Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 31, 2024

A new white paper, released by the American Association of University Professors’ (AAUP) Center for the Defense of Academic Freedom, details an outgrowth of a coordinated campaign to generate a backlash against academic institutions. Dr. Irene Mulvey “ Manufacturing Backlash: Right-Wing Think Tanks and Legislative Attacks on Higher Education ” describes well-funded, widespread political attacks on higher education, comprising legislative pursuits that undermine academic freedom and university au

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MAY 31, 2024

Zainab shares her journey to managing academic stress through effective time management, active learning, self-care and seeking support when needed. - Zainab University exams and assignments often felt overwhelming, turning what should have been a learning experience into a major source of stress for me. I noticed that stress showed up as anxiety, trouble concentrating, and even physical symptoms like headaches and insomnia.

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Ready Education

MAY 28, 2024

Ready Education is excited to announce the celebration of Student Success Hero Day on Wednesday, June 5th. This day is dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions of higher education professionals who work tirelessly to support student engagement and success.

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College Aid Services

MAY 28, 2024

Our Team Spotlight for the month of May is Brandi Stanfill. Brandi entered higher education in 2008 as an Internal Financial Aid Auditor at ATI Career Training Center and has served in numerous leadership positions over the last 16 years in her home state of Texas. Joining College Aid Services in 2022, she brings her… More » Team Spotlight: Brandi Stanfill The post Team Spotlight: Brandi Stanfill first appeared on College Aid Services.

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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

MAY 31, 2024

More often than not, the commencement address is designed to be a sanitized rhetorical moment. Graduation speeches are not often written to make incisive interventions, despite the many ways that commencement speakers intone their words. A commencement signals a new beginning or a new start for graduates as they take their hard-earned degrees and begin the journey of professional trials and tribulations.

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Steve Keating

MAY 27, 2024

I often ask during leadership presentations how many of the attendees compliment the people they lead. Most of the hands in the room go up. Then I ask for some examples of compliments they’ve given their people. My favorite is “nice job” followed by “way to go” and “keep up the good work.” I don’t know what those phrases are, but they are most certainly NOT compliments.

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College Aid Services

MAY 29, 2024

The Department of Homeland Security has announced that financial aid administrators will need to review a new tutorial for the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements system (SAVE) in order to submit a request for third-step verification. What should you know about this requirement? The new rule went into effect on May 28, 2024 Administrators can… More » DHS Announces New SAVE Requirement for Third-Step Verification Requests The post DHS Announces New SAVE Requirement for Third-Step

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 30, 2024

More than one quarter of all middle-skills credentials and associate degrees offered nationwide are misaligned with the needs of their local labor markets, according to the latest report from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW), " The Great Misalignment." Dr. Zach Mabel, research professor of education and economics at the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce.

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Counselors' Corner

MAY 29, 2024

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Graduates, congratulations. Finishing high school has never been easy, even when it’s just the usual twists and turns of making it through 9th grade PE with your self-esteem intact and surviving senior prom. In your case, the ride has had a few more challenges, and still, here you are. Many commencement speeches offer advice about the life that awaits you, and how you should manage it—but you’ve already kind of been there and done that.

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Student Loan Planner

MAY 31, 2024

Are disability insurance premiums tax deductible? A quick Google search will say the answer is no. But if you’re a business owner, the answer is more complex. In which case, a smarter question is: Should you deduct disability insurance premiums on your taxes? Keep reading to learn when disability insurance premiums can be tax deductible… The post Are Disability Insurance Premiums Tax Deductible?

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Ed.gov Homeroom

MAY 30, 2024

In a letter sent to all staff today, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona outlined comprehensive steps the Department is taking to improve Federal Student Aid (FSA) for students, families, borrowers, and schools. These efforts will ensure FSA works better and addresses ongoing management and operational challenges. Specifically, the Department is taking the following steps: Continue Reading The post Secretary Cardona Outlines Steps to Modernizing the Office of Federal Student Aid appeared

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 27, 2024

California’s public schools didn’t teach Asian American history to a young Dr. Beth Lew-Williams. Neither did college. So, for those powerful stories she heard as a child from her first-generation immigrant grandfather — who entered the U.S. in the 1930s, amid federal Chinese exclusion efforts and prejudice — she couldn’t fully grasp them. “The stories I got within my family didn’t fit in the U.S. history classes that I was taking,” Lew-Williams says.

