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What’s the Difference Between Federal and Private Student Loans?

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Before we know it, classes will begin for the fall semester nationwide on college campuses. Rising freshman and returning college students should already have their financial situation secure. By now, you will have received your financial aid package, know if you are eligible for the. The post What’s the Difference Between Federal and Private Student Loans?

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Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies Are Linked to Depression in Black and Latinx Youth

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A new study finds that anti-LGBTQ+ policies are linked to depression in Black and Latinx youth in the United States. The study analyzed discriminatory policies, such as “Don’t Say Gay” laws and other indicators that may affect this group and found that LGBTQ+ Black and Latinx youth are more likely to be depressed than their peers in the most LGBTQ+ affirming states.

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Leading Through Change

Steve Keating

I know people who claim to love change. I’m not certain I know anyone who actually does. I am certain I know lots of people who would be better off if they changed, I’m also certain I’m not one of those people. Change is hard. One of the reasons for that is that there is always some sort of loss associated with change. Even change that we instigate.

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Conceptualizing and assessing race-based traumatic stress

Counseling Today

The toll of racism is implicated in health and mental health disparities that can be addressed only through knowledge, awareness and a commitment to culturally responsive care. The post Conceptualizing and assessing race-based traumatic stress appeared first on Counseling Today.

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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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Finding Community | Mental Health for LGBTQI+ Students in Rural America

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Now that we’re in July, we’ve gone through Mental Health Awareness Month (May) and Pride Month (June). In these two months, we’ve seen so many examples of efforts around the country to support LGBTQI+ youth and provide these students with more access to high-quality mental health support. However, we don’t hear a lot about rural Continue Reading The post Finding Community | Mental Health for LGBTQI+ Students in Rural America appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Chris V. Rey Appointed President of Barber-Scotia College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Chris V. Rey will become president of Barber-Scotia College, effective Jul. 17, the Independent Tribune reported. Chris V. Rey For 22 years, Rey served as part of the Army National Guard service. In the military, he worked to establish the first cyber brigade headquarters for the National Guard. He is also the international president of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., one of the U.S.’s oldest historically black fraternities.

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From the President: Creating change within the profession

Counseling Today

The 72nd president of the American Counseling Association introduces himself to members and outlines his initiatives for the year. The post From the President: Creating change within the profession appeared first on Counseling Today.

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How a Doctor Mortgage Impacts Your Credit Score

Student Loan Planner

Getting a doctor mortgage loan can help you qualify for a home loan that you might not otherwise get with a conventional loan. However, even though a physician borrower might get access to more flexible underwriting criteria than they’d see with a conventional mortgage, it can still impact your credit score. Here’s what to know […] The post How a Doctor Mortgage Impacts Your Credit Score appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Breaking Barriers

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Sergio A. Gonzalez Institution:   Claremont Graduate University Graduate Program:   Ph.D., Higher Education and Student Affairs Education:   M.Ed., Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs, University of Southern California; M.A., Applied Gender Studies, Claremont Graduate University B.A., Communication Studies, Manhattanville College Mentors:  Dr.

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Careers: Welding

Community College Review

Whether you have technical or creative skills, a career in welding technology can be rewarding and lucrative. Learn how you can start a welding career right at your local community college.

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4 Steps to Advocate for Affirmative Action

CAMPUSPEAK

As a passionate advocate for social impact and equal opportunity, I closely followed the recent landmark ruling by the Supreme… The post 4 Steps to Advocate for Affirmative Action appeared first on CAMPUSPEAK.

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How to Get Forgiveness Credit If You Were Steered Into Forbearance

Student Loan Planner

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) waiver, and the ongoing income-driven repayment (IDR) one-time account adjustment or waiver, are two of the most impactful bits of student loan debt relief legislation that we have seen. If the waivers impact you, you might be years closer to reaching student loan forgiveness than ever. This is true […] The post How to Get Forgiveness Credit If You Were Steered Into Forbearance appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Ocean County College Issued Notice that Accreditation May be at Risk

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Ocean County College’s (OCC) accreditation may be at risk, NJ.com reported. The New Jersey public community college was warned last week in a notice from its regional accrediting agency, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. According to the notice, there is insufficient evidence that the school is in compliance with Standard VII, the agency’s standard on governance, leadership, and administration.

