Active Minds
MARCH 13, 2023
Are you a high school student looking to become more involved in mental health advocacy in your community? Chances are, if you’re reading this, you fit this description or know someone who does. Well, allow me to tell you some amazing news: the Active Minds Mental Health Advocacy Academy is gearing up to take on its next class of mental health advocates!
Counselors' Corner
MARCH 29, 2023
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. A first occurred last week, when I had two columns in a row that solicited reader comments with recommendations for future columns. I’m happy to oblige. An Early Yes With Required Deposit One reader provided feedback on the column about colleges wanting students to commit to coming before they’ve heard from all their schools.
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 3, 2023
It’s taken months of collaboration across institutions, but east Tennessee’s only Historically Black College and University (HBCU) is on track to regain accreditation. The college is anticipating submitting its application for approval in April. Knoxville College (KC), a private institution, lost its accreditation in 1997. Since then, it has regained authorized status in Tennessee, which allows them to confer credentials.
Student Minds
MARCH 23, 2023
Madeleine describes how it feels to go through a mental health crisis, highlighting the need to treat people in crisis as themselves, with the dignity and respect they deserve. - Madeleine Chamberlain I was still me I was just so engulfed in a world of my own creation A world where I was alone against the enemies of my own mind An alternative reality so clear yet so confusing A hypothetical contradiction That was my reality I said regrettable things Made decisions that only made sense to my trai
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.
Counseling Today
MARCH 9, 2023
Parental alienation can be hard to notice much less treat, but the long-term effects can be devastating for the children and targeted parent. The post ‘Child abuse in disguise’: The impact of parental alienation on families appeared first on Counseling Today.
Cal Newport
MARCH 9, 2023
Back in 2016, I reported on a rumor that was circulating about employee dissatisfaction at Meta (then, Facebook). Developers, it seemed, were unhappy with the company’s trendy, but also unbearably noisy and distracting, 8-acre open office floor plan. “Developers need to concentrate,” explained an amused Joel Spolsky at a conference that year, before going on to add that Facebook was paying a 40 – 50% premium for talent because people didn’t want to work under those
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Steve Keating
MARCH 9, 2023
This could be the longest post I’ve ever written if I actually listed all the problems with rewarding mediocrity. But in the interest of time I‘ll just talk about the biggest one. First of all, Authentic Leaders do not, ever, reward mediocrity. They hold their people to a high standard. Not an unreasonable standard but one which will require their people to push themselves from time to time.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 6, 2023
The University of Southern California Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy trumpets its dedication to diversity on its website. The school is “committed to preparing diverse leaders” and pledges “accountability and transparency, as well as consistent engagement to ensure that we create and maintain an inclusive environment.
The Education Hub
MARCH 9, 2023
Going to university is a fun and exciting time for most students – but it comes with unique challenges and stresses. We believe that all students’ mental health and wellbeing should be properly supported during their time at university. There is a range of mental health support available to students, from online mental health and wellbeing platform Student Space to counselling and one-to-one support.
Student Loan Planner
MARCH 17, 2023
A key federal oversight agency is warning student loan companies not to try to collect payments from borrowers who have had their student loans discharged in bankruptcy. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFBP), an independent federal agency charged with overseeing the financial services sector and protecting consumers from unfair business practices, sent out a bulletin […] The post <strong>Federal Agency Warns Student Loan Companies Against Bankruptcy Collections</stron
Counselors' Corner
MARCH 22, 2023
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Counselor chat rooms are already filling up with comments from colleagues who are in a state of disbelief. “I can’t believe they didn’t take him. He’s the best kid this school has seen in five years!” “She took 14 AP classes and three at the local community college.” “What else did they want her to do. Walk on water?” Before things get really intense in the weeks to come, it’s time to keep a few things in mind.
Active Minds
MARCH 31, 2023
As a Transgender man, I’ve always noticed the many ways people convey their shock that I am a man before and during transition. It was just this morning that someone asked me, “You have a feminine voice, are you a girl?” and I had to “out” myself to feel affirmed. I remember being in an Uber ride in Los Angeles, where my driver was floored that I was transgender, saying, “Wow!