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Ready Education

MAY 29, 2024

New offering seamlessly combines academic and engagement information into one unified platform, furthering Ready Education’s focus on delivering the platform that students use every day to be successful.

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Patter by Pat Thomson

MAY 28, 2024

You’re going to a conference!! Your abstract has been accepted. Yippee. All that remains now is to pack your bags, sort out funding and actually write the paper. Simple. Well no. Presenting at a conference involves lots of decisions – there are Serious Things to consider. One of the decisions that you have to make is whether you are going to read your paper, write a version of the paper specifically designed for reading at the conference, or talk to your paper (most often using slides to keep y

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Civitas Learning

MAY 28, 2024

Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Youtube Music | Full Transcript Community colleges are seeing increased enrollment as more students pursue short-term degrees and vocational programs. Austin Community College (ACC) is one of many institutions committed to student success amidst this enrollment uptick, especially among first-generation and underrepresented students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 31, 2024

Tess Feldman Southwestern Law School is collaborating with the Los Angeles LGBT Center in launching the Asylum Law Clinic to better equip future lawyers in providing legal support to asylum seekers in the LGBTQIA+ community. "The Asylum Law Clinic is a huge step in training law students to advocate effectively for marginalized groups," said Andrea Ramos, director of Southwestern’s Immigration Law Clinic.

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College Aid Services

MAY 29, 2024

Institutions have until the last day of September 2024 to process, reconcile, and submit their TEACH Grant program data to the Department of Education for the current academic year. The electronic announcement provides detailed reminders for financial aid offices are required to submit; this includes disbursement adjustment reporting, cash management, and a zero ending cash… More » 2023-24 TEACH Grant Closeout Deadline Set for September 30th The post 2023-24 TEACH Grant Closeout Deadline S

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Student Loan Planner

MAY 25, 2024

You might have gotten a mildly alarming notification in your inbox lately letting you know that your loans would be moving away from the MOHELA website. For some borrowers, they’re actually keeping MOHELA as their servicer, but just getting a new web portal login. For other borrowers, they’re losing MOHELA entirely. Additionally, PSLF borrowers will… The post How the MOHELA Servicer Transfer Affects You appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

MAY 28, 2024

The Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB) Incentive Program helps Iowans with low incomes buy fresh fruits and vegetables. It is also a way to support local economies in your community. You must use your SNAP EBT card to buy fresh produce at participating grocery stores or farmers markets. DUFB will give you an extra dollar for every dollar you spend up to $10 on fruits and vegetables.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 31, 2024

A new project by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) explores how states fund community colleges based on the enrollment for their students. Dr. Walter G. Bumphus “There is no national data set that reflects the true scope of community college enrollments and curriculum,” said Dr. Walter G. Bumphus, president and CEO of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC).

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 27, 2024

Congratulations! Your student made the exciting decision to attend their dream college. As they embark on this thrilling journey, navigating the enrollment process smoothly is crucial to ensure a seamless transition into campus life. Taking care of enrollment allows their first few days at college to feel exciting and not bogged down with stress! To help your student along the way, here are ten essential tips for enrolling in college at their dream school!

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Symplicity

MAY 31, 2024

As the UK moves towards greater inclusivity, understanding the unique strengths and challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals has become crucial in both educational and employment sectors. Neurodivergent students and employees, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other conditions, offer distinct perspectives and capabilities that can significantly enrich companies.

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Steve Keating

MAY 30, 2024

I should probably add “some” to the title of this post. As is, “Big Deal in Some Businesses.” Or I could have made the title “Why Ethics are Such a Big Deal to a Sustainable Business.” But I’d like to think that ethics matter to every business, and every business person, even though I know that’s not true. Even a small group of unethical people can harm a once highly ethical organization.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 30, 2024

More than 80% of college faculty and staff members have noticed increasing demand among online learners for mental health services this past school year, according to a new survey from the Online Learning Consortium (OLC) and teletherapy company Uwill. Michael London The survey – conducted by OLC in March 2024 – garnered responses from 338 college faculty and staff members from a mix of public and private institutions nationally, asking about their beliefs and observations of the mental health o

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MAY 31, 2024

The Council for Opportunity in Education Receives a Major Grant to Extend Opportunities to First-Generation and Low-Income Recent College Graduates Nationwide May 31, 2024 — by Terrance L. Hamm The gift will support first-generation and low-income college graduates of a Federal TRIO program who apply for the Thomas R. Wolanin Congressional Internship.

