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MAY 30, 2023

Blogs How dual enrollment can combat enrollment declines Innovative tips to build and sustain dual enrollment momentum This story was originally published in the League for Innovation’s Innovatus Magazine (March 2023). Since 2020, enrollment at community colleges has declined 5.4 percent, 1 which has prompted institutions to reflect on practices that impact student success and on barriers students face in their pursuit of higher education.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 1, 2023

Dr. Badia Ahad will become dean of Oxford College at Emory University, effective Aug. 1. Dr. Badia Ahad Ahad is currently vice provost for faculty affairs and professor of English at Loyola University Chicago. “I think my most important role as dean will be to ensure that students, faculty and staff have the tools and the resources that they need to be and to do their best,” Ahad said.

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Active Minds

JUNE 1, 2023

With the golden sun of June upon us, we’re diving into the heart of Pride Month, a time for reflecting on strides made in LGBTQ+ rights, acknowledging persistent barriers, and recommitting ourselves to the path of inclusivity and respect for all. In the spirit of this celebration, we’re taking a stand against book bans and the attacks on transgender students, reinforcing our unwavering support for the rights of our LGBTQ+ youth and young adults and working to safeguard their mental health in eve

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Civitas Learning

JUNE 1, 2023

The Challenge: Deliver on the mission to provide holistic services that support the success of every student every day. The Strategy: Adopt an integrated and holistic student success management model and implement a unified student success platform to make personalized support feasible at scale. The Outcomes: An 8% increase in retention, improved advising efficiency, and more effective cross-functional collaboration.

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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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Steve Keating

JUNE 1, 2023

Creativity and innovation are crucial for driving growth and staying competitive in today’s rapidly evolving world. Most people would say that’s true especially for companies that manufacture products. But it’s true for all organizations; for profit companies, nonprofit organizations and government entities. Change is everywhere and it’s picking up stream.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 1, 2023

Minnesota students who are undocumented immigrants will be eligible for the state's new tuition-free college program , Axios reported. Sen. Omar Fateh The "North Star Promise" aims to cover tuition at two- or four-year schools in the University of Minnesota or Minnesota State systems for those whose families make $80,000 or less a year. "We want to make sure that when we're expanding opportunities for everybody, we're doing it for all Minnesotans, regardless of background, regardless of their do

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College Aid Services

JUNE 1, 2023

At College Aid Services, we are thrilled to join the world in celebrating Pride Month! As an organization we strongly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse environment for all. Did you know that College Aid Services is a Certified LGBTBE® (Certified LGBT Business Enterprise®) by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) Supplier Diversity… More » Celebrating Pride Month and Embracing Diversity at College Aid Services The post Celebrating Pride Month and Embracing Diversity at C

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Steve Keating

MAY 29, 2023

Self-awareness is a key part of Emotional Intelligence. If you don’t know yourself, it will be hard to build the trust required to build solid relationships. That’s why self-awareness is a crucial attribute for effective leadership. It’s about knowing your strengths, weaknesses, emotions, values, and the impact you have on others. Here are some of the reasons why self-awareness is important for a leader.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 30, 2023

Clark Atlanta University (CAU) and the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP) have launched the NCBCP Thomas W. Dortch, Jr., Institute for Leadership, Civic Engagement, Economic Empowerment and Social Justice (NCBCP TWD Jr. Institute) at CAU. Part of the launch will be a 2-day event – May 31-Jun. 1 in Atlanta – to bring together leaders in civil rights, economic, labor, education, environmental, youth, and social justice to share strategies and research, build coalitions and col

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EAB

JUNE 1, 2023

Blogs 3 considerations for prison education programs What you need to know ahead of July’s restoration of Second Chance Pell grants Given the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated students expected in July 2023 , many institutions are beginning to develop plans for Prison Education Programs (PEPs). However, before building new programs, institutions should carefully consider the needs of this population as well as the regulatory requirements intended to protect them from predatory p

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Symplicity

MAY 30, 2023

As the newest generation entering the job market, Gen Z's quickly proving to be a group that's not only diverse but resilient and perseverant with their wants and needs. Not even the throes of a global pandemic stopped Gen Z students and upcoming graduates, from aiming high in their post-collegiate efforts. For early talent professionals looking to improve how they market open roles to students, it's vital to understand how this generation approaches the job and internship search process.

