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.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
By now many people have read the recent article by the New York Times that critically examines the state of DEI at the University of Michigan. The primary argument made in the article is that despite having spent approximately a quarter of a billion dollars since 2016, faculty and students are not enthusiastic about Michigan’s DEI initiatives. This article prompted other criticisms against the University of Michigan’s DEI initiatives in media outlets including the New York Post and USA Today and
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Active Minds
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Have you ever wondered how Active Minds can impact your school or community? Jonathan M. Solomon, a former school psychologist for the Howard County (MD) Public School System, shared his experience with the National Association of School Psychologists. Solomon knows youth mental health is increasingly at risk, and showcases how establishing an Active Minds chapter at his school helped him efficiently run important programming and reach students across an entire district.
Steve Keating
NOVEMBER 24, 2024
Say what? If something about the title of this post doesn’t sound exactly right to you, it might be because you’ve never heard of being a good “hearer.” But you know what I mean because being a good hearer is the same as being a good listener. Or is it? Hearing and being a good listener are fundamentally different. Hearing Definition : Hearing is the physiological process of perceiving sound.
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.
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
On November 15th, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 8932, FAFSA Deadline Act, a proposed legislation that would amend the Higher Education Act of 1965. It requires the FAFSA to be available by October 1st and mandates that the Department of Education certify its launch by September 1 or testify before Congress if they… More » FAFSA Deadline Act Passes House of Representatives With Bipartisan Support, Moves to US Senate The post FAFSA Deadline Act Passes House of Representatives
Counselors' Corner
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. You've worked so hard to schedule, prepare, and nudge your high school senior to apply to college on time. You shared that small thrill when they hit Submit with time to spare, and you thought you were all set. Until they got the e-mail. "Our records indicate your application is incomplete. Unless we receive a copy of your high school transcript in the next five days, we will be unable to process your application.
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Michigan State University (MSU) will offer in-state tuition to out-of-state Native American students through their Native American Tuition Advantage Program (NATAP), beginning in Fall 2025. Dr. Kevin Leonard, director of the Native American Institute at MSU, was speaking with a Native, out-of-state student whose tribal affiliation was in Michigan when she began to share the struggles that come with paying out-of-state tuition.
Active Minds
NOVEMBER 23, 2024
Today is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. A day where millions around the world come together to remember those we have lost to suicide. For me, every day is one that I remember and miss my brother, Brian. He was wickedly smart, had an amazing, dry wit, an unexpectedly low bass singing voice, a terrible layup, and was a great friend. He made you laugh, challenged what you knew or thought you knew, and just made you feel good.
Steve Keating
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
I once had the opportunity to hear Steve Jobs speak. He was talking about focus and said, “When fishermen cannot go out to sea, they repair their nets.” He also said, “In simple terms, even when you can’t do your main thing, always do something that relates to your main thing.” I thought, and still think, that it is amazing advice. But through the years I’ve discovered one major problem with that.
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced today that it entered the final beta testing period of the 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), Beta 4, which will build on the successful results from the first three beta periods. Since Oct. 1, more than 14,000 students have successfully submitted their 2025–26 FAFSA forms.
Good Tutors Finder
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Online vs. At-Home Tuition: A Parent’s Guide to Choosing the Right Option in Switzerland Introduction As a parent, I understand the challenges of finding the right support for your child’s education. When my daughter struggled with IB Maths and French last year, I started exploring tutoring options. The big question was: should we choose online tutoring or at-home tutoring ?