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Student Loan Planner

MAY 25, 2024

President Biden has done more on student loans than any President in history without the aid of Congress. He’s implemented his policies mostly through executive action, and he’s consistently increased how big he’s willing to go over time. For those familiar with the “Dark Brandon” meme, if Biden wins the 2024 election, will we see… The post What Will Happen with Student Loans if Biden Wins the 2024 Election appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 29, 2024

Dr. Mark Brown has been named the 10th president and chief executive officer at Tuskegee University. He succeeds Dr. Charlotte P. Morris. Dr. Mark Brown "I am grateful and humbled by the Board of Trustees, faculty, alumni, students, community leaders, and all of Mother Tuskegee for the opportunity to return home to lead our university into the second quarter of the 21st Century,” said Brown.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 30, 2024

Dr. Corrie Fountain Corrie Fountain has been appointed interim provost and vice president for academic affairs at Clayton State University. Fountain holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Delaware State University, a master’s in special education/behavior disorders from West Virginia University, and a Ph.D. in educational policy studies from Georgia State.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 31, 2024

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has reached an agreement with the NCAA, or the National Collegiate Athletic Association, that would restore competition for student-athletes interested in playing at Division I institutions. Jonathan Kanter That is, DOJ filed a proposed consent decree May 30 to prohibit the NCAA from enforcing its transfer eligibility rule.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 29, 2024

The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) and its Institute for Capacity Building explore the state of mental health on Black college campuses in a new report. Julian Thompson “ From Awareness to Action: The Imperative for Enhanced Mental Health Support at HBCUs ” highlights five key insights. The first is that 1.) HBCUs are not immune from the mental health issues impacting the rest of higher education, but 2.) they are actively pursuing student-centered solutions to address mental health needs.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 28, 2024

New York state lawmakers are considering ways to lengthen the state’s roll of volunteer first responders with higher education tuition waivers as incentives. Jeremy A. Cooney The state has experienced a growing shortage in emergency medical service providers, including volunteers, due partly to difficulties recruiting and low pay. New York experienced a 17.5% decline in active EMS workers, from over 40,000 in 2019 to only 33,000 in 2022, reported New York State Comptroller Thomas P.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 29, 2024

This year’s American Council on Education (ACE) Reginald Wilson Diversity Leadership Award honors Dr. Richard Helldobler, the president of William Paterson University in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Richard Helldobler “I am honored and humbled to be recognized with this award, named for Reginald Wilson, a true pioneer in supporting diverse student populations,” said Helldobler.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 31, 2024

Lavonda N. Reed Lavonda N. Reed has been named dean of the School of Law at the University of Baltimore. She served as dean of Georgia State University’s College of Law. Reed holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Virginia and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Southern California Gould School of Law.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 29, 2024

Bonita J. Brown has been named Chancellor of Winston-Salem State University (WSSU). Bonita Brown “It is a true honor and a privilege to return home to lead this great institution,” said Brown. “WSSU stands out as a leader in social mobility, which I have personally benefited from through my parents, and I want to provide that same opportunity to others in this region,” she continued.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 28, 2024

To be identified as a bellwether among community colleges is no small feat, but that is precisely why the Community College Futures Assembly continues to draw high-performing teams annually to compete for the Bellwether and Legacy Awards. The Bellwether College Consortium issued a call for program submissions last summer, and 38 finalists representing 21 states and 34 community colleges scored highest above their respective competitors to vie for either award.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 29, 2024

Before 2011, Amy Chua would have described herself as a “mild mannered professor.” She was teaching law at Yale University and raising her two daughters. “Nobody knew who I was, I had never been on major TV — I didn’t even have a Facebook,” says Chua. “And suddenly, overnight, there were headlines: ‘Most Hated Mother on the Planet!’” Amy Chua Those headlines came from reviews of her memoir, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother.

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