Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 29, 2023

In a pair of votes, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down race consciousness in college admissions on Thursday, upending four decades of precedent. The court voted 6-3 against the race conscious practices of the University of North Carolina (UNC) and 6-2 against the practices of Harvard, due to the recusal of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson The court’s opinion, written by Chief Justice John Roberts, articulated three main reasons that the affirmative action programs at Harvard and UNC violated the eq

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Active Minds

JUNE 26, 2023

I have learned firsthand how difficult it is to be authentically yourself living in an area that simply does not support that. I was born and raised in a typical rural Alabama town. A population of 14,000 created that “everyone knows everyone” atmosphere where anything outside the social norm was hard to hide and typically shunned. Everyone’s journey with acceptance and coming out is different, and the shared ideals of my community shaped mine significantly.

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Student Minds

JUNE 25, 2023

Sub-Editors, Sarah and Madeleine, share their thoughts and experiences about how they put their well-being first. - Student Minds Editorial Team ✨ How do you put your well-being first? ✨ ⭐ Sarah (Student): University stress can certainly take a toll on my well-being, which is why I take extra good care of myself during semesters. I think one of the hardest parts about university life for me is that I’m already so drained from classes and assignments that finding the energy to do a billion extrac

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Steve Keating

JUNE 29, 2023

Cultivating a growth mindset as a leader and encouraging it in your team is crucial for building a culture of continuous learning and innovation. You’re either growing or you’re falling behind those who are. If you’re interested in consistent growth there are some well defined steps that can help you develop a growth mindset as a leader and promote it within your team.

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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

JUNE 26, 2023

The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) has filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit in support of Florida faculty who are challenging the state’s “Stop W.O.K.E.” Act. Gov. Ron DeSantis The 2022 state law – the “Individual Freedom Act” (“IFA”) – bans professors at Florida’s public universities from expressing certain viewpoints while teaching topics such as racial and sexual discrimination and injustice.

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Student Loan Planner

JUNE 29, 2023

The Supreme Court will decide on student debt cancellation on June 30, 2023. To hold off on such a monumental decision until the last day in the term suggests that cancellation has a better chance of being struck down than upheld. And the entire question rests on a technicality. We’ll discuss what this means for […] The post Supreme Court Student Debt Cancellation: What You Need to Know appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Civitas Learning

JUNE 27, 2023

Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Youtube Today we have a panel of guests! Joining today is Landon Peterson, Director of Academic Advising at Snow College, Julia Carlo, Executive Director of Advising at Northeastern State University, and our own Rob Friedhoff, Vice President of Community Development at Civitas Learning. If you’d like to hear a previous episode with Rob Friedhoff, he spoke about boosting academic advising capacity in Season 1, Episode 7.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 28, 2023

Dr. Timothy Alvarez’s life is a living example of the importance of mentors in higher education. Dr. Timothy Alvarez From earning an associate degree to serving as president of a community college, Alvarez understands the value of higher education and the need to create pathways and support systems. As he prepares to retire Aug. 11, after five years as president of Otero College, which is part of the Colorado Community College System, he does so with a sense of satisfaction that he followed his

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College Aid Services

JUNE 29, 2023

Today, the Supreme Court ruled against affirmative action in admissions at the University of North Carolina and Harvard. The ruling ends decades of precedent that college admission programs used to create a diverse student population. Students for Fair Admissions had sued Harvard and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill over race-conscious admissions policies.… More » Supreme Court rules against race-conscious admissions, Leaders react The post Supreme Court rules against race-c

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Counseling Today

JUNE 26, 2023

With more anti-LGBTQ+ legislation being introduced every day, counselors can take steps to advocate on behalf of their clients. The post ACA and SAIGE co-host webinar on LGBTQ+ advocacy and allyship appeared first on Counseling Today.

