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Helplessness to Hopeful Action: Learning from the Past, Acting for the Future

CAMPUSPEAK

As a licensed psychologist, I’ve spent nearly 30 years working with individuals and organizations, addressing inequities that cause stress and… The post Helplessness to Hopeful Action: Learning from the Past, Acting for the Future appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.

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It’s Time for Higher Education Leadership to Embrace 'Good Trouble’

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Detris Adelabu On the day of his death in 2020, an op-ed appeared in the New York Times , pre-written by Congressman John Lewis, urging Americans to stand up for justice and what he called good trouble, necessary trouble. Even in his death, Congressman Lewis fought for a more equitable America, where every individual recognizes their moral obligation to persist in the struggle for a more just nation.

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One word, One phrase, One sentence.

Active Minds

Authored by Rae James. Black History Month is a special time to reflect on the past, present, and future accomplishments of Black Americans and individuals in the diaspora. It is also a time (as it should be year-round) to uplift the voices and words of the next generation, something that often gets overlooked. Reflecting on my journey, I realized that speaking up and using my voice were actions I had never considered.

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New FSA Webinars Provide Updated Guidance on Academic Calendars and Title IV Program Administration

College Aid Services

Federal Student Aid has announced two additional webinars in their Wednesday Webinar Series, which cover a variety of topics related to the Title IV programs. The webinars provide the most recent guidance from the U.S. Department of Education, including statutory and regulatory updates. Operational information and reminders are also shared. Participants are encouraged to ask… More New FSA Webinars Provide Updated Guidance on Academic Calendars and Title IV Program Administration The post

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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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the deep research hangout

Patter by Pat Thomson

Its been a very busy fortnight. Ive been immersed in a very deep research hangout. So what is a deep research hangout I hear you ask, and why was I in one? Well, even though I am currently in Australia I am still working with a team in England on a big research project looking at the sustainability of school leadership. Its a three year project which finishes at the end of this year.

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College Students Face Widespread Basic Needs Insecurity, New Report Finds

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Nearly 3 in 4 college students are struggling to meet their basic needs, according to a new report released by The Hope Center. The "Student Basic Needs Survey Report," which analyzed responses from over 74,000 students across 91 colleges in 16 states, reveals alarming rates of food insecurity, housing instability, and mental health challenges among today's college students.

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FSA Reinstates Fraudulent Activity Flagging and Verification Process for 2024-25, 2025-26 ISIRs

College Aid Services

FSA announced that it will resume flagging FAFSA applicants for potentially fraudulent activity on both the the 2024-25 and 2025-26 forms, which will require that schools complete V4 or V5 verification prior to disbursing any Title IV aid. If an institution suspects fraudulent activity, they are required to report it to the Office of the… More FSA Reinstates Fraudulent Activity Flagging and Verification Process for 2024-25, 2025-26 ISIRs The post FSA Reinstates Fraudulent Activity Flaggin

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How Temple University Supports Business Students Through Peer Tutoring

Knack

Business school can be challenging, and not every student comes in with the same level of preparation. Thats why Temple Universitys Fox School of Business has made it a priority to ensure all students have access to the support they need to succeed. A key part of that effort has been its partnership with Knack , a peer tutoring platform that connects students with fellow classmates who have already mastered the material.

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They are Ready! Transforming the Narrative to Engage Black Males in Educational Settings

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

To be Young, Gifted and Black. This brilliant song by Nina Simone often resonates with me when I think of our Black youth in schools, and certainly during Black Dr. Erik Hines History Month. However, the narrative for some people tends to be the opposite, particularly for Black males. Far too often, Black boys and young men are seen from a deficit paradigm riddled with low academic expectations for not exhibiting behaviors that reflect western Eurocentric values.

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Your College Visit Checklist: Which Schools Belong on Your List?

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Choosing the right college is a huge decision that can shape your future. But with so many options, how do you know which schools should be on your radar? The key to narrowing down your list of potential colleges is to carefully assess which schools will meet your academic, personal, and financial needs. A college visit is one of the best ways to decide if a school is truly the right fit for you.

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FY 2022 Official Cohort Default Rates Distributed Feb. 24, 2025

College Aid Services

Federal Student Aid has announced that notification packages for the Fiscal Year 2021 official cohort default rate (CDR) are now publicly available to institutions enrolled in the Electronic Cohort Default Rate (eCDR) process. Below is breakdown of what schools can expect to receive, how to submit an appeal, and additional resources to help navigate the… More FY 2022 Official Cohort Default Rates Distributed Feb. 24, 2025 The post FY 2022 Official Cohort Default Rates Distributed Feb. 24,

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From the Dietitian’s Desk: Heart health, body image, and eating disorder awareness

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

Hello, dear readers! As we come to the end of February, a month often associated with love, lets take a moment to reflect on something we should all cherishour health. In this issue, were diving into some common questions about heart health, disordered eating, and body image concerns. Well also touch on a topic thats incredibly close to my heart: eating disorder awareness.