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Civitas Learning

MAY 30, 2023

Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Youtube Rethinking strategies can be challenging, but with the many changes we see in higher education post-Covid, redesigning systems could be the key to student success. At SUNY Broome Community College, Dr. Penny Kelly explains that they’ve taken some new approaches to how they use data and technology.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 30, 2023

Student-athletes, professionals, and athletic influencers convened at the 2023 Black Student Athlete Summit. The Eight HBCU Student-Athlete Fellows The four-day event – the NCAA Department of Inclusion, Education, and Community Engagement (IECE) was a sponsor – was hosted by The University of Southern California. It featured corporate recruiting; presentations; engagement activities; and sessions on topics such as mental health, performance and success in life; and brand development.

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Student Loan Planner

MAY 31, 2023

Multiple efforts are underway to repeal President Biden’s signature student loan forgiveness initiative. But there has been a whirlwind of updates during the last several weeks. Biden’s one-time student debt relief plan, if allowed to proceed, would provide $10,000 in federal loan forgiveness, or up to $20,000 if the borrower received a Pell Grant.

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Counseling Today

MAY 30, 2023

Clients often use their words and behaviors as weapons, and how counselors respond to this makes a difference in the therapeutic outcome. The post Voice of Experience: Swords and shields appeared first on Counseling Today.

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Ed.gov Homeroom

MAY 31, 2023

“Raise the Bar: Lead the World” is the U.S. Department of Education’s call to action to transform P-12 education and unite around what truly works. Raising the bar means recognizing that our nation already has what it takes to continue leading the world. Through initiatives such as the Parent Empowerment Pop-Ups, which are interactive sessions Continue Reading The post Parent Empowerment Pop-Ups: Partnering with Parents for Perspective appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 1, 2023

Dr. Pamela Haney will become president of Moraine Valley Community College, effective Jul. 1, Patch reported. Dr. Pamela J. Haney Haney is currently vice president for academic affairs at Moraine Valley. Previously, she has served as program administrator and assistant professor of communication arts at Defiance College; and assistant professor of speech communication at Norfolk State University.

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Counselors' Corner

MAY 31, 2023

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. With all respect to everyone’s best intentions, I’ve never known any of those end-of-the-year assessment methods to do any good. By the time you create the evaluation form and wordsmith the statements to everyone’s liking, the life just leaks out of it. You may have data which is impressive, but ask anyone what they would do to make things better, and they’ll refer you to page 32 of the computer-generated report—and that’s not really an answer.

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Student Loan Planner

JUNE 1, 2023

If you have student loan debt and want a home loan, your debt-to-income ratio (DTI) will be considered by mortgage lenders. How student loans are treated in a home purchase varies based on the lender and mortgage program. Depending on the outstanding student loan balance, it could be prohibitive for home buyers. But there’s some […] The post FHA Student Loan Guidelines: What You Need to Know appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Patter by Pat Thomson

MAY 29, 2023

How is writing research like story? Last post I wrote about Kurt Vonnegut’s man in hole structure and how that might help you think at a very macro level about how to organise your material. This post is also about structure – this time a four part structure I’ve called C3REC. The C3REC structure is an academic writing version of the creative writing ERCR.

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MAY 31, 2023

Dr. Koffi C. Akakpo will become president of Kentucky State University, effective Jul. 1. Dr. Koffi Akakpo Most recently, Akakpo has served as the president and CEO of Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC). Previously, he was vice president for business, administrative, and student services, COO, and chief student services officer at North Central State College (NCSC); and director of academic financial planning & management at Central State University.

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Scholarship America

JUNE 1, 2023

As the high school class of 2023 graduates, around two million of its members are poised to join the college class of 2027. Those students’ high school careers were thrown into disarray by the COVID pandemic. But, as higher education settles into its post-pandemic reality, what can those students expect to face—and how can private-sector scholarships help as they work toward their associate’s, bachelor’s and graduate degrees?