Student Minds
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Vee writes about overcoming feelings of loneliness and making friends at uni. - Vee I live alone at uni. Specifically, I live in a studio flat. Talking and interacting with people is definitely not my speciality. I chose to opt out of living the “uni life” with a bunch of flatmates, going clubbing and partying and meeting 100 different people in the span of a week.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
A new report by the Southern Education Foundation (SEF) points out that seventy years after the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision, many Black students across the nation still do not have access to equitable educational opportunities in early childhood, K-12, or higher education compared with other students. The report titled, "Miles To Go: The State of Education for Black Students in America" reveals data and research findings on a wide range of persistent inequities that many Bl
Counselors' Corner
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Completing college applications can be hard work, work that often runs through the holiday season. Since everyone else is taking some time off, this would seem to be the perfect opportunity to hang out with your family, especially since this could be your last Thanksgiving/New Year/Kwanzmasakah as a full-time occupant of your parents’ home.
Steve Keating
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Every word you speak matters. Every choice you make matters. Every decision you make matters. Every action you take matters. It all matters. Every word, every action, every choice, every decision, and even every thought contributes to the development of your personal brand. A strong personal brand can set you up for success. It can “grease the skids” for work promotions and meaningful relationships in business and your personal life.
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Federal Student Aid has identified a error within the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) that is flagging ‘independent students under the age of 24 as Dependent and creating a series of inconsistencies; primarily for the 2023-24 academic year. Here is everything that you need to know about this issue: Update on November 6, 2024:… More » NSLDS Dependency Issue Affecting 5,400+ Borrowers Now Resolved (Nov. 6 Update) The post NSLDS Dependency Issue Affecting 5,400+ Borrowers Now
Ed.gov Homeroom
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Throughout my childhood, my parents involved my sister and me in educational activities outside of school. While other kids took a summer break, our parents ensured we continued to apply and expand upon what we had learned during the school year. This commitment led us to participate in various summer programs, including six-week-long bridge courses Continue Reading The post The Impact of K-12 STEM Policy appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
Student Minds
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Social Media Kindness Day 2024 encourages students to use their online presence to spread positivity, empathy, and support, reminding us all to create a more uplifting and respectful digital world. - Student Minds Blog Editorial Team ⭐ How can you embrace social media as part of your university experience? ⭐ Taylor - Embracing social media during your university experience is a great way to make friends and find your people!
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Tuesday’s presidential election is the most critical in our lifetime—with the potential to change the trajectory of the country. And the stakes couldn’t be higher for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), which for generations have punched above their weight. They serve more economically disenfranchised students than most U.S. institutions, and they do so successfully, facilitating the upward mobility of the majority of their students.
Counselors' Corner
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. ( All based on true stories.) We had just talked about a student who was applying to his highly competitive college, and the admissions rep said he needed to get to his next high school. Rather than take him to the closest exit to the building, we went to the next one—allowing us to walk through our art gallery, where there was a painting done by the student we had just discussed.
Knowledge Avatars College
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
Announcing Brainwaves: The Knowledge Avatar Experience Podcast Emiliano De La… Thu, 11/28/2024 - 10:06 Brainwaves: The Knowledge Avatar Experience is a vibrant podcast that dives into the dynamic world of Knowledge Avatars, unraveling how these virtual personas are revolutionizing how we learn and interact with information. In each episode Emiliano De Laurentiis, our host, explores cutting-edge developments, shares insightful conversations with experts, and offers practical tips to harness these
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
FSA has released the 2025-26 College Financing Plan (CFP) to continue helping prospective students understand and compare their financial aid packages at participating institutions. The standardized form is updated annually to reflect the latest requirements and is available on the Office of Postsecondary Education’s website. Posted Date: November 15, 2024 Author: Office of Postsecondary Education… More » Updated College Financing Plan Aims to Simplify Financial Aid Packages for Stud
Timely MD
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Time management is a problem so many of us struggle with, and it is not an easy skill to master. In fact, it requires regular self-reflection and adjustments, especially when old habits resurface, and our work-life balance slips out of alignment. The same can be said for college students. One study found time management among the top challenges for students to finish their degrees.