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Report: Childcare Program Underserves Black Student Parents at Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A new study from the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies reveals that Black student parents at community colleges face significant barriers in accessing critical childcare support, potentially hindering their educational progress and economic mobility. The research brief, "Black Student Parents' Access to Affordable Child Care Support at Community Colleges," examines the Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) program, a federal initiative designed to help student parents

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It’s All about Handwashing!

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Simple but true: Handwashing keeps us healthy by removing germs that cause respiratory and stomach/gastrointestinal illnesses. How to wash hands: Wet hands with warm water. Lather with soap. Scrub hands for 20 seconds. (Thats where singing Happy Birthday comes in!) Dont forget wrists, backs of hands, between fingers, and under nails. Rinse with running water.

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Accessing the NSLDS FAT001 Report: Features, Request Instructions, and Student Data Management (Feb. 26 Update)

College Aid Services

The National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) has released the FAT001 Financial Aid History report, which contains important student information such as grant & loan eligibility, defaults, overpayments, and loan history. The latest edition of the NSLDS Transfer Student Monitoring & Financial Aid History User Guide and Record Layouts is also available on the Federal… More Accessing the NSLDS FAT001 Report: Features, Request Instructions, and Student Data Management (Feb. 26 Update)

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Partner Spotlight: Terence Sullivan from Valdosta State University

Knack

At Knack, were proud to partner with institutions committed to expanding academic support for their students, and Valdosta State University (VSU) is a shining example. Since launching our partnership in Fall 2024, VSU has made tutoring more accessible than eversupporting all students in all courses. In just one semester, the impact has been remarkable, with over 1,000 student contact hours and 57% of students engaging with tutoring for the first time through Knack.

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Florida Dreamer Tuition Policy Reversal Threatens $25 Million Economic Impact

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Education advocates and immigration policy experts are warning of significant economic, and workforce impacts following Florida's decision to rescind in-state tuition waivers for undocumented students who graduated from Florida high schools. The policy change, signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis, marks a significant shift in the state's approach to higher education access for Dreamers.

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Manage Your Institution’s Cohort Default Rate (CDR) Throughout the Year

HEAG

In our last blog we discussed the importance of reviewing your draft CDR data and using the eCDR Appeals application to challenge incorrect data. This process is time consuming and at a time of year when your office is likely … Read more .

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Beta Testing Phase Ends for FAFSA Batch Correction, Processing Begins Feb. 27

College Aid Services

The Department of Education has released an updated timeline for launching batch institutional corrections for the 2024-25 and 2025 -26 FAFSA applications through the Electronic Data Exchange (EDE). Below are the most important details from the announcement. Key Developments Federal Student Aid is concluding beta testing for 2024-25 and 2025-26 FAFSA batch corrections Batch correction… More Beta Testing Phase Ends for FAFSA Batch Correction, Processing Begins Feb. 27 The post Beta Testing

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How to Improve Your Strategic Thinking

Steve Keating

One of the many challenges for large, publicly traded companies is that they tend to run their businesses on a quarterly basis. They, of course, will deny this forever, but for many publicly traded companies, the most important quarter in the history of the company is whatever quarter they are currently in. They have to make the numbers, or Wall Street will crush them.

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Louisiana Christian University Names Dr. Mark Johnson as 10th President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Louisiana Christian University's Board of Trustees has elected Dr. Mark Johnson as the institution's 10th president. Johnson, who currently serves as director of the Dr. Mark Johnson and his wife, Heather Williams Johnson Doctor of Ministry program at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, will take over leadership following the retirement of Dr.

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Best Practices for Securing Higher Education Funding to Enhance Student Outcomes

Civitas Learning

Article Summary: Securing funding in higher education is a complex and time-consuming process, yet it is essential for improving the overall student experience. Institutions should not only concentrate on increasing retention rates but also on fostering a positive experience. This approach ensures that students graduate on time, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal access to opportunities that prepare them for life after col lege.

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Batch Correction Procession Begins for 2024-25, 2025-26 FAFSA Applications

College Aid Services

The federal government has announced the start of batch corrections for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 FAFSA applications, beginning today, February 27, and provided detailed guidance for successful submission. They also addressed an issue that caused blank Student Aid Indexes (SAIs) on ISIRs, with a temporary reject code in place while a permanent resolution is being… More Batch Correction Procession Begins for 2024-25, 2025-26 FAFSA Applications The post Batch Correction Procession Begins for

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Developing Resilience and Grit

Steve Keating

I produce two videos a week that are published for subscribers on X. They focus on life and leadership skills. Very often, the comments I receive from subscribers say something along the lines of, well, thats easier said than done. I dont disagree with that at all. In fact, almost everything worth doing is easier said than done. What often separates highly successful people from less successful people is that they do those things anyway.

