Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

When it comes to equity in higher education, Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson has been a leader. Her work around students’ basic needs, supporting undocumented and mixed-status students, and achieving social justice through focused racial equity efforts has made her a rising star in community college leadership. It is no surprise then that Gilkerson, who was appointed chancellor of the Peralta Community College District (PCCD) earlier this year, has been part of The Equity Avengers, an initiative started b

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Active Minds

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

As a former educator on the south side of Chicago, I know firsthand the excitement and challenges of launching a new school year. The start of the school year sets the tone for what’s to come. We plan everything—the schedules, the curricula, the safety drills—but too often, mental health programming gets overlooked. And in today’s climate, that’s a mistake we can’t afford to make.

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Student Minds

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

As the new academic year fast approaches, we reached out to our Instagram community to share their top tips for starting the new year as a Fresher. - Student Minds Blog Editorial Team Heading off to university is an exciting, life-changing experience. It’s a time of independence, self-discovery, and of course, higher education. But with all the excitement comes a lot of preparation, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.

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Single Stop

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Single Stop Announces Leadership Transition: Steven Williams Named Chief Executive Officer New York, NY- Single Stop, the leading technology platform dedicated to connecting individuals and families with public benefits and wraparound support, today announced a leadership transition. Steven Williams, Chief Operating Officer (COO), will succeed Martin Hanna as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as Hanna transitions to a Senior Vice President role for Single Stop’s parent company, The Fedcap Group.

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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

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Dr. Jorge Burmicky, assistant professor at Howard University. Over 700 college and university presidents have responded to a new survey, providing a glimpse into the ever-evolving higher education landscape. Their insights along with those from four focus groups identified the leadership traits necessary to succeed in the current climate. The survey was highlighted in a new report titled, “2024 Competencies for the College Presidency: A National Study of Effective Leadership in Higher Educatio

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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Federal Student Aid has updated Volume 9 of the 2025-26 FAFSA Specifications Guide to include the a test data file of a 2025-26 Institutional Student Information Record (ISIR). This file is for use in system testing by schools, state agencies, software providers, and other agencies and entities. The file is a tool to ensure that institutions are… More » 2025–26 FAFSA Specifications Guide Updated with Test ISIR file The post 2025–26 FAFSA Specifications Guide Updated with Test ISIR file fir

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NCLC Student Loan Borrower Assistance

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Over 6 million borrowers are in default on their federal student loans. Before the pandemic, these borrowers faced forced seizures of their wages and antipoverty benefits, including through wage garnishment, Social Security benefits offset, and seizure of their federal tax refunds–including the Child Tax Credit and Earned Income Tax Credit. Additionally, default damaged their credit scores, rendered them ineligible for student aid to return to school and finish their degrees, and ultimately limi

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

As The White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) kicks off its annual conference in Philadelphia this week, President Biden appeared before thousands of attendees where he announced additional federal investments in HBCUs totaling $1.3 billion. The additional $1.3 billion in federal investments announced today will further build on the Administration’s commitments and on HBCUs’ demonstrated track record of delivering excellence.

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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Earlier this year, the Department of Education amended regulations for mandatory and discretionary trigger reporting that went into effect on July 1 for institutions receiving Title IV funding. The electronic announcement below provides a summary of suggested documentation that schools can submit to meet the federal government based on a list of possible scenarios.

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Steve Keating

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Okay, here’s my entry for the understatement of the year: There are a lot of people in leadership positions who are poor leaders. In fact, most people in leadership positions (and I really mean “most”) are barely leaders at all. The prevalence of poor leaders can be attributed to a variety of factors. I believe the single biggest reason is that many, many people in leadership positions have no idea what leadership is actually about.

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Student Research Foundation

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The SAT and ACT were designed to screen college applicants. The higher a student scores on these tests, the greater their chance of getting into more competitive colleges. But, these tests have undergone scrutiny over the years, leaving many students wondering: Are the SAT & ACT going away? For students who are “bad test-takers,” come from less-resourced backgrounds, or have learning disabilities like dyslexia, these tests can be seen as unfair.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Complete College America (CCA) is making the connection between the potential of student success at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and investment in cutting-edge technology. In a newly released report, " Critical Connections: Funding HBCUs’ Digital Infrastructure is Essential to Meeting U.S. College Completion Goals ,” CCA calls on state policymakers to increase investment in the digital and physical infrastructure at HBCUs.

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Student Loan Planner

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

What if the courts permanently block the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan? What would this mean for borrowers overall? And how would it impact you? We’ll go into the scenarios that could happen if the SAVE plan is blocked and explore strategies to minimize the negative impact on your finances, no matter the… The post What If the SAVE Plan is Permanently Blocked?

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Steve Keating

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Sometimes I feel like doing nothing. I’m pretty good at it too. And to be clear, sometimes doing nothing is the most productive thing I can do. From time to time, we should all do nothing. As humans, we need time to recharge, reflect, and reinvigorate. It helps us be more productive when we decide to do something. There are also times when we must get something done when nothing is what we would prefer to do.

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Ready Education

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

We are excited to announce the release of My Schedule, designed to enhance the student experience. This latest update is a key milestone in our ongoing commitment to Strengthening Student Engagement and Supporting Academic Success—two core focus areas in our Strategic Roadmap.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Researchers at the University at Buffalo have been awarded a $10 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences to establish the Center for Early Literacy and Responsible AI (CELaRAI). According to university officials, the Center for Early Literacy and Responsible AI will focus on "harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to transform early literacy instruction for culturally and linguistically diverse learners in kindergarten through second-gr

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Student Loan Planner

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve made a long-anticipated announcement that it will be cutting interest rates by 0.5%. The decision was made after several economic indicators suggested that inflation was tapering off and the job market was contracting — signs that higher interest rates have done what policymakers intended for them to do and rates… The post What The Federal Reserve’s Interest Rate Cut Means for Student Loan Borrowers appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Counselors' Corner

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Many years ago, there once was village in a rural region that was plagued with locusts. Desperate to solve this problem, local leaders asked scientists to intervene. No problem, said the scientists; there’s another insect that eats locusts, so we’ll just bring in a few thousand of them, even though they are not native to this region.

