Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
HAIRSTON: Growing up in a home that included my mother and one brother, I learned many life lessons. Watching my mother continuously work two and sometimes three jobs was normal life for me. It wasn’t until I became an adult that I realized that from all of the life lessons learned in our low income household, financial literacy was not one of them.
Active Minds
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Content Warning: This piece contains mentions of violence, death, and suicide. Today, November 20th, marks the 25th anniversary of Transgender Day of Remembrance. Initially created in 1999 as a vigil to memorialize Rita Hester and all others lost to anti-transgender violence that year, this day of observance has since evolved into a global movement.
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Student Minds
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Julia reflects on the stress and uncertainty of life after graduation, exploring the pressures of choosing a career and embracing the freedom to explore multiple paths. - Julia Zablocka Graduating from university is often celebrated as a huge milestone, but for many of us, it brings a mix of stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. The pressure to immediately figure out a career can feel overwhelming.
Counselors' Corner
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. You've worked so hard to schedule, prepare, and nudge your high school senior to apply to college on time. You shared that small thrill when they hit Submit with time to spare, and you thought you were all set. Until they got the e-mail. "Our records indicate your application is incomplete. Unless we receive a copy of your high school transcript in the next five days, we will be unable to process your application.
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.
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
On November 15th, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 8932, FAFSA Deadline Act, a proposed legislation that would amend the Higher Education Act of 1965. It requires the FAFSA to be available by October 1st and mandates that the Department of Education certify its launch by September 1 or testify before Congress if they… More » FAFSA Deadline Act Passes House of Representatives With Bipartisan Support, Moves to US Senate The post FAFSA Deadline Act Passes House of Representatives
Knowledge Avatars College
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Bridgeport Youth Lacrosse Sports Academy Hosts Innovative Summit to Empower Future Leaders Emiliano De La… Mon, 11/11/2024 - 13:42 On November 8, 2024, Bridgeport, CT, became a hub of innovation and learning as the Bridgeport Youth Lacrosse Sports Academy held its pioneering Sports and Education Summit. This event, aimed at empowering the next generation of leaders, attracted over 150 high school students for a day dedicated to exploration, empowerment, and enrichment.
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Active Minds
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Have you ever wondered how Active Minds can impact your school or community? Jonathan M. Solomon, a former school psychologist for the Howard County (MD) Public School System, shared his experience with the National Association of School Psychologists. Solomon knows youth mental health is increasingly at risk, and showcases how establishing an Active Minds chapter at his school helped him efficiently run important programming and reach students across an entire district.
Student Minds
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Social Media Kindness Day 2024 encourages students to use their online presence to spread positivity, empathy, and support, reminding us all to create a more uplifting and respectful digital world. - Student Minds Blog Editorial Team ⭐ How can you embrace social media as part of your university experience? ⭐ Taylor - Embracing social media during your university experience is a great way to make friends and find your people!
Steve Keating
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Every word you speak matters. Every choice you make matters. Every decision you make matters. Every action you take matters. It all matters. Every word, every action, every choice, every decision, and even every thought contributes to the development of your personal brand. A strong personal brand can set you up for success. It can “grease the skids” for work promotions and meaningful relationships in business and your personal life.
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
FSA has released the 2025-26 College Financing Plan (CFP) to continue helping prospective students understand and compare their financial aid packages at participating institutions. The standardized form is updated annually to reflect the latest requirements and is available on the Office of Postsecondary Education’s website. Posted Date: November 15, 2024 Author: Office of Postsecondary Education… More » Updated College Financing Plan Aims to Simplify Financial Aid Packages for Stud
Student Research Foundation
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
For many high school students, choosing a college is not only about getting an education; it’s also an opportunity for them to leave their hometown and explore the world. With many well-known songs and movies featuring New York as the setting of a new chapter, it’s no surprise that it’s the second most popular state to go to college. But, New York has hundreds of colleges and universities to choose from!