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Careers: Law Enforcement

Community College Review

If the field of criminal justice is calling you, then answer by starting your training at community college. Learn about career prospects in criminal justice and available community college programs to launch you into a rewarding job.

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Building a Global Network: Top Networking Strategies for International Students to Forge Lasting Connections

IEFA

Strong networking connections can open up incredible opportunities for international students for internships, future jobs and academic advancement. Making these connections can be more challenging than it seems as you navigate an unfamiliar environment in a new country. From language barriers to unfamiliar faces, creating meaningful connections can seem overwhelming, but with some insider tips and proven strategies, it’s possible!

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Alumni giving metrics will no longer be a part of college rankings. Here’s why you should renew your commitment to annual giving anyway.

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Blogs Alumni giving metrics will no longer be a part of college rankings. Here’s why you should renew your commitment to annual giving anyway. This spring, US News and World Report announced they will remove alumni giving metrics from consideration for their 2024 college rankings. The news marks a meaningful shift, especially given University Boards and Presidents’ laser focus on alumni participation as a way of buoying their institutions’ standings in these rankings.

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Association Blends Science and Culture for Hispanics, Native Americans

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The cautionary advice dispatched by his mentors when Dr. José Vargas-Muñiz was a college student dented his confidence and, on several occasions, tripped him up. Don’t let your hands fly the way so many Puerto Ricans like you do when they’re excited about something. In a professional setting, tell no one that you’re queer. Try to lose your island-inflected speech, they’d suggested.

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Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence: Transforming the Future of Financial Aid

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Since I built my first computer at fifteen, technology has fascinated me. Instead of running in the other direction, I’ve always sought to embrace it and explore ways in which it can be used to make our lives easier. One … Read more ».

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Higher Education Compliance with Updates to the GLBA Safeguards Rule

Student Privacy Compass

Higher education institutions participating in the US Department of Education’s federal student aid programs need to be aware of recent updates to requirements to the Safeguards Rule of the Graham-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), which will go into effect on June 9, 2023. Though this act typically ensures that financial institutions like banks maintain appropriate data privacy practices that protect individuals’ nonpublic personal information (NPI), on February 28, 2020, the Office of Federal Student Ai

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Supporting Youth in a Social Media Boom

SRI Education

The popularity of social media is widespread and continues to rise, especially among youth. According to a recent general advisory report released by the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General, up to 95% of youth aged 13-17 regularly use at least one social media platform. And of those users, more than 1 in 3 report using social media “almost constantly.

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Jay Gonzalez Appointed First Hispanic President of Curry College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Jay Gonzalez will become president of Curry College, effective Jul. 31, Milton Times reported. He will be the first Hispanic leader of the school. Jay Gonzalez Gonzalez is currently a partner at law firm Hinckley Allen. He previously has served as president and CEO of CeltiCare Health Plan of Massachusetts and New Hampshire Healthy Families; secretary of administration and finance for Massachusetts Gov.

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Recruiting ‘Gen P’

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This report offers guidance for enrollment leaders on the mindset of “Gen P,” or the students whose college-going behaviors have been influenced by their experiences during the pandemic. Thanks for your interest! To access this content, please log in or register for a free guest account. Log In Register The post Recruiting ‘Gen P’ appeared first on EAB.

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Key Challenges Impacting SMS Compliance | Mongoose

Mongoose

Gil Rogers, the host of FYI , is joined by Mongoose OG's Andrew Veatch , Vice President of Technology, and Jon Caruso , Product Manager for Cadence. Hear Gil, Andrew, and Jon discuss the latest compliance rules for texting related to higher education.

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When to Purchase Physician Disability Insurance

Student Loan Planner

Key Takeaways: Anyone can experience a serious injury or illness. But the nature of your work as a physician means that a simple car accident or mobility issue could alter or end your medical career without notice. If you’re not financially independent, having adequate physician disability insurance is a must. Even if you have disability […] The post When to Purchase Physician Disability Insurance appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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How Will the Affirmative Action Ruling Affect the College Essay?