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Ed.gov Homeroom

JUNE 2, 2023

By: Loredana Valtierra, U.S. Department of Education Policy Advisor As schools reopened during the COVID-19 pandemic, indoor air quality arose as a top concern among K-12 education stakeholders. Many school administrators, parents, and others in school communities were wondering: What should we do to address indoor air quality? What will help most when school buildings Continue Reading The post Building Toward Equitable Schools for the 21st Century appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Student Loan Planner

JUNE 2, 2023

Key Takeaways: Going through medical school takes a lot of time and can result in a high amount of student loan debt. This can make it difficult to get a conventional mortgage, where your debt-to-income ratio and lack of down payment can limit your choices. For some medical professionals, though, it’s possible to use mortgage […] The post Cadence Bank Physician Mortgage Loans: A Comprehensive Review appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 1, 2023

Stony Brook University has received $500 million – one of the largest gifts to a U.S. university – from a foundation formed by an alumnus and a former faculty member, The New York Times reported. Drs. James and Marilyn Simons The funds will go towards the school’s current endowment of $370 million and come from the Simons Foundation, formed by Dr. Jim Simons, a former Stony Brook math professor who made billions as a hedge fund manager, and his wife Dr.

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CAMPUSPEAK

JUNE 1, 2023

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month is currently celebrated each year in the month of June to… The post Impactful Speakers to Bring to Your Community this Pride Month appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.

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Mongoose

MAY 31, 2023

It's no secret that the communication landscape has taken a large leap forward in recent years, and that's especially true for college students. As digital natives, today's "traditional" students have grown up in an era where the internet and smartphones are as commonplace as textbooks and lectures. And not all students who are entering higher education are from this generation!

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Knack

MAY 30, 2023

On May 18, 2023, Knack surpassed $1,000,000 in sponsored tutoring facilitated through the platform. While celebrating this accomplishment, we took the time to reflect on how far we’ve come since our humble beginnings at the University of Florida. Much of Knack’s early success can be attributed to our first tutors who took a chance on a brand new startup run by a group of college students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 27, 2023

Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young Texas Southern University President Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young is leaving the school, just two years into the job. In a letter to the Board of Regents, Crumpton-Young submitted her request to retire, and it was unanimously approved by the board. She said that she has plans to help elevate HBCUs on a national level. “My goal is to assist in accelerating this urgent and compelling objective and shape the national success of HBCUs and Higher Education at large," she wro

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The Advisor That Cares

MAY 29, 2023

Somebody pinch me. I must be dreaming! I have spent hours and hours watching Learner’s Mindset Discussions. Never would I ever have dreamed I would be in one! What a dream come true to sit and visit with two inspirational educators.

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Student Loan Planner

MAY 29, 2023

Key Takeaways: What are the chances of becoming disabled? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that about 26% of adults in the U.S. are living with some type of disability. That translates to about 61 million people, not including children. Using the most recent data from the CDC Disability and Health Data […] The post Eye-Opening Disability Insurance Statistics and Facts appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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NCLC Student Loan Borrower Assistance

JUNE 1, 2023

By Kyra Taylor , National Consumer Law Center and Winston Berkman-Breen , Student Borrower Protection Center This blog is the third post in a three part series about the IDR Account Adjustment and the continued flexibilities available to borrowers seeking Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Information about the IDR Account Adjustment is available in the first post and second post here.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 2, 2023

Generation Hope, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting student parents, has recently created a new three-year national certification to recognize and highlight institutions actively and effectively working towards success for this population. Nicole Lynn Lewis The FamilyU Seal approval process involves assessing how higher ed institutions student parent support efforts align with the FamilyU technical assistance framework, said Nicole Lynn Lewis, founder and CEO of Generation Hope.

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I'm First!

MAY 30, 2023

Many of my classes are humanities-based, and most of the time, the way we’re assessed by the end of the semester is through research papers. At WashU, we get introduced to research-style writing during our first year, through our required College Writing course.

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IEFA

MAY 29, 2023

Thousands of international students are drawn to the United States every year because of its educational opportunities. American universities offer a wealth of resources and opportunities for students to learn, grow, and gain valuable experience. Let’s find out what makes America different from other countries and what advantages it offers international students.

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NCLC Student Loan Borrower Assistance

MAY 30, 2023

By Kyra Taylor , National Consumer Law Center and Winston Berkman-Breen , Student Borrower Protection Center This blog is the second post in a three part series about the IDR Account Adjustment and the continued flexibilities available to borrowers seeking Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Information about the IDR Account Adjustment is available in the first post here.

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