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Why We Need a Fairer and More Equitable Approach to K-12 Grading to Boost College Completion

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

But recent research suggests our traditional approach to grading is, well, missing the mark. Although they still utilize grades, these initiatives grant high school students access to real college courses, helping them build early success and experience in higher education. Dual enrollment programs present another compelling solution.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In addition to support services that include financial aid and academic advising, an example of supporting Latinx student success is the CSUSB Impact Internship, developed by the university’s Undocumented Student Success Center. This is a paid, on-campus internship for undocumented students at CSUSB. “By

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APLU and Temple University Releases Guide on Higher Ed Completion Grant Implementation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

And as we mention in the guide and in the research, completion grants have been growing in popularity, and. a theme that's going throughout all of these recommendations is really, 'Are you utilizing all of your data resources that are available to you?' 'Are we don't want [our institutions] to just adopt something because it's popular.

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A Continued Commitment to Community

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Utilizing a holistic approach, its mission is to ensure that all students thrive in engineering and computer science, particularly Latino, Black and women students, who are underrepresented in these fields. million research grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF). Gonzalez had an internship that took her to the Czech Republic.

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Working Smarter: Leveraging Digital Tools for Student Advising

The Scholarly Teacher

Academic advising is complex and multifaceted, and yet many faculty advise without much training. Navigating technology can be a very challenging aspect of academic advising. Research consistently shows that relationship-building is essential to creating successful and satisfied candidates. Educause Review.

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2023 Seal of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Additionally, five institutions that previously received the Seal have chosen to recertify their status by demonstrating how they continue to utilize the Seal’s principles. Based on data gathered, we increased support services such as Ram Pantry, counseling, technology availability, and academic advising,” he continues.

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Examples of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In all matters, culturally responsive strategies are utilized that foster trusting relationships and a sense of belonging. Among the services it provides to first-year students are individualized academic advising, tutoring and community-building events. They learn about writing and research experiences and practices.