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Bridging Communities and Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Roshaunda Breeden Dr. Roshaunda Breeden never expected to become a faculty member at North Carolina State University (NC State), the very same institution where her journey in higher education began. When Breeden first arrived on campus, she was searching for a sense of belonging and found that and more as she navigated toward a calling to transform student affairs, advance equity, and reimagine the relationship between universities and Black communities.

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The Cost of Being Perfect on Paper

Active Minds

Authored by Rae James. The more I read and the closer I looked at the patients under my care, I could see High-Functioning Depression (HFD) was everywhere. But people couldn’t go to their doctor and ask for a diagnosis or a prescription for antidepressants for it. If they did, the doctor would run through a quick screening tool for depression that looks for lack of functioning and acute distress.

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Tariffs and Tuition

Counselors' Corner

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Its been a while, but there was one summer when colleges decided to raise their tuitions pretty significantly, without much fanfare. This was a summer of computer upgrades, coffee bars, rock walls, and lazy rivers, when colleges decided they needed to improve their social atmospheres and their academic backbones all at onceand the results werent pretty.

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writing with research partners part two

Patter by Pat Thomson

Im generally concerned about writing with partners. Thats because the power to say what is important, to name and to categorise, to summarise and to draw out implications, happens in writing. And in the writing, power can revert back to academic researchers. Despite our best intentions. In some situations where researchers do all of the writing, research partners may not be listed as authors on a research publication at all.

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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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Certificate Programs Surge as Bachelor's and Associate Degrees Decline, Report Finds

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

For the third consecutive year, undergraduate certificate programs have reached a 10-year high in completion rates while traditional degree programs continue to decline, according to new data released Thursday by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center. The annual Undergraduate Degree Earners report reveals shifting student preferences toward shorter, more affordable credential options in higher education.

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Latest Federal Comment Requests Propose Streamlining CAR and State Plan Submissions

College Aid Services

The Department of Education has proposed reinstating previously approved version of the Consolidated Annual Report and the State Plan Guide under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006. The changes aim is to remove additional reporting requirements as well as the need for updated numerator and denominator formulas. Public comments on… More Latest Federal Comment Requests Propose Streamlining CAR and State Plan Submissions The post Latest Federal Comment Requests Pr

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Easy Income Processing for Your School’s International Students

School & Student Services by Community Brands

In todays global education landscape, independent and private K12 schools are welcoming more international students than ever before. These students bring cultural diversity, academic excellence, and a broader worldview to the classroombut they also bring unique challenges when it comes to financial aid processing. One of the most complex elements private K-12 schools face is verifying and evaluating international family income, which often differs significantly from domestic documentation stand

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Beyond Implicit and Explicit Bias: A Transformative Guide for Educational Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In her timely and important book Beyond Implicit and Explicit Bias: Strategies for Healing the Root Causes of Inequity in Education , Dr. ClauDean ChiNaka Kizart offers a comprehensive roadmap for educators committed to creating more equitable learning environments. As issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion continue to be at the forefront of educational discourse, Kizarts contribution stands out for its practical approach to understanding and counteracting specific biases that often undermin

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Final Funding Authorizations for 2025–26 Campus-Based Programs (Apr. 10 Update)

College Aid Services

The Department of Education has confirmed the 2025-26 federal funding allocations for the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) and Federal Work-Study (FWS) programs. Institutions are advised to log into the COD website to review the final Campus-Based program funding worksheets, which have been calculated using the applicable statutory formula and amount of funds appropriated… More Final Funding Authorizations for 202526 Campus-Based Programs (Apr. 10 Update) The pos

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What Would Happen to Student Loans if the Department of Education

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Recent reports have surfaced regarding efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. While such a move would require congressional approval, discussions have already begun about shifting its responsibilitiesincluding the management of federal student loansto other agencies. For financial aid professionals, understanding the potential implications of such a transition is crucial.

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How to Make College More Affordable: Why Early Financial Aid Planning Matters

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

The idea of college can be both exciting and overwhelming. It’s the next big step in your educational journey, but theres one big thing that might cause some stress for you and your family: how to afford it. College costs can quickly add up, and without proper planning, it can feel like a financial mountain to climb. With some smart moves now – as a junior in high school, you can make the whole process more manageable and less stressful later.