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Civitas Learning

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Predictive modeling is commonly used to evaluate student performance and identify risk factors at many colleges and universities. Institutions can no longer rely solely on intuition and experience to address the factors influencing student outcomes. A study of Civitas Learning partners found that roughly 40% of students who left college had a GPA of 3.0 or higher —data that typically wouldn’t flag them as at-risk.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Representative Norma J. Torres (D-Calif), reintroduce the Basic Assistance for Students in College (BASIC) Act on Wednesday, a bicameral legislation to help ensure college students can meet their basic needs while pursuing their education. The legislators said that the legislation would combat the basic needs crisis by allocating funding to help students access nutritious food, safe and secure housing, mental and physical health care, high-quality and aff

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Knack

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

On Tuesday, September 17th, I had the honor of moderating a webinar with Traci Ray, Vice President for Advocacy and Special Programs at the Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida (ICUF). The discussion featured representatives from Jacksonville University and Herzing University, including Dee Thornton, Director of Academic Technology at Jacksonville University; Bethany Huwe, Associate Vice President of Academic and Library Resources from Herzing University; and LeShawn Roberts, Regiona

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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

In a recent publication, Federal Student Aid released key deadlines for Title IV institutions must submit reports for the 2024-25 academic year. This notice applies to the following programs: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program (FSEOG) Program, the Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program, the Federal Pell Grant (Pell… More » Don’t Miss Out: Key Deadlines for 2024-25 Academic Year The post Don’t Miss Out: Key Deadl

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HEAG

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In our blog, The Lost Art of Communication , we discussed the many ways we can communicate with each other in the office. The most used mode is email and we provided some best practices for your business communications. Communicating … Read more ».

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

A proposed federal financial aid policy could change the lives of postsecondary students, particularly Black and Latinx students, by allowing them to spend less out-of-pocket for their degrees and prevent the accumulation of student debt, which remains financially crippling for many graduates. That's the findings from a new report , released by researchers at the Higher Education, Race, and the Economy (HERE) Lab at the University of California, Merced, in cooperation with The Institute for Col

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Wading through the world of financial aid can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re met with acronyms like SAI, SAR, and FAFSA. But don’t worry—I’m here to make it simple! Whether you’re applying to college or the parent of a soon-to-be-college student, understanding these terms is key to getting the financial support you need for college.

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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

What is the difference between a food bank and a food pantry? That’s a great question. Both play a role in ensuring people have access to food. The main cause of hunger is not the lack of food but the lack of access to food. Food banks typically store food in large warehouses and distribute to local food programs, like food pantries. Food banks serve a specific geographic area.

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CAMPUSPEAK

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Ahh! I’m so stressed out! How is it just the start of the semester and I’m already feeling overwhelmed and… The post Shift Your Mindset & Thrive appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

It’s been a homecoming of sorts for John K. Pierre, who took the reins of his alma mater earlier this year, becoming chancellor of Southern University Agricultural and & Mechanical College’s flagship campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Pierre, a seasoned legal scholar, had been serving the Southern University Law Center in numerous roles since 1990, first as a faculty member and then as an administrator.

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Symplicity

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Managing student conduct is crucial for the success of any higher education institution. Effective management in this area not only ensures a safe and productive learning environment but contributes to the holistic development of students. Good management is associated with communication, collaboration, and accountability; universities like Towson University are proof of this by effective management and use of Symplicity Advocate.

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Knack

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Unlocking the potential of every student through equitable access to education resources.

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CAMPUSPEAK

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

In a world where Karen’s get way more airtime than good deeds, we can often feel like common courtesy has… The post Manners Take You Places appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Empowering HBCU students to reshape the political landscape “I don’t want politicians to be relatable, I want them to be reliable. I don’t care if you have hot sauce in your bag; what are you going to do about student loan debt?” This raw plea from young Black voters highlights a stark truth: traditional political engagement methods are failing those who know what they want but feel unheard.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Ronnie D. Williams Ronnie D. Williams has been appointed Senior DEI Strategist and Advisor at Hendrix College. He is retired from the University of Central Arkansas, where he served as vice president of student services and chief diversity officer. Williams, a graduate of Hendrix College, holds a master’s from Arkansas State University.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Michelle Kirkham Michelle Kirkham has been named director of development at Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Missouri. She previously coordinated fundraising at Quincy University in Illinois. Kirkham holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Culver-Stockton.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Dr. Charmaine Madison Charmaine Madison has been named vice president of information services and chief information officer at George Mason University. She served as deputy chief of the IT Enterprise Group at the Central Intelligence Agency. Madison holds an MBA from Saint Leo University, a master’s in information technology from the Florida Institute of Technology, a master’s in national security studies from the National War College, and a doctorate in strategic leadership from Regent Universi

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Lies strike like lightning in our current political disinformation age. The targets of these “disinfo” strikes can often seem random, but they flash with the brilliance of a lightning storm at dawn. Given the limits of American media, no truth-telling can keep pace or correct the record – even when the stakes are impossible to quantify. Scholars and pundits alike have tried to wrestle with these phenomena amidst our current post-truth malaise.

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