in fear and facing sadness on their college campuses ever since the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel, according to a recent survey by Jewish campus organization Hillel International. Adam Lehman The online survey – conducted by market research firm Benenson Strategy Group for Hillel International from Nov. 14-15 – included 300 Jewish college students.

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Student Loan Planner

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Republican attempts to repeal President Biden’s new SAVE plan failed to pass the Senate during a key vote last week. Millions of borrowers have already enrolled in the Saving on a Valuable Education plan, a new income-driven repayment plan program that Education Department officials are saying is the most affordable IDR plan ever. And more […] The post Republican Effort to Repeal Biden’s SAVE Plan Fails, but Other Threats Remain appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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