Steve Keating
MARCH 19, 2023
There are a lot of ways a leader, people in general actually, can cause communication to go sideways. Perhaps the biggest is simply not communicating often enough. Assuming people know what you’re thinking and therefore you don’t need to communicate much, is often the fatal flaw of what could have been a successful leadership tenure. Another huge mistake is assuming that simply because they delivered a message it was received.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 13, 2023
News of bell hooks’s death came as a shock to many. The feminist, author, activist, and professor died Dec. 15, 2021, at age 69. But those who knew hooks personally were aware her health had been waning after years of fighting white supremacy and patriarchy. Dr. M. Shadee Malaklou “hooks said a few years ago, ‘I felt like a balloon that had been popped and deflated,’ because of the way she was so committed to writing and teaching, to her own detriment,” said Dr.
Counseling Today
MARCH 2, 2023
Because Black women in the United States face an alarmingly higher rate of maternal mortality and mental health conditions, counselors should be prepared to help clients manage their mental health while also advocating for quality care from health providers. The post The maternal mental health of Black women appeared first on Counseling Today.
COE
MARCH 1, 2023
As Graduation Season Nears, Be Sure to Plan Your TRIO Celebration March 1, 2023 — by Terrance L. Hamm Recognizing your graduating TRIO participants helps establish a connection to your program’s alumni network. Alumni networks—at the local and national levels—provide support, resources, and networking opportunities for graduates as they move on to the next phase of their lives.
Counselors' Corner
MARCH 15, 2023
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. The student was unsure what to do. One of the colleges she applied to notified her she had been admitted. After offering their congratulations, the college then told the student that, since the program she had applied to had only so many slots, she had to tell them if she was accepting the offer by March 10th—about 15 days later.
Active Minds
MARCH 30, 2023
Have you ever heard someone say, “The weather has been so bipolar”? Or make an off-hand comment of “He’s been acting so bipolar,” when someone’s mood has been more erratic than usual? These phrases, while seemingly harmless, actually have a deeper impact than we might realize. When we use mental illnesses like bipolar disorder as adjectives for negative experiences in our lives, we further legitimize myths about bipolar disorder that are incredibly harmful to those who live with the disorder, an
Steve Keating
MARCH 2, 2023
I was approached recently by someone asking if I would be their mentor. I already mentor a small handful of people and I take that responsibility very seriously. So I am selective about who I can invest my time with. First we need to “click.” If we can’t get along then neither of us will accomplish much. I also always approach mentoring with the knowledge that if the mentee isn’t willing to make changes in their life then I won’t be able to do anything to help them.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 29, 2023
The Black Men’s Research Institute (BMRI) at Morehouse College hosted its first Spring Symposium addressing health issues for African American men. Taken place at the Atlanta University Center’s Woodruff’s Library, the “Changing the Paradigm” symposium began its two-day conference with a discussion on mental health. Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough , Interim Executive Director for BMRI, wants the symposium to dive deeply into mental health and how it affects Black men and their communities.
Ed.gov Homeroom
MARCH 21, 2023
The U.S. Department of Education has announced the launch of the Your Place in Space Challenge. This is the first challenge in the CTE Momentum series, an annual challenge series to prepare high school students for rewarding careers and increase access to career and technical education (CTE). The Your Place in Space Challenge invites high Continue Reading The post U.S.
College Aid Services
MARCH 21, 2023
A roadmap for the 2024-25 FAFSA Process has been released in GEN-23-17 which includes a timeline leading to the 2024-25 FAFSA becoming available in December 2023. The key dates are: For Institutions and State Partners: New Needs Analysis Formula Tools – Spring 2023 Provisional Final FAFSA Institutional Student Information Record (ISIR) Layout – April 2023… More » 2024–25 FAFSA Roadmap Announced The post 2024–25 FAFSA Roadmap Announced first appeared on College Aid Services.
John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog
MARCH 20, 2023
Ramadan is quickly approaching! As the lunar calendar shifts back 10 days yearly, most of us will be spending this upcoming Ramadan away from home amidst the hecticness of the semester. For those who may not be aware, Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic Calendar and is significant as it is the month in which Muslims believe the Quran was first disclosed to Prophet Muhammad.
Active Minds
MARCH 15, 2023
When Active Minds received a three-year $3 million grant last year from United Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Optum, our team could not have imagined the impact that this partnership would have on the growth of our community. We are proud to announce that thanks to their support, we are bringing our proven peer-to-peer mental health model to middle schools nationwide.