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Although the U.S. Supreme Court struck down race-conscious admissions programs last week, it did not eliminate the consideration of race entirely. “Nothing in this opinion should be construed as prohibiting universities from considering an applicant’s discussion of how race affected his or her life, be it through discrimination, inspiration, or otherwise,” wrote Chief Justice John G.

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July: Letter from our Executive Director

Believe in Students

“Ensuring a diverse student body in higher education helps everyone, not just those who, due to their race, have directly inherited distinct disadvantages with respect to their health, wealth, and well-being.” –Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson I’m writing this letter in the wake of the expected, yet still devastating, Supreme Court decision striking down the use of race as a factor in college admissions.

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Careers: Fashion

Community College Review

Learn about how you can embark upon a fashion career starting with the fashion design, merchandising and buying courses available at local community colleges.

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Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Struck Down By Supreme Court

Student Loan Planner

The Supreme Court has finally issued a ruling on President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan. In a 6-3 decision in Biden v. Nebraska, a majority of the court struck down the program, finding that it was an improper overreach that exceeded Congressional authority. Advocacy groups for student loan borrowers criticized the decision. Legal challenges halt […] The post Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Struck Down By Supreme Court appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Dr. Kimberly Andrews Espy Named First Woman President of Wayne State University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Kimberly Andrews Espy will become the first woman president of Wayne State University, effective Aug. 1. Dr. Kimberly Andrews Espy Espy – a licensed clinical psychologist – is currently provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). Previously, she was senior vice president for research at the University of Arizona; vice president for research and innovation and dean of the graduate school at the University of Oregon; and faculty at S

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New College of Florida Presidential Search Committee Approved $487,000-$868,000 Presidential Pay Range

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A New College of Florida presidential search committee has approved a proposed $487,000-$868,000 pay range for its next president, WUSF reported. The move will now go to The New College Board of Trustees for approval. The school’s interim president, Richard Corcoran, a former Florida House speaker and state education commissioner, is being paid a base salary of $699,000.

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Bloomfield College Merges with Montclair State University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Bloomfield College has merged with Montclair State University, effective Jul. 1. Bloomfield – it is the only four-year institution in New Jersey that is a predominantly Black institution, a Hispanic-serving institution, and a minority serving institution – will be renamed Bloomfield College of Montclair State University. The majority of the school’s faculty and staff (almost 90%) were offered employment by Montclair.

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A State of Affairs, the Underrepresentation of Minority Community College Trustees

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

There is considerable research generated about African Americans in higher education, specifically faculty. In fact, most studies concerning African Americans have focused on the retention of students or faculty (Wolfe & Dilworth, 2015). Yet there is little research on the underrepresentation of African American community college trustees. While much of the existing research suggests that increasing the number of faculty and administrators of color clearly has a positive effect on educationa

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Natural Allies: How Diversity Leaders and Community Engagement Leaders Build Democracy Together

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Across the country, state legislators have been debating—and in several cases passing— legislation that censors teaching and learning, threatens academic freedom, and limits or eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion offices and efforts both on and off campuses. Missing in the narrative and discussion are the stories we see on our campuses and in our communities, in action every day.

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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff to Launch Scholarship Program as Part of Federal Agriculture Career Initiative

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) will be part of a federal initiative to recruit and retain underrepresented minority students in food and agriculture careers. Dr. Nina Lyon-Bennett As part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) “From Learning to Leading: Cultivating the Next Generation of Diverse Food and Agriculture Professionals (NEXTGEN),” UAPB’s Dr.

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Seeking Equity in Healthcare Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Sabrina Ali Jamal-Eddine Institution: University of Illinois Chicago, College of Nursing Graduate Program: Ph.D. in Nursing with a Certificate in Disability Ethics Education: B.S. in Nursing, The Ohio State University; Intensive Summer Arabic Program, American University of Beirut Mentor: Dr. Sarah Abboud, UIC College of Nursing; Dr. Em Rabelais, Independent Scholar; Dr.

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Panel Explores Potential Impacts Caused By The End of Affirmative Action

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Black scholars and policy leaders gathered on Thursday to discuss the impact that the end of affirmative action may bring to Black colleges and Black students at large. The virtual panel, convened by the Center for Policy Analysis and Research, explored the growing concerns surrounding the end of race-conscious admissions in colleges and universities and what these policy changes will mean for campuses nationwide.

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