Student Minds
MAY 10, 2024
Callum discusses the student lifestyle and accessing support at University - Callum - Centre for Mental Health For as long as there have been students, there has been the notion of a ‘Student Lifestyle’. Across all sections of society, including the student body itself, there is an expectation that students must lower their standards for living. Students are meant to be poor, to have low quality housing, and to drink to excess.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 7, 2024
More community colleges in the U.S. are beginning to offer bachelor's degrees in addition to their usual offerings, and many of them serve minority populations, according to a recent report from The Community College Baccalaureate Association (CCBA) and higher ed consulting firm Bragg & Associates Inc. Dr. Debra Bragg According to the report , a CCB college is defined as a school that presently or historically confers mostly sub-baccalaureate degrees – such as associate degrees – and confers
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Believe in Students
MAY 7, 2024
Like many young girls of my age, I spent many hours as a child “playing school” in my basement. Occasionally I had to be the student while my younger sister bossed me around, but mostly, I was the teacher. Looking back, there were a shocking number of unruly imaginary students in my classroom, but mostly, I loved creating worksheets, explaining concepts, and telling my students what a great job they did.
Ed.gov Homeroom
MAY 7, 2024
There is a famous phrase amongst Indigenous people about walking in two worlds: one being a path of traditional teachings, and the other being a path in the western world. I’ve related to and reflected on this statement all throughout my educational journey, but especially as I’ve worked to instill Native language & culture in Continue Reading The post Walking a Path Towards Indigenous Education appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
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.
Student Minds
MAY 10, 2024
Callum shares his experience with drinking culture at university and student financial hardship Callum - Centre for Mental Health As a student, like many students before me, I have been known to drink. Heavily. At universities, there is a pervasive drink and drug culture. To many students, drinking feels like an essential activity. In my own experience, alcohol consumption was tagged onto nearly every enterprise.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 5, 2024
Florida A&M University (FAMU) received a $237.75 million gift from the Issac Batterson 7th Family Trust and Chief Executive Officer Gregory Gerami to support student success initiatives and athletics. Gregory Gerami University officials at the historically Black university noted that the donation is nearly double the size of the FAMU Endowment value - $121 million - and represents one of the largest single personal donations to a Historically Black College and University (HBCU). " This gift
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Symplicity
MAY 10, 2024
Each and every day, our client managers and implementation managers across the globe help make our clients' day-to-day just a little bit easier so that they can better support students and employers. With a client support team that comes from across the student success spectrum, clients continuously speak to the dedication of our client support team, and at Symplicity want to give them the attention they deserve.
Steve Keating
MAY 5, 2024
There are a whole bunch of people in the world who are a lot more tired than they need to be. That’s because they aren’t just being one person, they are trying, in many cases, to be multiple people. At work they are a person who tries to present a professional image. At church they are a God fearing believer. In their social life they are a carefree fun loving life of the party person.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 6, 2024
Shortly after Florida A&M University — a historically Black university — announced last weekend that entrepreneur Gregory Gerami donated $237.75 million to the university to support student success initiatives and athletics, many who were suspicious took to social media to express their skepticism. Gerami, a Texas hemp farmer and entrepreneur who is the chief executive officer of the Issac Batterson 7th Family Trust is an obscure figure in the philanthropic world.
Ed.gov Homeroom
MAY 8, 2024
By: Abigail Swisher, Rural Impact Fellow, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education Spanning 37,000 miles across Alaska, the Northwest Arctic Borough School District has struggled to hire and retain enough new teachers. The eleven villages within the district – many of them above the Arctic Circle – are sparsely populated and remote. The winters are Continue Reading The post How Mentoring is Reaching New Teachers in Rural Alaska appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
Counselors' Corner
MAY 8, 2024
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. There isn’t a lot of research on the best way to talk about college with students who would be the first in their family to attend, but it’s a research field that’s growing. The Journal of College Access is a space devoted to such research (full disclosure—I am a founding editor), so I’ve had a chance to peruse some quality work on this topic.
