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How Does U.S. News Rank Colleges?

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

Part of the outlet’s methodology includes using only thoroughly vetted academic data, which is why it does not give weight to aspects of student life such as athletics and social life.

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It’s official: Joe Paul is named president of the University of Southern Mississippi

University Business

” Paul, a Southern Miss alumnus, retired in 2015 after he served as an administrator in student affairs for the university for more than 40 years. “I am also deeply committed to creating an unparalleled student life and leadership experience. A spirit of shared governance will be front and center for me.

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Sacred Heart University's new Pioneer Journey director

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The new role was inspired after the institution implemented a core curriculum requirement in 2015 that introduced two seminars about the Catholic intellectual tradition that all undergraduates must take, Cautin said.

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A quiet, unnoticed form of gentle solidarity

Teaching Matters Academic Support

The oldest and longest running peer support project here at the University of Edinburgh has served some 2000 widening participation students over that time in ‘the fellowship and solidarity of community’ (Darder, 2015). Reassessing Tinto’s concepts of social and academic integration in student retention. References Darder, A.

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Chaplain Captain Robert Henry: Using Music to Connect With Those in the Military 

PUC

PUC alum Chaplain Captain Robert Henry graduated in 2015 with a theology degree. During his time at La Sierra, Robert not only found his life partner but also discovered chaplaincy in various facets, including police, military, hospice, corporate, and sports team chaplaincy.

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Tailoring Student Services to Create Career-Ready Graduates: Changing Higher Education Podcast 153 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Kevin Grubb

The Change Leader, Inc.

Kevin’s expertise has been acknowledged by several organizations whose mission is to provide innovative career services and education about college student engagement. Kevin has also been invited to share insights about career development and outcomes by organizations such as LinkedIn and Strada Education Network.