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Steve Keating

JUNE 25, 2023

Dealing with job loss can be a challenging and stressful experience. It makes little difference how the job loss came about. Whether you were deservedly terminated or laid off through no fault of your own, it’s very difficult to accept. But there are several steps you can take to navigate this difficult situation. Here’s a few thoughts on how to go about it.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 29, 2023

Tennessee State University (TSU) is looking to become the first HBCU to sponsor an ice hockey program, The Athletic reported. TSU – in partnership with the NHL , the NHL Players Association and the Nashville Predators – plans to launch a men’s club ice hockey team in the 2024-25 school year. The school aims to start competing at the club level in the American College Hockey Association (ACHA), but eventually wants to field men’s and women’s teams in ACHA Division 1 or Division 2 level in 2026-2

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Community College Review

JUNE 24, 2023

This article provides a detailed overview of the rewarding and challenging career path as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). It delves into the necessary training, skills, and responsibilities required to excel in this crucial healthcare profession. Readers will gain insights into the job outlook for EMTs, the impact they make as first responders, and the opportunities for growth within the field.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 27, 2023

The best words that any college student can hear are that they got a scholarship. Scholarships are worth their weight in gold for students. They’re someone else’s money and you don’t have to pay them back. College scholarships are a wonderful supplement to federal, state. The post Start Your Search for Scholarships for College Today appeared first on CFAA.

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Scholarship America

JUNE 27, 2023

Scholarship America, the nation’s largest scholarship provider, is proud to announce its 2023 class of Dream Award Scholars. Each of these students has used grit, drive and determination to overcome obstacles and begin their college careers—and all of them faced financial barriers to continuing their education. With the support of the Scholarship America Dream Award, a renewable scholarship of up to $10,000 per year, this year’s Scholars will be able to stay on track, pursue their educational go

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 27, 2023

When Dr. Devorah Lieberman became president of University of La Verne in 2011, a private institution of approximately 8,000 students about 35 miles east of Los Angeles, she was in many ways seeing life come full circle. At the time she was offered the position, she was the provost of Wagner College in New York City, which caused the hiring committee to ask how a New Yorker would adapt to Southern California.

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Community College Review

JUNE 24, 2023

Explore the captivating world of seamanship jobs and maritime careers. From becoming a deck officer and mastering navigation skills to overseeing ship operations, discover the rewarding and adventurous opportunities available in the marine industry. Learn about the essential role of ship crews and explore the path to a successful career at sea through comprehensive maritime training.

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Counseling Today

JUNE 27, 2023

It’s easy for counselors to become isolated unless they are intentional about joining professional organizations that meet their needs. The post Voice of Experience: Professional organizations appeared first on Counseling Today.

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Patter by Pat Thomson

JUNE 26, 2023

This is a little exercise from my workshops and retreats. I don’t always do it. And I only do it with people who won’t think it’s really silly. But if people are prepared to go with it, then it can be interesting. So what is it then? Well, I sometimes ask people to pause and take five or ten minutes to write a letter to themselves from their writing.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 28, 2023

On July 1 st , incarcerated Americans will re-gain access to Pell grants for the first time in nearly 30 years. Reformers have hailed the change as a critical step towards enabling people in prison to experience the myriad benefits of higher education. But a new report has revealed that an important segment of this population may be largely left out: those who already have student loans.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 26, 2023

Since 2021, the Department of Education has worked to streamline and simplify the FAFSA application. These simplifications are also meant to make financial aid more accessible for all families. One of the biggest changes to the FAFSA is the NEW Student Aid Index (the old. The post How the New Student Aid Index Will Impact Your Family’s Financial Aid Eligibility appeared first on CFAA.

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Ed.gov Homeroom

JUNE 28, 2023

By: David Greenberg & Dr. Linh Dang The challenges we face in today’s education landscape rarely have simple policy solutions. The youth mental health crisis, insufficient community and family engagement, and lack of access to early childhood learning are only a handful of the complex issues that require innovative strategies that extend beyond the school Continue Reading The post Community Schools: Fostering Innovation and Transformation appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Civitas Learning

JUNE 26, 2023

Learn how other higher education leaders are creating and implementing strategies that support long-term financial health. The post How to Achieve Financial Stability with Student Success appeared first on Civitas Learning.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 26, 2023

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) and Vanderbilt University (VU) are launching a $17-million diversity, equity, inclusion, (DEI) and belonging program for the biomedical research community. Dr. Consuelo Wilkins The Vanderbilt Faculty Institutional Recruitment for Sustainable Transformation Program (V-FIRST) – funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) – will aim to accelerate hiring, promotion, and retention efforts for diverse, early-career investigators.