Steve Keating
MAY 9, 2024
It is a bit surprising how many people in leadership positions are unaware how important feedback is to the people they lead. Some just don’t like giving feedback. Some think providing feedback could lead to a confrontation so they avoid it like the plague. Some, sadly, are simply too damn lazy to make the effort required to provide meaningful feedback.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 6, 2024
At the end of each academic year, millions of high school seniors across the country are ceremonially launched into their futures. For many, that future commences with an anxious summer followed by the start of college. Well before the first college lecture, however, newly enrolled college students should consider a couple questions and a few simple steps that can lower barriers to college success.
Student Loan Planner
MAY 10, 2024
Student loan borrowers have been experiencing significant turbulence, with the landscape constantly shifting beneath their feet. New student loan forgiveness and repayment programs, many with complicated eligibility criteria and disparate timelines, offer borrowers opportunities for relief and confusion. The path for borrowers appears to be ever-changing, leaving many feeling lost and unsure of their next… The post 3 Major Student Loan Shakeups That Impact Forgiveness and Repayment appeare
Believe in Students
MAY 10, 2024
#RealCollege Curriculum - Course One Welcome to the Spring Pilot We are thrilled to welcome you to the spring pilot group for Course One of the #RealCollege curriculum. As a participant, you have early access to Course One – which means your insights and experiences are invaluable to us! Before you dive into Course One, please take a moment to complete the pre-assessment.
CAMPUSPEAK
MAY 9, 2024
In our quest to lead sexual violence prevention efforts, it’s imperative to delve beyond the surface and examine the broader… The post Shifting the Culture: Preventing Sexual Violence Through Community Conversations appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 9, 2024
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has renamed its Academic Classroom Building, one of its most high-profile buildings. The building, with its angular green and white façade, will be known as Henry E. and Shirley T. Frye Hall, named after two of its most prominent alumni, 1953 graduates Justice Henry Frye and his wife, Shirley Frye.
The University Innovation Alliance
MAY 8, 2024
Inside the UIA’s 2023 Annual Report bridget Thu, 05/09/2024 - 00:10 Image Graduation Higher Ed Leadership Student Success University Innovation Lab This coming October, the University Innovation Alliance (UIA) will celebrate ten years of collaborating with higher education institutions to increase their graduation rates. Our starting goal in 2014 was awarding an additional 68,000 undergraduate degrees above baseline over the next decade – a goal that our 11 founding institutions reached four yea
College Aid Services
MAY 8, 2024
In a Dear Colleague letter, The Department of Education has shared a slew of resources to its YouTube channel on its on its 2024-25 FAFSA Fast News Blog to help students and contributors make corrections to their applications. These videos include guidance in both English and Spanish for topics such as adding signatures as well… More » Department of Education Adds Better FAFSA Resource Videos to Youtube Channel The post Department of Education Adds Better FAFSA Resource Videos to Youtube C
Knack
MAY 7, 2024
Colleges and universities are continuously challenged to innovate and adapt their support services to meet the evolving needs of their students. Dr. Dan Reardon , Vice Provost of Undergraduate Studies at Missouri University of Science and Technology (S&T), sat down with us in April to provide valuable insights into the transformation of peer tutoring and its pivotal role in fostering student engagement and success.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 10, 2024
Yohannis A. Job Yohannis A. Job has been named vice president of enrollment management at Benedict College. He served as vice president and dean of enrollment management at Huston-Tillotson University in Austin, Texas. Job holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration -marketing from the University of Arkansas, and a juris doctorate from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
MAY 7, 2024
According to the Global Council on Brain Health, one way to keep your brain healthy is to make changes in your lifestyle. To reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, follow these tips: Make healthy food choices—eat berries, whole grains, fatty fish, vegetables, and lean protein. Complete crossword puzzles, read books, or take anew class to stimulate your brain.
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
MAY 6, 2024
As the gateway to federal financial aid for college, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial step for students and their families in securing funding for higher education. However, completing the FAFSA can often feel like navigating a maze, with complex forms and important deadlines to contend with. This year, in particular, has presented many students for families seeking aid for college.