Student Research Foundation
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
If you’re going into senior year and are still confused about how to apply to college, don’t panic! From crafting your application essays to navigating standardized tests , there’s a lot to keep track of. Creating a college application checklist is a great way to stay on top of things—and we’ve got one to help you get started. With college application deadlines coming up fast, it’s up to you to understand what you need to do to succeed.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
HAIRSTON: Growing up in a home that included my mother and one brother, I learned many life lessons. Watching my mother continuously work two and sometimes three jobs was normal life for me. It wasn’t until I became an adult that I realized that from all of the life lessons learned in our low income household, financial literacy was not one of them.
School Counselor Blog
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
The days leading up to winter break can be stressful! To help students and staff cope with the stress of the season, the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) team at my school hosts a daily self-care challenge for the 12 days leading up to winter break. Each day, students and staff can take a selfie featuring them doing the daily self-care prompt.
Civitas Learning
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
In today’s higher education landscape, creating a successful student experience means seeing the whole student—not just their academic performance. Insights help teams create tailored support plans, but many institutions find it difficult to access quality data. The reliability of data and the institution’s willingness to use it can create significant barriers to success.
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Originally scheduled for release in August, Federal Student Aid announced yesterday that batch corrections will not be available for the 2024-25 FAFSA. This surprising announcement places a significant burden on Financial Aid Administrators and may cause further delays in granting aid to students. Update on November 8, 2024: The Department previously indicated that the batch… More » FSA to Roll Out 2024-25 and 2025-26 FAFSA Batch Corrections by Early 2025 (Nov. 8 Update) The post FSA to Ro
Steve Keating
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Most people in leadership positions claim to know the value of recognizing their teams. But a solid majority of them provide little to no recognition to their people. That’s because they are so busy doing the urgent things of management that they have no time to do the important things of leadership. Like recognizing their people, for instance. I should tell you that when mentoring people who say they are leaders, I am highly critical of those who say they don’t have time to recognize their peop
Knack
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Earning a higher education diploma does more than certify knowledge of specific subjects; it cultivates critical thinking skills that help build a more educated and engaged society. Although debates around the value of a college degree continue, research and real-world outcomes demonstrate that higher education remains essential for teaching critical thinking—a skill increasingly necessary in both personal and civic life.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
As mental health becomes a growing key issue for many, college students are stepping up, not only as advocates for their own well-being but also as catalysts for change within their own communities. A recent study by Active Minds and Timely Care, titled "Mind Over Matter," highlights the growing awareness among college students of mental health needs on campus and their desire for policies that prioritize mental health.
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.
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
As a high school senior, you’re facing one of the biggest decisions of your life: where to go to college. But this decision isn’t just about choosing the school with the best programs, campus vibe, or student culture. It’s also about how to make it work financially. That’s where the timing of your college applications can have a big impact. While options like Early Action and Early Decision may sound appealing for getting a jumpstart on the admissions process, if financial aid is a priorit
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Updated November 21st The Department of Education continues to beta test the 2025-26 FAFSA with a select group of institutions and students as the December 1 release date approaches. Here is the latest regarding the upcoming application, as detailed on the Updates page: 2025-26 FAFSA Beta Updates Nov. 19: More than 50,000 2025–26 FAFSA Forms… More » 2025–26 FAFSA® Beta Testing: The Latest Updates and Ongoing Issues (Nov. 19 Update) The post 2025–26 FAFSA® Beta Testing: The Latest Updates a
Steve Keating
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
One of the leading causes of procrastination is lack of know-how. People delay starting a task or project because they don’t know how to begin. They also lack resources and don’t know who to ask for help, if they even have the courage to ask. I think that’s also one of the big reasons why more people in leadership positions don’t give their people the recognition they often deserve.
Knack
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Colleges and universities are facing significant financial and operational challenges, including budget cuts, hiring freezes, and the ongoing ripple effects of the pandemic. These constraints make it difficult to provide the high-quality academic and student support students deserve. Public-private partnerships offer a strategic way to bridge resource gaps, enabling institutions to maintain critical services and drive innovation despite limited budgets.
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