Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) supports first-generation, low-income students, 81% of whom are Latino, in overcoming social and economic barriers to higher education. The data show that Latino students are not only participating actively but are completing the program and graduating at high levels. “We

Retention 336

Retention Facilitation Faculty First generation 336

Scholarship America

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

As covered in Inside Higher Ed : “One particularly troubling enrollment trend exacerbated by the pandemic … is the decline of underrepresented groups—specifically Black, first-generation and low-income students. Free Tuition” to all in-state students from families with incomes under $67,000.

Low income student 52

Low income student Scholarship Students Nontraditional student 52

The University Innovation Alliance

APRIL 1, 2024

In her professional life, President Sacks collects mentors whose leadership skills or strengths have impressed her and whom she can always count on for advice. That was formative.” Gunsalus Weekly Wisdom Series Bios of Guest and Co-Hosts Guest: Casey Sacks , President, BridgeValley Community and Technical College Dr.

Leadership 52

Leadership Higher education Community college Grant 52