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Legislation Would Introduce Grant Program for California Black-Serving Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AB 335 builds on that foundation by ensuring these institutions receive the funding and resources necessary to enhance their academic support programs and student services, he said in an interview with Diverse.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

There are financial support programs, including emergency grants, technology loaner programs and device voucher support, which provide students with necessary in-time financial support. The Impact Internship is part of a campus wide effort to support undocumented students in their completion of the Dream Service Incentive Grant requirements.

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Making Equity a Priority

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

After he graduated from UC Santa Cruz, Curry landed a job at University of California Irvine’s Center for Educational Partnerships, doing outreach at Compton Unified School District, helping students go to college. We need to be more intentional at saying, ‘This is our major; how does this major connect to a job?’

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How to Attract Diverse Families with Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Schools find success in streamlining applications by offering clear instructions, online submission options, and readily available assistance. For example, a Financial Aid Impact Night featuring speeches from students, families, and faculty whove witnessed the transformative power of financial support. Connect with us here.

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Addressing Community College Enrollment Concerns

NACAC's Admitted

And crucial conversations about the numerous steps to start college or reenroll—and the importance of a “one-stop” approach to student services—are also taking place. But by doing a bit of internal research first, you’re more likely to hit upon a solution that proves successful for your unique institution and student body.

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What could virtual reality mean for higher ed?

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In partnership with ASU faculty, Dreamscape Learn created an immersive, interactive environment called The Alien Zoo , in which students discover that a rare alien species is suffering from a new, undiagnosed ailment and must work to identify its origin and find a way to cure the suffering population.

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Supporting the Health and Well-Being of Transgender College Students

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In taking these steps, it’s important to provide staff and faculty with training on how to use correct pronouns and names to ensure each is appropriately used. Providing access to gender-affirming health care Access to gender-affirming health care can be a critical aspect of the mental health and well-being of transgender students.