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TheDream.US Celebrates a Decade of Transforming Immigrant Students' Lives

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Gaby Pacheco TheDream.US, the nation's largest college and career success program for undocumented immigrant students, has released its 10-year impact report , highlighting remarkable achievements despite significant challenges faced by Dreamers across the United States. Since its founding in 2014, the organization has provided more than 11,000 college scholarships to undocumented students attending nearly 80 partner colleges in 20 states and Washington, D.C.

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Michigan Assessment Program Thwarts College Opportunity

Counselors' Corner

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Students looking at life after high school often consider college, and applying to college can sometimes be challenging. In Michigan, it comes as a surprise to many that some of those roadblocks exist in the Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress, the tests given each spring to high school juniors to assess student learning.

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2025-26 COD Technical Reference (February 2025 Update)

College Aid Services

The Department of Education has updated the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) Technical Reference and contains development information for the 20252026 award year. Volumes 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 are currently available; the remaining section will be released later this year. Available Volumes: Volume 1: Getting Started 2025-2026 COD Technical Reference: Volume 1:… More 2025-26 COD Technical Reference (February 2025 Update) The post 2025-26 COD Technical Reference (February 2025 Upda

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Georgetown University Honors Xavier University of Louisiana's Centennial and Black Catholic Studies Legacy

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Georgetown University As Xavier University of Louisiana enters its centennial year, the nations oldest Catholic institutionGeorgetown Universitycelebrated the institutions 100-year legacy and the 45th anniversary of its Institute for Black Catholic Studies (IBCS). Last Thursdays event, titled Reflecting on the Significance of the Institute for Black Catholic Studies and the Journey Toward Reconciliation, included a discussion among leaders from Xaviers IBCS, the Descendants Truth & Reconcili

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Remembering Dr. Alvin F. Poussaint: A Pioneer for Diversity in Medicine and Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Alvin Francis Poussaint, whose tireless advocacy for diversity in medical education transformed Harvard Medical School and influenced generations of physicians from underrepresented backgrounds, died late last week. He was 90. Dr. Alvin Poussaint For more than five decades, Poussaint served as a beacon of change at Harvard Medical School (HMS), where he worked as faculty associate dean for student affairs and founding director of the HMS Office of Recruitment & Multicultural Affairs.

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California Community Colleges Launch Initiative to Expand Shortened Courses

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The California Community Colleges system is rolling out an ambitious new project aimed at making higher education more Dr. Rowena M. Tomaneng accessible through shortened academic courses, the organization announced this week. In partnership with the Success Center at the Foundation for California Community Colleges, the initiative will focus on courses that last eight weeks or less, rather than the traditional 16-17 week format.

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Achieving the Dream Names 23 Colleges as Leaders in Student Success; Bellevue College Among Honorees

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Highlighting excellence in community college education, Achieving the Dream (ATD) has named 23 institutions as either Leader Colleges or Leader Colleges of Distinction for 2025, celebrating their commitment to student success and institutional reform. The announcement was made last week at the organization's annual meeting in Philadelphia. Among the honorees is Bellevue College, which earned its first Leader College designation since joining the ATD Network in 2017.

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Alvin Washington

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The Southern University System Board of Supervisors today has named Alvin R. Washington as the chancellor of Southern University Law Center. Alvin Washington Washington is the managing professor for the Law Centers Mediation Clinic. He also serves as a faculty member, teaching courses such as legal research, statutory analysis, alternate dispute resolution, and legal negotiations.

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Federal Judge Blocks Sharing of Personal Data with DOGE Initiative

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A Maryland federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order preventing the Department of Education and Office of Personnel Management from sharing sensitive personal information with affiliates of the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). U.S. District Judge Deborah L. Boardman ruled on Monday that the plaintiffsincluding military veterans and unions representing millions of teachers, federal employees, scientists, and engineersdemonstrated they would likely suffer "irre

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EdTrust-West Report Calls for Commission to Address Black Student Education Crisis in California

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A new report from education advocacy organization EdTrust-West reveals that California's educational system continues to fail Black students despite years of rhetoric Dr. Christopher J. Nellum about equity and inclusion. The report, titled "Black Minds Matter 2025: Building Bright Black Futures," calls for the establishment of a State Commission on Black Education Transformation to address systemic issues plaguing the state's fragmented education governance structure.

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City University of Seattle Names First Woman and Person of Color as President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

City University of Seattle (CityU) announced Thursday that Suzanne Elise Walsh has been appointed as its new president, making history as the first woman and first Suzanne Elise Walsh person of color to lead the institution in its 50-year history. Walsh currently serves as president of Bennett College in North Carolina, one of only two historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in the nation dedicated exclusively to educating women.

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Usher to Receive Honorary Doctorate and Deliver Emory University's Commencement Address

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Grammy-winning artist Usher Raymond IV will deliver the keynote address at Emory University's 180th Commencement ceremony on Monday, May 12, where he will Usher also receive an honorary doctor of humane letters degree. "There are few artists in the history of popular music who have innovated as ceaselessly as Usher," said Emory President Dr. Gregory L.