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Breaking Barriers: The Struggle for Inclusion on Community College Campuses

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

While community colleges play a crucial role in providing accessible and affordable education to diverse student populations, many still struggle to fully accommodate students with disabilities, according to insights from community college students, faculty, and higher education experts. These institutions often attract many students due to their smaller class sizes and affordability, making them a viable option for students with disabilities, according to Dr.

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Don’t Just Fade to Black: Ending a Course With Purpose

The Scholarly Teacher

Todd Zakrajsek, Director, ITLC-Lilly Conferences on Evidence-Based Teaching and Learning & Adjunct Associate Professor, University of North Carolina Chapel HillEarly in my teaching career, I remember agonizing over what to do on the first day of class. I wanted to start on a positive note, get students excited about the topic, show them engagement was central to the course, and set the tone for what I hoped we would accomplish.

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An Incident Report Writing Guide for Student Staff

Roompact

Writing information or incident reports is a crucial responsibility for Resident Assistants in Housing. As a student staff member, you often witness and observe more issues than graduate or professional staff due to your direct engagement with residents.

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2025 trends: What higher ed can learn from retail

University Business

Postsecondary enrollment rose 4.5% this year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels for the first time. Colleges and universities hold a special place in peoples lives, with alma maters among the most enduring brands. This emotional connection has buffered schools from some of the competitive pressures retailers face. Still, staying relevant in a fast-changing world requires ongoing innovation.

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60% More Confident: The Tools Helping University Students Succeed After Graduation (Post College Journey)

Higher Education Inquirer

Seattle, Wash. As thousands of university students graduate each year, many find themselves facing an unexpected challenge: career uncertainty. Despite earning degrees, a large portion of graduates report feeling unprepared to enter the workforce. Post-college career expert Laurie Nilo-Klug is tackling this issue head-on, providing students with the tools they need to build confidence and thrive in their careers.

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University of Illinois System Partners with One Million Degrees to Boost Community College Transfer Rates

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The University of Illinois System and nonprofit organization One Million Degrees have announced a new multiyear initiative to increase community college transfer rates, with a particular focus on first-generation and low-income students in Illinois. The pilot program, set to launch in spring 2026, will initially serve 240 students across two cohorts from selected Illinois community colleges.

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Wellesley Surpasses $100K Sticker Price

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Wellesley Surpasses $100K Sticker Price Josh Moody Wed, 04/02/2025 - 03:00 AM Undergraduate tuition at the all-womens college this fall is $100,541, including indirect costs. Officials emphasize most students dont pay full price due to generous financial aid.

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Holistic campus design strategies to combat loneliness 

University Business

Loneliness among college students has reached an alarming rate, and its impact is reverberating across academic performance and cognitive health. As universities grapple with the growing mental health crisis, it has become increasingly clear that campus environments themselves must be part of the solution. Studies show that since 2010, students have experienced unprecedented rises in anxiety, isolation, and depression, and the COVID-19 pandemic only intensified these issues.

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ResEdChat Ep. 113: Strategies for Transitioning from a Residential to a Divisional Curriculum

Roompact

We're pleased to welcome Erin to the show this week to have her share reflections on the work at University of Oklahoma did over the past few years to expand their residential curriculum to their entire division of student affairs. She examines how to identify and take advantage of windows of opportunity for change making and the ways to leverage communities to keep ourselves afloat in turbulent times.

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Scholars at AABHE Conference Discuss Strategic Responses to Anti-DEI Legislation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Sylvester James (Jim) Gates, Jr. received the Dr. John Hope Franklin Award presented by Diverse at this year's AABHE conference. College and university administrators should be strategic about how they respond to government attempts to root out diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives (DEI) on campus. Thats what a bevy of scholars told attendees who gathered at the annual conference of the American Association of Blacks in Higher Education.

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Researchers, Higher Ed Union Fight NIH Grant Terminations

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Researchers, Higher Ed Union Fight NIH Grant Terminations kathryn.palmer Wed, 04/02/2025 - 03:00 PM A new lawsuit argues that canceling billions in research grants will delay scientific advancements, compromise human health and even result in deaths.

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The Net Price of College Is Falling for Most Students

Higher Education Today

Title: College Prices Are Falling for Everyone (Almost) Source: Brookings Institution Author: Phillip Levine New research from the Brookings Institution reveals a surprising truth: inflation-adjusted college prices have fallen for most students over the past five years. Phillip Levines analysis examines what students actually paythe net price after financial aidrather than the sticker prices that dominate media coverage.

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My Immersion Trip Experience

Hope College Network

A quote thats often used to describe Hope immersion trips is, A change of place with a change of pace grants a change of perspective. Here is how I experienced each of these changes on my spring break immersion trip this year. A change in PLACE Our groups destination for the trip was New Bern, North Carolina, where we partnered with two organizations: Michigan-based World Renew and North Carolina-based Coastal Carolina Disaster Resiliency Agency.