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The path to higher education success has many obstacles and barriers for Latinos across the U.S. The mission of Excelencia in Education, founded in 2004 by Dr. Deborah A. Santiago and Sarita E. Brown, is to advance Latino student success in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conducting analysis to inform educational policies and advancing institutional practices.
Active Minds
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Whether you’re racing in Philadelphia, Indianapolis, NYC, or anywhere in between — Team Active Minds helps you run for a purpose. Those looking to contribute to mental health change can use fitness to add meaning to their miles by partnering with Active Minds while completing marathons, bike rides, and endurance events in their communities. It’s easy to be a part of Team Active Minds , whether you are committing to one of our signature events, joining a local event, or starting your own endura
Student Minds
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Vee writes about overcoming feelings of loneliness and making friends at uni. - Vee I live alone at uni. Specifically, I live in a studio flat. Talking and interacting with people is definitely not my speciality. I chose to opt out of living the “uni life” with a bunch of flatmates, going clubbing and partying and meeting 100 different people in the span of a week.
Steve Keating
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
President Abraham Lincoln once said of a person, “I do not like that man; I must get to know him better.” Lincoln knew that actually knowing, and then understanding a person, would make it much less likely that you would not like them. These days, we often make snap judgments about people. We base them on little information. Then hold on to that opinion, virtually forever.
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced today that it entered the final beta testing period of the 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), Beta 4, which will build on the successful results from the first three beta periods. Since Oct. 1, more than 14,000 students have successfully submitted their 2025–26 FAFSA forms.
Ed.gov Homeroom
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Throughout my childhood, my parents involved my sister and me in educational activities outside of school. While other kids took a summer break, our parents ensured we continued to apply and expand upon what we had learned during the school year. This commitment led us to participate in various summer programs, including six-week-long bridge courses Continue Reading The post The Impact of K-12 STEM Policy appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Michigan State University (MSU) will offer in-state tuition to out-of-state Native American students through their Native American Tuition Advantage Program (NATAP), beginning in Fall 2025. Dr. Kevin Leonard, director of the Native American Institute at MSU, was speaking with a Native, out-of-state student whose tribal affiliation was in Michigan when she began to share the struggles that come with paying out-of-state tuition.
Active Minds
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Election results can induce emotions, whether celebratory or stressful. Let’s be real: the results of this week’s presidential election have had an especially heavy impact on many of us and with an uncertain road ahead, we may be juggling intense feelings of stress, regardless of their political beliefs. Going into the presidential election this year, reported levels of stress related to the election were higher than in both 2020 and 2016.
Counselors' Corner
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Completing college applications can be hard work, work that often runs through the holiday season. Since everyone else is taking some time off, this would seem to be the perfect opportunity to hang out with your family, especially since this could be your last Thanksgiving/New Year/Kwanzmasakah as a full-time occupant of your parents’ home.
Steve Keating
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
I recently left a company I had worked at for many years. I had fully intended to work there at least a couple more years, but I decided it was best to leave instead. I left for one main reason: I was no longer able to make a difference there. The values of the company had changed dramatically over the last couple of years. There were lots of new faces and attitudes.
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
The Department of Education has issued detailed reminders to institutions, emphasizing the need to submit their Evaluation of Completers Lists and required reporting data to comply with FVT/GE regulations. Schools now have until January 15, 2025 to meet these requirements after receiving additional time to prioritize preparations for the upcoming FAFSA application.
Knack
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Higher education thrives on connection—between students and faculty, among peers, and within the broader campus community. As institutions seek innovative ways to elevate student success, one of the most promising strategies is leveraging peer interaction as a cornerstone of academic support. At the heart of this strategy lies the potential to transform peer tutoring into a recognized high-impact practice (HIP) , empowering students to engage deeply in their learning while building meaningful co
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
CANCUN—What started off in 2014 as a simple idea, has blossomed into a major convening, drawing more than 700 educators from K-12 school districts and colleges and universities together to strategize and share best practices on how to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing urban schools around the globe. Dr. Chance W. Lewis The International Conference on Urban Education (ICUE) has become the sought-after space where ideas are shared, and collaborations are formed.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
While some people think washing raw poultry is necessary before cooking, research indicates that doing so can spread bacteria to other surfaces, including the sink. To prevent illness, cook poultry to a minimum internal temperature of 165°F and avoid cross-contamination with ready-to-eat foods. After preparing raw poultry, wash hands for at least 20 seconds followed by cleaning and sanitizing countertops and equipment.