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NACAC's Admitted

JUNE 28, 2023

iStock One of the most significant effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in the college admission ecosystem was the relatively rapid and nearly wholesale adoption of test-optional (or test-free, in some cases) admission policies by colleges and universities. Prior to the pandemic, the biggest challenge to an institution considering moving to a test-optional admission policy was the institutional decision-making thicket that could prove difficult to navigate, in part due to the inertia that can define

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Counseling Today

JUNE 29, 2023

ACA’s 2023 Virtual Hill Day provided counselors with tips on how to effectively advocate with members of Congress. The post 5 takeaways from the 2023 Virtual Hill Day appeared first on Counseling Today.

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COE

JUNE 30, 2023

Empowering Dreams and Overcoming Barriers: The Unforgettable Journey of TRIO Students at the 2023 National Student Leadership Congress June 30, 2023 — by Brian Zhang Beyond first-generation college students and low-income student-specific issues, the students tackled other polarizing topics through a mock congress, from book bans and religion in school to social media and climate change.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 26, 2023

Since the 2015 launch of Graduation Initiative 2025, a state-backed project to improve graduation rates, the California State University system (CSU) has made significant progress, with students from all groups earning degrees at higher rates. But disparities persist. The graduation rate gap between Black and white students is 22.2 percentage points,3 of a percent higher than it was fifteen years ago.

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Thrive Alliance Group

JUNE 30, 2023

The events of the past few years—the pandemic, shootings, riots, political and ideological battles—have left many of us traumatized. The result is widespread emotional dysregulation, an inability to manage emotional states and responses. And it’s not only children and teens who are experiencing emotional regulation difficulties. It’s the adults, too.

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EAB

JUNE 30, 2023

Blogs What does a data management platform actually do? 5 ways a data management platform can benefit your college To anyone who doesn’t work with raw data directly, data management might seem esoteric. It certainly sounds good to improve data management, but in a tangible sense, what does that mean? What benefits do staff, faculty, and students gain from better data management?

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Student Loan Planner

JUNE 29, 2023

Borrowing federal Parent PLUS Loans on your child’s behalf can support them toward the education they want without the burden of a high amount of private student loans. Although it’s a life-changing gesture, it unfortunately comes at a cost for many parents. The costs of borrowing Parent PLUS Loans have increased significantly over the past […] The post 7 Expert Tips for Managing Parent PLUS Loan Payments If You’re Struggling appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 26, 2023

In honor of Pride Month, college and university campuses across the U.S. celebrated and supported its LGBTQ+ communities in a wide range of ways. "Now, especially with all the anti-LGBTQ+ attacks, it's important that we have visibility on college campuses and in communities," said Shane Windmeyer., executive director and founder of Campus Pride. Shane Windmeyer At Emory University , those from multiple generations of the LGBTQ+ community were allowed to tell their stories and discuss American qu

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Scholarship America

JUNE 29, 2023

In response to the United States Supreme Court’s historic ruling regarding affirmative action policies in higher education, Mike Nylund, president and CEO of Scholarship America, released the following statement. “As colleges and universities evaluate and potentially redesign their admissions processes based on this week’s SCOTUS decision, private-sector scholarships will play a larger role in closing racial gaps in postsecondary education enrollment and completion.

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HEAG

JUNE 29, 2023

The access and use of federal tax information (FTI) under the FAFSA® Simplification program (to be fully implemented for the 2024-2025 award year) has been in the news lately, so we thought we’d try to answer some of the most … Read more ».

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NACAC's Admitted

JUNE 28, 2023

iStock One of the most significant effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in the college admission ecosystem was the relatively rapid and nearly wholesale adoption of test-optional (or test-free, in some cases) admission policies by colleges and universities. Prior to the pandemic, the biggest challenge to an institution considering moving to a test-optional admission policy was the institutional decision-making thicket that could prove difficult to navigate, in part due to the inertia that can define

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 26, 2023

Dr. Dana B. Hamel, founding chancellor of Virginia Community College, has died at 99, NBC 12 reported. Dr. Dana B. Hamel “Dr. Hamel died Friday night, just a few weeks shy of his 100th birthday,” VCCS Chancellor Dr. David Doré said in a statement. “We have lost a great friend and Virginia has lost one of its guiding lights of the 20th century.” Hamel was chancellor from 1966-1979, during which his guidance and determination resulted in one of the U.S.’s leading community college systems, Doré sa

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