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DePauw University Receives $200 Million in Support of Strategic Plan

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DePauw University DePauw’s Bold and Gold 2027 strategic plan seeks to bolster the university around four principles: the liberal arts and sciences; the student experience; institutional equity; and responsible financial and operational management. higher ed institution.

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College Revives Standardized Test Requirement

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The college adopted a test-optional policy for applicants to the Classes of 2025, 2026, and 2027 and a test-recommended policy for applicants to the Class of 2028 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Lee Coffin, the college’s vice president and dean of admissions and financial aid.

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Radford University Low-Income Students Get Leg Up with $1.2M Grant

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Radford University Class of 2027 Radford University in Virginia has received a $1.2 million grant from the state to support its Pell Grant-eligible and low-income students for four years. Currently, all Virginia public four- and two-year institutions have received an award of varying sizes,” said Andes.

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Report: When it comes to recruitment methods, social media is key

University Business

The Class of 2027 College-Bound Student and Parent Surveys gathered responses from over 5,800 students and 1,100 parents, analyzing their social media habits and marketing preferences to discover what information best piques their interest and drives students’ decisions to enroll.

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Looking to the future of advising: 6 takeaways from the 2023 NACADA conference

EAB

Advisors are worried about the increasing numbers of students who don't show up to appointments Students who don’t respond to advisor outreach often end up enrolled in courses that don’t apply to their degree plan, missing critical financial aid deadlines, and missing out on recommendations for helpful resources or involvement opportunities.

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FAQ’s: Spring Semester Questions Regarding Housing Returner Process, Housing Availability, and Off-Campus Housing

The Student Affairs Blog

The projected opening date is to be determined but likely Fall 2027 or Fall 2028 pending construction timelines. (5) Students who have questions while navigating the off-campus housing process can reach out to advocacy.vcu.edu and connect with the team for assistance. (3)

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Higher fees for higher ed: How schools are combatting newly proposed tuition hikes

University Business

As a result of these economic shifts, most colleges are choosing to pump up their financial aid packages and scholarship programs to cushion the blow to students. Although the school’s financial aid packages have not yet been finalized, the school claims it will raise its financial aid package by 7%.