Thrive Alliance Group
MAY 6, 2024
It’s no secret that student depression is impacting academic achievement, social and emotional development, and long term outcomes for young people. Adolescent depression puts students at a higher risk for suicide, substance abuse, and other health issues. Last year, MHA reported that 11.5 percent of American youth are experiencing major depressive episodes.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 8, 2024
Lumina Foundation and Gallup's State of Higher Education 2024 Report Lumina Foundation and Gallup While interest in higher education is increasingly high among adults, many perspective students see cost as a hindrance while some current students are dispirited by emotional stress, according to a new study by Lumina Foundation and Gallup. The State of Higher Education 2024 Report documents how current, prospective, and stopped-out students view post-high school education pathways, their access to
HEAG
MAY 10, 2024
In our blog, Exit Counseling: Can We Do it Better?, we discussed how integrating student loan wellness into a continuous financial wellness program is beneficial for students. But what about our new alumni? Federal loan repayment is probably as confusing … Read more ».
WACADA
MAY 7, 2024
The Call for Proposals is open for the Fall 2024 Conference! Your idea does not need to be finalized to submit a.
John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog
MAY 10, 2024
Note: This letter originally appeared as an e-mail sent to the Hopkins community on Friday May 10, 2024. We are writing to update you on the ongoing encampment at our Homewood campus. With the help and support of many members of our faculty and staff, we have been working since the start of the encampment on April 29 to find a peaceful resolution – one that accords with the university’s basic obligation to keep our students and community safe while honoring our commitment to free expressio
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 10, 2024
Khaya Njumbe. On May 8, Khaya Njumbe walked across the commencement stage at Indiana University (IU) Northwest. At 15 years old, he is one of Indiana’s youngest ever bachelor’s degree recipients. Two weeks later, he will walk across the stage to receive his high school diploma, adding one last credential to the collection he’s been building since he was 11 years old, when he took his first dual enrollment courses.
College Planners of America
MAY 9, 2024
After working hard to qualify for admission, high school seniors look forward to their college years with high hopes. But what happens to their hopes if they enroll in a college that closes its doors soon after they matriculate? Some students may choose to attend an associated college that has made an arrangement with their school. However, the associated colleges often fail themselves, forcing a second transfer in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree.
I'm First!
MAY 8, 2024
Senior year has been so much fun and definitely the best year of my undergraduate experience. While it is the precursor to taking the next step in life and you are full of excitement, it is very hard to stay engaged and motivated.
John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog
MAY 6, 2024
Note: This letter originally appeared as an e-mail sent to Hopkins faculty and staff community on Monday May 6, 2024. Dear Johns Hopkins faculty and staff, We are sharing below the message that went to our students yesterday. We remain very concerned about the safety risks posed by the encampment. We acknowledge the intentions and efforts by our student protesters to manage the site in a safe way; however, as we have already seen at other universities, encampments attract individuals from outsid
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 8, 2024
Dr. Eboni M. Zamani-Gallaher has been named the Renée and Richard Goldman Endowed Dean of the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh. “I am honored and excited to serve as the Renée and Richard Goldman Endowed Dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Education,” said Zamani-Gallaher, a professor in the Pittsburgh’s Department of Educational Foundations, Organizations, and Policy.
College Planners of America
MAY 9, 2024
After working hard to qualify for admission, high school seniors look forward to their college years with high hopes. But what happens to their hopes if they enroll in a college that closes its doors soon after they matriculate? Some students may choose to attend an associated college that has made an arrangement with their school. However, the associated colleges often fail themselves, forcing a second transfer in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree.
I'm First!
MAY 8, 2024
My time writing for the “I’m First!” blog has come to an end, but I am filled with gratitude for the past two years of writing for this incredible platform. It has been an honor to serve as a voice for first-generation students and represent St. Edward’s University.
COE
MAY 10, 2024
New Pell Institute Report Shows Decline in the Global Position of the United States in Bachelor’s Attainment, Increasing Inequality of College Opportunity at Home May 10, 2024 — by Terrance L. Hamm This comprehensive report provides a 50-year historical trend analysis, shedding light on the state of equity in higher education and offering insights to policymakers, educators, and the public on how to improve educational opportunities and outcomes.
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