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AERA Names Dr. Tabbye Chavous as New Executive Director

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Tabbye M. Chavous The American Educational Research Association (AERA) announced Monday that Dr. Tabbye M. Chavous will become its new executive director, effective August 11, 2025, replacing Dr. Felice J. Levine who has led the organization since 2002. Chavous, currently vice provost for equity and inclusion and chief diversity officer at the University of Michigan, brings more than 25 years of experience as a scholar, researcher, and academic administrator to the position.

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How Pacific Lutheran University Rebuilt Peer Support Around Equity and Access

Knack

During a recent conversation with Dr. Bridget Yaden from Pacific Lutheran University (PLU), the Knack team explored what it truly means to design student support that reflects the evolving needs of todays learners. As Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education, Yaden co-leads PLUs retention and progression task forcea group that examines how students are doing and how the university can better support their success.

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Planting Summer Camp Seeds for Prospective Financial Aid Applicants

School & Student Services by Community Brands

For many private K12 schools, summer is a time to slow down, regroup, and prepare for the coming academic year. But for families whose children attend your summer campsespecially those not currently enrolledthis season is a golden opportunity to plant seeds for future enrollment. And when it comes to families who may be unfamiliar with private education or concerned about affordability, offering insights into your financial aid process can be the game changer that turns a great camp experience i

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Tech and gender-based violence: How to prioritize your digital safety with EndTAB founder Adam Dodge

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

This April, as a part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month , Health Promotion and Well-Being has invited EndTAB founder Adam Dodge to a series of workshops for students focused on emerging topics around digital safety and privacy and addressing technology-facilitated abuse. About EndTAB Gender-based violence has gone digital. Today, we are spending more time online and on our devices than ever before, which has created new safety risks for students, victims of gender-based violence, and others.

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Study Reveals Majority of College Students Feel Free to Express Opinions on Campus

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Despite high-profile incidents suggesting otherwise, a new study finds that most college students feel their campuses provide an environment conducive to free expression, with broad agreement across political affiliations, race, and gender. A comprehensive survey conducted by Gallup and Lumina Foundation reveals that approximately 75% of currently enrolled bachelor's degree students believe their institutions do an "excellent" or "good" job of promoting free speech, with only 5% rating their col

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PRODUCT RELEASE: Turning AI Innovation Into Everyday Impact

Symplicity

Earlier this year, we shared how Symplicitys AI advantage has been quietly powering institutions around the globe from surfacing smart recommendations to automating student support. With the release of CSM 9.5 , that vision is no longer in the background. Its front and center.

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Why Integrity Is Crucial to Effective Leadership

Steve Keating

I have written about this topic so many times it almost feels like Im addicted to it. I keep writing about it because so many crappy, unethical people in leadership positions tell me its not that big of a deal. They are completely, utterly, often fatally wrong. As wrong as wrong can be. Of the many characteristics of authentic, effective leadership, integrity stands above them all.

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TPD Processing Resumes After Successful Transition to StudentAid.gov

College Aid Services

FSA announced the successful transition of the Total and Permanent Disability Discharge process to StudentAid.gov on March 23, 2025, as part of its Unified Servicing and Data Solution (USDS) initiative. This means that impacted federal student borrowers will receive a new servicer in the near future, and Loan Holder Notification Files will be sent through… More TPD Processing Resumes After Successful Transition to StudentAid.gov The post TPD Processing Resumes After Successful Transition

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Q&A: UNCF's Ed Smith-Lewis on the UNITE Convening and HBCU Transformation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Ed Smith-Lewis In this exclusive interview with Diverse, Ed Smith-Lewis, Senior Vice President for Strategic Partnerships and the Institute for Capacity Building (ICB) at the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), discusses the history of the Institute, the upcoming UNITE convening, and initiatives designed to strengthen historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).

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Symplicity Spotlight: Cadyn Fraley

Symplicity

In this month's Symplicity Spotlight, we're featuring Cadyn Fraley, a passionate advocate for student success who transitioned from higher education administration to joining the Symplicity Advocate team.