Counselors' Corner
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. ( All based on true stories.) We had just talked about a student who was applying to his highly competitive college, and the admissions rep said he needed to get to his next high school. Rather than take him to the closest exit to the building, we went to the next one—allowing us to walk through our art gallery, where there was a painting done by the student we had just discussed.
Steve Keating
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
I once had the opportunity to hear Steve Jobs speak. He was talking about focus and said, “When fishermen cannot go out to sea, they repair their nets.” He also said, “In simple terms, even when you can’t do your main thing, always do something that relates to your main thing.” I thought, and still think, that it is amazing advice. But through the years I’ve discovered one major problem with that.
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Federal Student Aid has identified a error within the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) that is flagging ‘independent students under the age of 24 as Dependent and creating a series of inconsistencies; primarily for the 2023-24 academic year. Here is everything that you need to know about this issue: Update on November 6, 2024:… More » NSLDS Dependency Issue Affecting 5,400+ Borrowers Now Resolved (Nov. 6 Update) The post NSLDS Dependency Issue Affecting 5,400+ Borrowers Now
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
As a high school senior, you’re juggling a lot—essays, recommendations, deadlines, and, of course, the pressure of figuring out how to pay for college. Among all these decisions, one of the most important is when to apply. Should you go for Early Action or stick to the more traditional route with Regular Decision? If your family is navigating the financial aid process, the timing of your application can impact your financial aid strategy, too.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
A new report by the Southern Education Foundation (SEF) points out that seventy years after the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision, many Black students across the nation still do not have access to equitable educational opportunities in early childhood, K-12, or higher education compared with other students. The report titled, "Miles To Go: The State of Education for Black Students in America" reveals data and research findings on a wide range of persistent inequities that many Bl
Community College Review
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
This comprehensive guide outlines the process of transferring from a community college to a 4-year institution. It covers essential steps such as early planning, understanding transfer requirements, evaluating articulation agreements, and maximizing credit transfer to ensure a smooth transition to university studies.
Timely MD
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Time management is a problem so many of us struggle with, and it is not an easy skill to master. In fact, it requires regular self-reflection and adjustments, especially when old habits resurface, and our work-life balance slips out of alignment. The same can be said for college students. One study found time management among the top challenges for students to finish their degrees.
Steve Keating
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Most people in leadership positions claim to know the value of recognizing their teams. But a solid majority of them provide little to no recognition to their people. That’s because they are so busy doing the urgent things of management that they have no time to do the important things of leadership. Like recognizing their people, for instance. I should tell you that when mentoring people who say they are leaders, I am highly critical of those who say they don’t have time to recognize their peop
College Aid Services
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
The electronic announcement below describes the federal requirements for Title IV institutions to disclose all related party transactions in their audited financial statements in accordance with guidance set by the AICPA. Schools that fail to properly report these transactions will will have their financial statements rejected by the Department and could face administrative action depending… More » FSA Reminds Schools to Disclose Related Party Transactions in Audited Financial Statements T
School Counselor Blog
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
The days leading up to winter break can be stressful! To help students and staff cope with the stress of the season, the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) team at my school hosts a daily self-care challenge for the 12 days leading up to winter break. Each day, students and staff can take a selfie featuring them doing the daily self-care prompt.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Dr. Lester McCorn, who led Clinton College in South Carolina for the past 7 years, has been named the new president of Paine College in Augusta, Georgia. Both institutions are historically Black colleges and universities. McCorn is scheduled to take the helm of Paine College in January. While at the helm of Clinton College, he has helped the institution secure millions of dollars in grants for new programming and presided over the transition of the school from a a two-year school to a four- year
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