Steve Keating
MARCH 5, 2023
Very early in my sales career I worked for a company with an interesting philosophy on motivating salespeople. I hadn’t work there very long and I was the newest member of the sales team. We were behind the planned sales goal about halfway through the year. During a sales meeting the General Sales manager announced an “incentive” plan to help motivate the sales team to higher performance.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 22, 2023
Community colleges are designed to serve and meet the needs of the communities where they reside. That’s why Hudson County Community College (HCCC) has decided to offer a certificate of proficiency in social justice and an A.S. degree in Human Services, Social Justice Advocacy. “We provide an education for a diverse group of people, and many of them are part of groups that have been experiencing social injustices,” said Dr.
EAB
MARCH 10, 2023
Press Release EAB’s Navigate Platform Now Supports Student Recruitment and Retention EAB expands Navigate’s CRM capabilities to engage prospective students March 10, 2023 Tempe, Arizona (March 10, 2023) — EAB announced today an extension of its flagship student success technology, Navigate , to help colleges engage and enroll prospective students. The new Recruitment Management module enhances Navigate’s customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities and allows institutions to recruit and r
Symplicity
MARCH 6, 2023
With internship season around the corner, leading employers are starting to gear up for the summer, when roughly 60% of students who are about to graduate from college and recent graduates, will join an internship program in the hopes of becoming young professionals with full-time positions post-graduation. While internship opportunities add valuable work experience for students, for employers, an internship program is more than a preview of future full-time employees.
Single Stop
MARCH 6, 2023
The Colorado Department of Higher Education Allocates an Additional $126k to Expand Highly Successful Single Stop Program SINGLE STOP HAS ALREADY CONNECTED 2,000 COLORADO STUDENTS TO AN AVERAGE OF 14.5K IN SUPPORTS, RESULTING IN BETTER STUDENT PERSISTENCE AND SUCCESS New York, NY— The Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) will expand the number of colleges utilizing Single Stop’s benefits screening and case management program by allocating an additional $126,000 to expand the program.
Active Minds
MARCH 10, 2023
The relationship between physical and mental health is one that is becoming increasingly apparent — including among top-performing athletes. Professional athletes like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka have made clear the impact their mental well-being has on their athletic performance, and we are better understanding how we can support student athletes in protecting their mental health in the same way we work to safeguard their physical well-being every day.
Steve Keating
MARCH 30, 2023
Many “leaders” claim to empower their people. Many say they are excellent at delegating tasks to those same people. Funny thing is, their people often don’t know that. The reality is that too many people in leadership positions “dump” work they don’t like to do on their people. They give little direction about how to do the task and then, when it’s not done correctly they criticize the person they delegated the task to.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 29, 2023
Over the past three decades, U.S. academic employment has dramatically shifted from mostly full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty to mostly contingent positions. That's according to a new report from the American Association of University Professors (AAUP)which provides data depicting the shift away from tenure to contingent faculty at most U.S. colleges and universities.
EAB
MARCH 9, 2023
Blogs 4 takeaways on combatting faculty burnout from our gathering of academic leaders EAB recently launched the first two-part event series for our partners focused on combatting faculty burnout and integrating a culture of well-being in academic affairs. More than twenty academic leaders from across North America participated in session one: Faculty Burnout–A Workplace Problem, Not a Worker Problem.
College Aid Services
MARCH 21, 2023
Collaborating for Successful Enrollment Reporting Collaborating for Successful Enrollment Reporting Broadcast date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023 Enrollment reporting is an institutional responsibility that requires a collaborative approach across your campus. In this session, we will talk about the offices that need to be involved and how preplanning can make it easier and less time-consuming even… More » Webinar: Collaborating for Successful Enrollment Reporting (Recording) The post Webinar: C
Civitas Learning
MARCH 6, 2023
UT System Board of Regents approves the extension of UTSA’s services agreement with Austin-based education technology firm Civitas Learning Inc. Civitas Learning represents a critical investment in UTSA’s student-success efforts. Its platforms have helped UTSA prepare its students for the corporate environment. The post UT System Board of Regents approves added investments to support UTSA student success appeared first on Civitas Learning.
Timely MD
MARCH 9, 2023
When they go to college, students are forced to adapt to a radically new lifestyle—one with less structure and more pressure. When the difficulty of managing college life becomes overwhelming, some students may turn to alcohol and drugs to cope. In fact, 1 in 4 college students meets the standard for substance abuse according to the American College Personnel Association (ACPA).
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