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This Week In College Viability (Gary Stocker, TWICV)

Higher Education Inquirer

College Viability provides a resource site for students, parents, community member, faculty and others to easily see the latest information on the financial health of private colleges. The College Viability App enables students, parents, leaders and others to compare the changes in a private colleges' finances, enrollment, and outcomes over a period of 6 years.

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How Maricopa Community Colleges are Leading with Workforce-aligned Bachelor’s Degrees

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Steven Gonzales Community colleges have a reputation for being leaders in workforce training. In the 1940s and 1950s, the GI Bill increased demand for workforce preparation. In a post-pandemic era, the same need persists. Todays learners require affordable pathways to high-demand, high-wage careers. With strong ties to local business and industry, Maricopa Community Colleges are leading the way with industry-aligned bachelors degrees.

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How Researchers Could Get Their Canceled NIH Grants Back

Confessions of a Community College Dean

How Researchers Could Get Their Canceled NIH Grants Back kathryn.palmer Wed, 04/02/2025 - 03:00 AM The National Institutes of Health terminated numerous federal research grants that officials say no longer align with the agencys priorities. But experts see multiple avenues to appeal the NIHs decisions.

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Uncover Success: Top 5 Cities for Historical/Archival Research Internships

AIFS Abroad

Successful historical and archival research requires scholars to leverage different perspectives to engage with various sources, cultures, and viewpoints. Researchers need to analyze historical materials through multiple lenses, connecting past narratives to present-day understanding. Developing a well-rounded perspective allows researchers to interpret documents, artifacts, and records with greater depth and accuracy, and effectively communicate with colleagues from different backgrounds.

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Engaging With AI: 5 Tips for Institutional Leaders

University Business

In 2025, Gordian is proud to publish the 12 th annual edition of their State of Facilities in Higher Education report. Drawing on their exclusive higher ed database of 43,000 campus buildings, 1.1 billion gross square feet of space and more than $13.5 billion in capital and operating budgets, the report is the premier publication on the key trends and data influencing facilities management in academia today.

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The Rise of Christian Cybercharters: Profit, Indoctrination, and the Dangers of Faith-Based Online Education

Higher Education Inquirer

As online education becomes an ever-expanding force in both K-12 and higher education, a disturbing trend has emerged with the rise of Christian cybercharter schools and online academies. While these institutions promise faith-based education and an alternative to secular public schooling, they also raise serious concerns about indoctrination, the commodification of education, and the profit-driven motives of their for-profit operators.

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How Being a Mother and Academic Helped Me Fix Higher Education’s Transfer Crisis

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Alicia M. Alvero When my daughter transferred to Queens College in Spring 2019, I could not have been more excited. As associate provost at the college, Ill admit I was biased but even two decades of experience in higher education couldnt fully prepare me for her struggle to transfer credits. Queens College is one of The City University of New Yorks 25 colleges.

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The Confusion in Higher Ed Right Now ‘Knows No Bounds’

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The Confusion in Higher Ed Right Now Knows No Bounds sara.custer@in Fri, 04/04/2025 - 03:00 AM Higher education attorney Jim Newberry tells Inside Higher Ed his firm is struggling to find answers amid the federal policy uncertainty.

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Announcing the 2025 Roompact Bulletin Board Contest Winners!

Roompact

Roompact’s bulletin board competition is now closed and we’re ready to announce the winners. We received over 100 entires (!), so picking ten was incredibly difficult. Some boards did an excellent job at educating residents, while others were just beautiful! We tried to select a diverse group of winners that reflected the diversity of the.

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UB Survey Results: Navigating Internal Career Mobility Challenges with Practical Strategies

University Business

Register Now Date & Time: Monday, May 5th at 2 p.m. ET The majority of higher ed leaders across the U.S. see many areas where their institutions can improve the effectiveness of their internal career mobility processes. More than 300 decision-makers voiced these and related concerns about their employee development practices in a recent survey conducted by University Business.

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“Am I Sure?” — A Mindful Question to Reduce Stress & Gain Perspective (Dr. Ryan Niemiec, VIA Strengths)

Higher Education Inquirer

How often do we let our assumptions add to our stresswithout even realizing it? In this short video, Dr. Ryan Niemiec invites us to pause and ask one simple, powerful question: Am I sure? By gently challenging our perceptions, we create space for clarity, balance, and authenticity. Learn how mindfulness and the character strength of Perspective can help reduce stress and bring you back to what truly matters.

