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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Rather than accepting this as inevitable, his administration launched a comprehensive analysis of student data, policies, and practices. By taking a careful look at course offerings and degree pathways, the administration has streamlined the road to graduation.

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California Sets Ambitious 70% College Attainment Goal Amid Persistent Equity Gaps

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The report identifies several key strategies to improve attainment rates, including: Auditing administrative practices and policies to remove obstacles for first-generation college students Reducing financial barriers by increasing aid coverage and streamlining aid processes Investing in institutional support services like tutoring and mentoring Strengthening (..)

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Complete College America Offers Playbook on How Higher Education Can Bolster Civic Engagement

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The report provides an outline for how faculty, staff and administrators can infuse the curriculum with informative material, forge partnerships with community-based organizations and create opportunities for students to learn and practice the relevant skills. There should be adequate support services.

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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. All faculty and administrator searches must have a DEI advocate who completes specialized training.

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Promoting Higher Education for Native Americans in Minnesota

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

annually, getting a signed form from the tribe proving descendancy, community service and an essay requirement. Essential Supports for Success According to the National Center for Education Statistics, in 2022 the college enrollment rate for 18-to-24-year-olds who identified as Native American or Alaska Native was 26%.

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What We’re Learning About the Dual Enrollment Student Experience

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Almost 4,500 students from 17 colleges across 11 states responded to the fall 2022 DESSE pilot administration. Since this was a pilot administration, the survey results may not be generalizable to a larger population — but they provide early insights into this growing population of college students.

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Study Reveals Only 16% of Faculty is Ready for GenAI in Higher Education

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The 2023-2024 Digital Learning Pulse Survey revealed that three-quarters of higher education trustees, faculty, and administrators believe GenAI will noticeably change their institutions — and help solve ongoing issues. But only 16% of faculty and 11% of administrators feel prepared for change.