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University of Miami Computer Science Student Fuels “Accelerate Tech” Pilot Program

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Davenport, a freshman computer science major from Washington Township, New Jersey is the first facilitator for a new computer science “Accelerate Tech” pilot program that has been incorporated into the Saturday school programming at Earlington Heights Elementary School. Not everyone knows or understands that.

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Simplifying Financial Aid for International Students

School & Student Services by Community Brands

How US Private Schools Serve International Students To cater to the growing number of international students, US private schools have implemented various initiatives: English Language Support: Many schools offer intensive English language programs to help students develop proficiency and academic language skills.

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Solutions in Action: Breaking Down Barriers to Student Success

Timely MD

Brown pointed to a change in how campus housing assignments were made after a casual conversation with a student. An online hub for mental health support came about on Stowe’s campus following an informal conversation with students a few years ago.

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Developing a Strengths-Based Campus: Successes, Challenges, and Lessons Learned

Supporting Student Success

This project was particularly important to me because of the impact CliftonStrengths had made in my life and how the tool was being used to support post-secondary studentsdevelopment. Are you using CS for yourself or with your students? What other tools and programs do you use to support students? Let’s connect!

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The Benefits of Studying Business, Economics, and Technology in the U.S.

IEFA

provides a chance to improve language skills, develop a global perspective, and expand professional networks. Living in a new country can also enhance personal growth by building self-confidence, fostering independence, and facilitating personal discovery. Finally, studying abroad in the U.S.

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A Call to Action: Higher Education Must Implement Culturally Responsive Mental Health Practices

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This is particularly true for racially minoritized students, who, unlike their white racial counterparts, must deal with academic pressures while navigating through systems (e.g., predominately white institutions) known to facilitate discrimination, isolation, and marginalization.

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Council for Opportunity in Education Appoints Aaron Brown as Executive Vice President

COE

Brown brings a deep understanding of the challenges underrepresented students face and a solid commitment to empowering them to achieve their educational goals.