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Bridging the Gap: Why Intergenerational Learning is Crucial Now More Than Ever

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Maureen Ruby According to the Stanford Center on Longevity, The hundred year life is here. And were not ready. The Center identified 10 principles to guide working through the challenges of longevity and capitalize on the opportunities. As a soon-to-be septuagenarian, current university faculty member and educational researcher, the guiding principle learn throughout life resonates with me.

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Another Round of Cuts Hit Colleges in March

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Another Round of Cuts Hit Colleges in March Josh Moody Wed, 04/02/2025 - 03:00 AM Three public universities in Ohio announced job and program cuts in March. They were joined by public and private institutions coast to coast in making workforce reductions.

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The Human Resources Frame: Creating a People-First ResLife Experience

Roompact

University housing plays a critical role in shaping students college experiences. A well-organized residential system fosters academic success, social development, and personal growth. However, managing university housing requires careful planning, coordination, and adherence to established policies. One way to understand the complexities of this system is through Bolman and Deals Four-Frame Model.

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Curating Your Career: Top 5 Cities for Museums and Galleries Internships Abroad 

AIFS Abroad

Great museum and gallery positions are notoriously difficult to land. The competition is intense, and it can be hard to distinguish yourself amongst a pool of qualified candidates. One of the best ways to ensure you stick out to future employers is with an international museums and galleries internship. Whys that? Because the world of art and history is extremely diverseevery single country and region in the world is contributing to and building museums and galleries all the time!

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Higher Education Inquirer continues to generate an international audience

Higher Education Inquirer

HEI continues to generate a strong international audience. While a substantial portion of our viewers are from the US, we have people (and bots) from across the globe reading our articles and Youtube posts. Our coverage lately, on the revocation of student visas, and of deportations, is particularly important for international students, particularly those who are concerned about US intervention in the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America.

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Princeton Grants Suspended as Federal Pressure on Universities Grows

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Princeton University In a concerning development for research institutions nationwide, Princeton University has become the most recent Ivy League school to have federal funding suspended amid what many academic leaders are describing as an unprecedented federal pressure campaign targeting elite universities. Princeton President Dr. Christopher Eisgruber announced earlier this week that "several dozen" federal research grants from agencies including the Department of Energy, NASA, and the Departm

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Yes, Students Still Want to Go to College

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Yes, Students Still Want to Go to College Elizabeth Redden Mon, 03/31/2025 - 03:00 AM Despite the doom and gloom, the data shows strong demand from students for collegelets help them get there, Bill DeBaun writes.

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Faces of PUC: Isaac Kim 

PUC

From Highlands Ranch, CO, Isaac Kim found PUC to be a place where he could focus on school and his spiritual life. Whenever Im at PUC, I always feel ready to take on my responsibilities and pursue a life of education, health, and religion, he shared. As a junior biology major, he is also the vice president of PUC’s Biology Club and always looks forward to the annual Albion trip his department’s clubs take.

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Breaking News: Top 5 Cities for Journalism Internships

AIFS Abroad

Journalism thrives on diverse perspectives and meaningful connections. To create compelling and honest stories, journalists need to be able to communicate effectively with people from various backgrounds. Developing these cross-cultural communication skills is essential for success in the fieldand one of the best ways to do so is with an international journalism internship.

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Small College America: Conversations on the Future and Impact of Small Colleges

Edu Alliance Journal

Small colleges have long played a significant role in shaping American higher education. They may not make national headlines every day, but their impact on students, communities, and the broader landscape of learning is undeniable. Thats why Kent Barnds and I, Dean Hoke, created Small College America. Its mission is to present critical discussions at the forefront by interviewing small college higher education leaders, policy experts, and innovators.

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International Student's Detention Raises Questions About Visa Policies

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Doukan Gnaydn A University of Minnesota Carlson School of Business graduate student is challenging his detention by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) through a lawsuit that alleges violations of his rights and a lack of transparency in the government's actions. Doukan Gnaydn, 28, a Turkish citizen who previously attended St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, was detained by plainclothes federal officers outside his St.

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Report: 6 in 10 LGBTQ Texas Students Said They Were Negatively Impacted by DEI Ban

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Report: 6 in 10 LGBTQ Texas Students Said They Were Negatively Impacted by DEI Ban Johanna Alonso Mon, 03/31/2025 - 03:00 AM As DEI bans take hold nationwide, interviews with Texas college students and employees offer some hints about what could be on the horizon for universities and students across the country.

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Tuscan Treasures: The Ultimate Weekend with ISA

ISA Journal

Ciara McMahon is a student at the University of Tennessee, Knoxvilleand anISAFeatured Photo Blogger. She is studying withISAinRome, Italy. Come on a weekend excursion organized by ISA to Florence, Italy, with me! We experience the Cradle of the Renaissance and have a chance to dine in the peaceful Chianti wine region.