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Try a Vegetable Dip!

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

This recipe is easy to prepare if you need a quick and healthy appetizer for your family or to bring to a spring or summer party! This vegetable dip is a great appetizer with a healthier twist, as it uses Greek yogurt as the base instead of mayonnaise and sour cream. It is easy to double or triple to serve more! You can easily prepare vegetables of your choice to serve with the dip or purchase premade trays available in many grocery stores.

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New FSA Microlearning Courses Provide Updated Training for 2025-26 EDExpress Users

College Aid Services

Federal Student Aid has launched six new microlearning courses for the EDExpress for Windows software, featuring multiple video demonstrations. These courses focus on the latest updates in the 2025-26 version, including a new user interface, to ensure users are prepared moving forward. Below is a breakdown of the topics that the courses will discuss: EDExpress… More New FSA Microlearning Courses Provide Updated Training for 2025-26 EDExpress Users The post New FSA Microlearning Courses Pr

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The ABCs of Community College Leadership: What CEOs Need to Know

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. David M. Johnson The allure of a community college presidency lies in the opportunity it affords to effect meaningful change in the lives of our students. The ability to implement strategies, remove barriers, and marshal resources to realize that aspiration is what valorizes the seat. And those who approach the work any differently rarely enjoy prolonged or notable success.

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Weaponizing International Education and Student Mobility

Global Career Compass

This title reflects the new reality we face in the U.S. since January 20, 2025 [the blog itself was written ahead of the 2018 mid-term elections in Mr. Trump’s last term]. I’m proud of my foresight –fragility and challenge are perfect adjectives for this new political moment and his second term. As we all now know, everything we’ve experienced since the election was predestined in the campaign.

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DEI Under Attack: The Truth from the Frontlines of Academia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Moderator: Dr. Jamal Watson, Professor Trinity Washington University, Executive Editor of Diverse: Issues In Higher Education. Panelists: Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Distinguished Professor, Vanderbilt University Dr. Christina Greer, Associate Professor, Fordham University, Dr. Annette Gordon Reed, Professor, Harvard University Natasha S.

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Echoing Oz, Moody’s Downgrade Highlights a Tempest in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The recent Moodys downgrade of the 2025 U.S. higher education outlook is not merely a financial tremor; it serves as a chilling echo of the cyclone that swept Dorothy into the tumultuous Land of Oza "tempest of uncertainty" driven by rapid policy shifts and financial pressures, threatening the very foundations of higher education. Moody's current assessment acts as more than a weathervane.

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Faculty Salaries Rise for Second Consecutive Year, Still Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A new report from the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) reveals that while faculty salaries increased for the second straight year, compensation has yet to recover to pre-pandemic levels. According to preliminary findings from AAUP's annual Faculty Compensation Survey, average salaries for full-time faculty members across all ranks rose by 3.8% in fall 2024, matching the increase seen in the previous year.

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Chloey Prichard - Equestrian, Delaware State University

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Emma Min - Ice Hockey, Holy Cross

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Karli Leflore - Cheerleading, Southern University

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Kiki Rice - Basketball, UCLA

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Aimee Plumb - Field Hockey, University of Louisville

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Michigan Governor Signs Directive to Boost Men's Access to Education and Training

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Rosye Cloud Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive Wednesday aimed at increasing men's access to skills training and higher education, citing concerns about educational disparities affecting male students. The directive, signed at Oakland Community College during a College Promise convening, instructs the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) and the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) to conduct targeted outreach

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Historian Dr. Jonathan Holloway to Lead Henry Luce Foundation Following Rutgers Presidency

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Jonathan Holloway Dr. Jonathan Holloway has been named the new President and CEO of the Henry Luce Foundation, following his five-year presidency at Rutgers University. The Henry Luce Foundation announced on Friday, that Holloway will become its seventh President and CEO in the organization's 89-year history. The Foundation's Board Co-Chairs, Debra Knopman and Terry Adamson, praised Holloway as "an eminent historian, a respected scholar of the humanities, a public intellectual, and an influe

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Emma Malabuyo - Gymnastics, UCLA

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